Trimble expands connectivity capabilities through TMT ServiceConnect
Trimble introduced its new TMT ServiceConnect module, enabling fleet shops using Trimble’s TMT Fleet Maintenance (TMT) software to be connected to more than 4,500 medium- and heavy-duty service locations, including many Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) dealers, throughout North America. By licensing the add-on module, TMT users will gain direct connectivity to thousands of service centers
Integrated heavy-duty truck service data
You’re already collecting a huge amount of truck service data—the problem is that it’s often siloed. It’s like filling up four kiddie pools instead of a nicely constructed in-ground pool in the backyard. To improve your service operation, you’re going to need to mix all the data together to see what insight bubbles to the
Quick advice for integrating service data within your fleet
Integrating operational and efficiency data points into your heavy-duty truck service software can make the difference between a heavy-duty truck being down for hours instead of days. Check out this rundown of quick data-centric advice to boost your service process. And click here to read our in-depth integrated truck service data story if you missed
The growing benefits of video telematics
The true benefit of telematics is to see things you couldn’t see before. Whether that’s exact numbers and data or blind spots on the road, what telematics provides is insight and visibility into what’s going on with your fleet. And what could provide more visibility than cameras? Today, many fleets are making use of video
The future of video telematics for trucks
Video telematics systems are a relatively new technology that is still evolving and finding new ways of benefiting fleets. So what’s next for video telematics?
From data’s role in decision-making to the machine learning of tomorrow: What it all means
Make no mistake: There is no technology that will allow your fleet to manage itself. Just as a driverless truck likely won’t be seen within our lifetimes, there won’t be a magical “manage my fleet” button to push so that you can sit back and monitor data dashboards. Technology might make fleet management more efficient,
How the right data can increase your chance of a successful warranty claim
A truck’s warranty is like a ticking clock, with only a short window of time for a part’s fault (if it has one) to reveal itself. There’s little more frustrating than having a 45-day warranty and having something break on day 46. Adding to the complexity of the process is the need to do everything
Volvo and Trimble to collaborate on fleet management services
Volvo Trucks North America has entered into a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Trimble Transportation Enterprise (formerly TMW Systems) to develop future transportation management and fleet maintenance products and services. According to the companies, the proposed collaboration leverages Volvo’s on-board connectivity hardware to offer solutions that help fleets run their businesses more effectively, bringing critical
Trimble integrates TruckMate TMS with SMC³ Cost Intelligence System
Trimble has announced the integration of its TruckMate transportation management software (TMS) solution with SMC3’s Cost Intelligence System (CIS), now a product of SMC3, formerly known as TCG. According to Trimble, the integrated solution will enhance TruckMate users’ visibility into activity-based costing, analysis and reporting through SMC3’s CIS, benefiting less-than-truckload (LTL) carriers in particular. Through the
Southeastern Freight Lines recognized with PeopleNet Ovation Award
Regional LTL transportation services company Southeastern Freight Lines has been awarded the 2018 PeopleNet Ovation Award in the Data Master category. Previously known as the Innovator of the Year awards, the in.sight Ovation Awards celebrate PeopleNet customers who are driving innovation in the transportation industry. Southeastern was recognized within the Data Master category for the
Trimble announced enhancements to its Video Intelligence platform
Trimble has announced two enhancements to its Video Intelligence platform: the introduction of the Intelliview feature and the availability of a new camera and digital video recorder (DVR) that capture high-definition (HD) video. Intelliview helps filter different Onboard Event Recordings (OER)-triggered events by categorizing videos as primary or secondary risks, bringing the most critical videos
The pros and cons of truck driver-facing cameras
Put yourself in the shoes of a truck driver—the person you depend on to operate your equipment as efficiently and productively as possible. Your life is spent on the road, and while you have a schedule and goals to hit (MPG levels, on-time deliveries, etc.), above all, one of the great perks of your job
