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Cloud Computing: Pros and Cons

What is Cloud Computing? Cloud computing, or working in the cloud, is the use of computer technology that is Internet-based and on-demand. It differs from on-site or on-premise solutions in that the collection of data and resources exists on an off-site, scalable, and dynamic network. In this post, we will look at the pros and […]

How to Detect and Stop True Fleet Idling

Some drivers idle without even thinking about it. For example, an employee waits in their car for a coworker at a local coffee shop, the engine humming in the background. However, fleet idling can be very costly to business operations, in terms of wasted fuel, accumulation of vehicle maintenance costs, the possibility of fines or […]

GEOTAB AFRICA and SIGNAL TOWER now fully integrated

GEOTAB AFRICA has integrated with Online Intelligence (Signal Tower) to provide a one platform solution to the security industry. It is now much easier and quicker to dispatch nearest patrol vehicle from map to client. With Signal Tower’s unique Auto Arrival and Auto Departure functionality, security companies can now not only prove their arrival at […]

Reporting Seatbelt Data: It’s not as Easy as Buckling Your Seatbelt

Seatbelt information is crucial to many of GEOTAB’s customers. However, it is not always as easy to retrieve as its physical simplicity may imply. Seatbelt data is not mandated by OBD-II specifications. This means that different vehicle models, makes, and years can all report seatbelt data differently. Because of this, GEOTAB goes the extra mile […]

Telematics Benefits for the Greater Good

There is a side of telematics that is one of the industry’s best-kept secrets. If more widely known, it would make big news. The fact that’s not well-publicized is how telematics can be used for the greater good. Many understand how telematics can help businesses increase productivity, lower operational costs, increase fuel efficiency, improve vehicle […]

#GeotabAfrica – Social unrest and risk management with Geotab Go-Talk

Unfortunately Social unrest and trucks being burnt to the ground is becoming a real risk… and our customers are looking for answers to allow pre-warning their drivers of these “hot spots” across the country, as it happens, when it happens…and only to the drivers that may be entering such an area We have tested  our […]

#GeotabAfrica – Social unrest and risk management with Geotab Go-Talk

Unfortunately Social unrest and trucks being burnt to the ground is becoming a real risk… and our customers are looking for answers to allow pre-warning their drivers of these “hot spots” across the country, as it happens, when it happens…and only to the drivers that may be entering such an area We have tested  our […]

The Incredible Disappearing Car: Combating GPS Jammers with Geotab’s Device

They will always be people trying to defeat GPS tracking devices with GPS jammers. Fortunately, Geotab’s device can pick up the GPS signal disruption.

Understanding Your Vehicle Odometer

Your Geotab GO device understands a lot about your vehicle’s health and the behavior and habits of everyone that drives it. When connected to your OBD-II port, the GO device collects all sorts of engine diagnostics and then combines that with real time location history, allowing you to accurately understand and recreate where the vehicle […]

#GeotabAfrica – Route Optimization

Not too long ago drivers of fleets were working from paper maps with directions laid out on paper, in addition to their own memory to come up with the best possible route for reaching desired destinations. But with the introduction of advanced technology and fleet management solutions, companies and organizations with large fleets have recognized […]

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