Omnitracs renames business unit
Omnitracs has renamed its FleetRisk Advisors business unit to Omnitracs Analytics. According to the company, the name change reflects an emphasis and expanded focus on the value of predictive analytics and big data to improve operational efficiency, safety, driver recruitment, and productivity. Omnitracs noted that the new business name more accurately describes the business unit’s
Omnitracs acquires XRS Corp.
Omnitracs LLC, provider of fleet management solutions to transportation and logistics companies, has completed the acquisition of XRS Corp. for approximately $178 million. XRS is a leading provider of mobile-based solutions that enable trucking companies to manage fleets, comply with regulations, and reduce operating costs. Omnitracs acquired XRS to strengthen its core technology portfolio, adding
Omnitracs, TMW Systems announce new integration capabilities
Omnitracs LLC, provider of fleet management solutions to transportation and logistics companies, and TMW Systems Inc., provider of enterprise software to transportation and logistics companies, announced new integration capabilities to further streamline fleet operations. Fleets utilizing TL2000 and Omnitracs’ thin client AS/400 integration for mobile computing platforms (MCPs) can now gain increased visibility into Omnitracs
Omnitracs to acquire XRS Corp.
Omnitracs LLC, a provider of fleet management solutions to transportation and logistics companies, announced that it has agreed to acquire XRS Corp., a mobile fleet optimization software company. Subject to the terms and conditions of the definitive agreement, Omnitracs will pay $5.60 per share of XRS, which equates to $178 million in equity value. XRS
Omnitracs unveils mobile workforce tracking
Omnitracs LLC announced the availability of Omnitracs Tracking powered by Roadnet, a new mobile workforce tracking application for smart devices. Omnitracs Tracking offers basic capabilities to help companies track the locations of their mobile workers throughout the day and get some additional performance data to help make them safer and more productive. “Every transportation company
Omnitracs appoints chief technology officer
Omnitracs appointed Dan Speicher as chief technology officer. The company noted that Speicher holds more than 25 years of experience in managing information systems and leading infrastructure development and integration through mergers and acquisitions. Speicher will be responsible for providing a consolidated product vision and development strategy across all Omnitracs business units. Speicher comes to
High heat, fast leak tire condition alerts added to Omnitracs TPMS application
Omnitracs LLC announced the addition of new tire condition alerts, high heat and fast leak, to its TPMS application. Extending the current value tire pressure monitoring brings, heat and fast leak alerts will offer customers a more comprehensive look at tire health maintenance for improved safety, fuel efficiency and reduced tire-related expenses. Tire pressure monitoring
Omnitracs, Navistar announce Fault Monitoring Optimized by OnCommand Connection
Omnitracs LLC, a provider of integrated wireless systems, applications and services to transportation and logistics companies, and Navistar Inc., an original equipment manufacturer of commercial trucks, buses, defense vehicles and engines, will soon launch Fault Monitoring Optimized by Navistar’s OnCommand Connection. The solution will provide advanced capabilities to shared Omnitracs and Navistar customers, helping them
PressurePro TPMS announces integration with Omnitracs
Advantage PressurePro has announced the integration of its TPMS solutions with Omnitracs Mobile Computing Platforms 110 and 200 (MCP110 and MCP200). Integration to Omnitracs’ MCP50 is targeted for early 2014. The integration allows full monitoring and reporting of tire performance information directly to the in-cab display. It also provides drivers and office staff with graphical
Doran 360 TPMS integrates with Omnitracs
Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) provider Doran Manufacturing has announced the integration of its Doran 360 TPMS with the Omnitracs Mobile Computing Platforms MCP50, MCP110 and MCP200. The project, according to the company, provides a user interface for drivers and access to tire pressure data and low pressure alarms for fleet managers to use to