Many businesses have trouble getting the most out of their fleet. They may think that extra costs and unplanned variables are a part of the trade. If this has been your experience as a fleet manager, you’ll be happy to know that practicing good driver management can help you streamline your process and take your fleet to the next level.
Modern commercial vehicle tracking systems provide the ability to monitor the use of your fleet, providing real-time data you can study for ways to improve safety and productivity. However, you may know where your trucks are and how they are being driven, but do you know who is driving them?
A Driver ID system offers additional insight into the whereabouts of your drivers. It identifies the driver of each vehicle, so you can separate vehicle data from driver data, which allows reporting by the driver as well as by vehicle. This is particularly useful for businesses that operate a fleet of vehicles across many drivers who do not use the same vehicle each day.
If you’re searching for a GPS vehicle tracking product that includes an advanced driver monitoring system, Track Your Truck provides a complete range of solutions customized to your needs.
One of the limitations of vehicle-based tracking systems is that although they can tell you what’s happening with your vehicles, they often don’t tell you who was behind the wheel. This can be an issue if you have multiple drivers sharing the same truck. The Driver ID system serves as the missing link, tying specific drivers to each trip taken. This eliminates guesswork and finger-pointing. The data is fed directly into the NetTrack software, enabling you to receive driver-specific reports and alerts that build greater accountability among your drivers.
No matter the size of your fleet or the distance it travels, it can be challenging accurately tracking the start and end times of your employees. Knowing what time each driver began and ended work on any given day helps reduce false overtime claims.
Check your driver reports against timesheets to confirm the hours worked by each driver. This ensures the accuracy of your payroll. The driver tracking software digitally tracks and logs daily shift information, saving time for the driver and management. GPS devices keep definitive tabs of when drivers start and end their day.
Track Your Truck driver monitoring systems make it possible to run reports by the driver as well as by vehicle, so you always know who is behind the wheel of every truck, every shift. Find out who got that speeding ticket and who was driving when a speeding alert was issued. Our GPS vehicle trackers for truck drivers let you isolate and view an individual vehicle in real-time, plus play back routes and review historical data sets to identify trends.
The more you know about what’s going on with your employees while on the road, the better you’re able to make improvements and manage your fleet. Find out who is misusing vehicles after hours, who is making personal-use trips, and who is idling vehicles too long to cut fuel waste.
Generate reports automatically from the driver monitoring system on a pre-determined schedule. Use our cloud dashboard available via mobile iOS and Android platforms and the NetTrack desktop to check on drivers. You can send timesheet reports by email or text and also save and print in popular formats such as Excel, Word, and Adobe PDF.
Fleet managers can speed up dispatch of drivers on service calls with our GPS location tracking and driver tracking system. Managers can easily know each driver’s location in real-time to see who is in the area and who is on shift through shift-aware scheduling. This provides for faster response times and better driver performance on service calls.
Geotab reports fleets using data-driven strategies cut idling by up to 30% and fleet owners using telematics have reduced fuel costs by as much as 14%.
The ID key fob monitoring system is easy to install and simple to use.
Driver ID is an optional add-on feature that seamlessly integrated into your fleet tracking system, enhancing your ability to monitor driver performance as well as driver behavior. Track Your Truck also offers PIN-based login on dashboards, RFID cards, mobile-app driver login, and smartphone Bluetooth login as well. Correct bad habits and eliminate unnecessary risks as you reduce fuel consumption and extend your vehicle’s service life.
If you have any difficulties with installation Track Your Truck’s U.S.-based support team can walk you through setup configuration in under 15 minutes.
The right system includes driver management software that can give you crucial data and information on your drivers and your fleet as a whole. If your fleet lacks a driver management system, then you could be missing out on many incredible benefits that you, your drivers and your clients should be enjoying.
Know where your drivers are on their routes and when they swipe in. Ensure your fleet is meeting FMCSA hours of service for fleet operation.
Receive metrics on your drivers to know who is working efficiently, speeding, idling, or driving aggressively. IIHS research found fleets using telematics to monitor driver behavior and driver safety saw a 22% reduction in crashes and a 52% decrease in speeding violations.
View driver route history and know what time each driver began and ended work on any given day.
A 2024 IDC study found fleets using telematics experienced 14% fewer crashes on average and 29% fewer accidents when video-based safety tools were included.
Drivers need proper training to be safe behind the wheel. Create Driver Scorecards and know who may need further coaching or training. Within the first year of implementing a driver scorecard program, one fleet’s average safety score improved by 28% and the number of high-risk drivers fell by 87%.
You can use GPS tracker data to perform route optimization for your drivers, saving you money on gas. You can also use this technology to see if trucks are idling, adding up to a severe waste of gas. Fleets using telematics have reduced fuel costs by as much as 14%.
Keep track of when each vehicle last received maintenance and get alerts to remind you when preventative maintenance is due.
Track Your Truck’s NetTrack software is a cloud-based platform that includes iOS/Android apps, dashcam pairing, and fuel-card or payroll integrations. We offer U.S. based support, a 2-year warranty on all device equipment, and a 30 day money back guarantee.
Our full list of services can help you put your driver management system into motion. When you need real-time data to know how your fleet is performing, our GPS truck tracking devices can help you gather the information you need. We can also provide you with the fleet management software features you’ve been looking for to get the most out of your new driver management system.
Request a quote online today for more information about how our expertise can take your fleet management system to the next level. We look forward to working with you.
Driver tracking focuses on the actions and performance of the person operating the vehicle, including driving behavior, route adherence, speeding, idling, harsh braking, and productivity metrics. Vehicle tracking focuses primarily on the location, movement, and status of the vehicle itself through GPS technology. In practice, modern fleet management systems often combine both, allowing managers to see where a vehicle is and how it is being driven.
In general, tracking drivers is legal when used for legitimate business purposes, especially in company-owned vehicles. Employers should inform drivers that tracking technology is being used and explain what data is collected and how it will be used. Companies should also comply with applicable federal, state, and local privacy laws and maintain clear policies regarding monitoring practices. Driver transparency and consent policies are considered best practices. While Track Your Truck provides tracking solutions, businesses remain responsible for complying with applicable regulations, especially the FMCSA hours of service summary.
Driver tracking software uses GPS tracking devices installed in vehicles to collect location and activity data.
The device transmits information such as vehicle location, speed, stops, routes, and driving events to a cloud-based platform. Fleet managers can then view real-time data in a driver app, receive alerts, run reports, and analyze driver performance through web and mobile applications. Track Your Truck combines GPS hardware with software tools for tracking, routing, dispatching, and reporting.
Potentially, yes. Insurance companies may offer discounts for fleets that use GPS tracking and related safety technologies because they can reduce theft risk and improve driver behavior. Savings vary by insurer, device type, and the data shared with the insurance provider. The company also notes that improved driver behavior and fewer accidents can generate indirect savings that may exceed any direct insurance discount.
Track Your Truck states that setup is minimal. Devices are activated before shipment, and once installed and linked to the software platform, businesses can begin receiving real-time tracking data almost immediately. Installation time depends on the hardware selected, but many fleets can be up and running the same day the device is installed.
Yes. Track Your Truck’s platform is designed to work across iOS devices, Android devices, tablets, and desktop computers. Users can access real-time vehicle and driver data, reports, alerts, and fleet management tools through both mobile apps and desktop software.
Driver ID is an effective tool for managing employee and fleet productivity. Accountability increases as drivers become more responsible for their driving actions, including speeding, idling, accidents, traffic violations and aggressive driving.
Learn more about our Driver ID monitoring & management software and driver monitoring devices by requesting a demo or free quote today.
