When a business has a fleet of vehicles to manage, small savings can go a long way, especially when it comes to fuel. Fuel costs are typically the second largest expense behind vehicle depreciation. It’s clearly important for any business running a fleet of vehicles to ensure that they have robust processes in place to […]
The number one motivating factor for businesses investing in new, disruptive technology is to increase productivity, according to new TomTom Telematics research. By using the latest technologies, companies can simplify and automate management and administration tasks, freeing up a business’ workforce to concentrate on their own core work. In recent years, telematics has gained a […]
TomTom Telematics’ Transport 2018 survey has revealed interesting findings around drivers’ hours regulations and tachograph usage. With the study highlighting operator concerns, we’ve outlined six top tips to help you with the crucial compliance process. Tachographs play a vital role in helping enforce EU drivers’ hours regulations – and in turn helping improve road safety by preventing driver fatigue. Although compliance with tachograph usage can prove one of the more complex, and time-consuming, undertakings, it is nevertheless a legal […]
With more people using integrated telematics to help to improve their businesses, you might be forgiven for thinking that the only parties to accrue any benefits from the process would be company managers and HR departments. But the efficiencies brought about by integrating telematics data across different sectors of business can be beneficial across the […]
In recent years, the growth of technology has accelerated at a rapid rate. And it is showing no signs of slowing down. Whereas before, companies could hang back, take the lead from their peers and only implement technology when it was well-established, resting on your laurels is no longer an option. Businesses are now expected […]
Since its introduction nearly two decades ago, telematics has become increasingly accepted by drivers and managers alike as a vital component of modern fleet management. Today’s advanced telematics systems come packed with features that make drivers’ lives measurably easier. Integrated accurate navigation which avoids traffic laden routes? Tick. Quick and easy automatic mileage claims? Definitely. […]
Transformative technologies are revolutionising the way the world does business. While the potential benefits are huge for forward-thinking companies, the dangers of being left behind by more tech-savvy competitors are just as large. This has left many companies wondering how to make the most of disruptive technologies without smashing their budget or tying themselves to […]
As part of its “Europe on the Move” initiative, the European Commission plans to overhaul the rules regarding how the 1996 Postal Workers Directive applies to truck drivers in all countries across the bloc. The new update, which is set to be implemented in 2020, aims to create fair competition conditions and increase trucking efficiency, […]
Unravelling the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a difficult task for fleet operators. Not only is a huge range of responsibilities covered by the new Europe-wide data protection laws, things are made trickier by the heaps of misleading information currently circulating on the topic. If you’re responsible for a fleet, how do you make […]
