Trucking Technology Developments

by | Jan 9, 2015 | Technology Featured

Every industry has experienced the technological advancements prevalent in the modern age. From VOIP in the telecommunications sphere, to GPS tracking for truck fleets in the transportation arena, the one common denominator that links them all is the Internet. It has, for the most part, struck down geographical barriers and sped up—as well as optimized—communication, which improves every aspect of a company.

Technology 14For example, take the trucking sector.  The ability to effectively manage thousands of shipments from a cloud-connected tablet cannot be understated; it fosters greater trust in your clients, better working relationships between fleet managers and drivers, and it flat-out makes the coordinator’s job easier—without sacrificing results. Some trucking companies sing the praises of this infusion of technology for the effect on logistics management alone; it catapulted them to the competitive space they were unable to reach previously.

The Many Benefits of GPS Tracking

GPS tracking is the technical equivalent of “eyes everywhere” for a trucking company. No matter how large your fleet of trucks, it allows you to save on operating expenses by optimizing fuel consumption for your chosen routes. An inevitable fact of many unmonitored businesses is the use of company trucks for overtime, as employees take off in the work vehicles for personal errands. Clearly, if this is a culture that develops, you’ll start to see the results reflected heavily on your balance sheets. GPS tracking eliminates that issue without confrontation, because they know the time taken will show up.

And then, there’s the invaluable route-planning that GPS tracking confers. This not only reduces the time on the road, it also save on fuel costs and driver labor. If your trucking company runs routes to the east coast during the winter months, then you know that dangers can quickly develop in the wake of an ice-storm.  The constant communication between dispatchers and drivers, as well as real-time changes to the present route, protects your most valuable asset—your employees.

The Early Bird Gets the Best Worm

The trucking industry is predicated on time and accuracy. You’ve got to get the right stuff to the intended recipient; otherwise, there’s too much competition to expect to be able to retain your client list. Proper logistics management makes these possible, with on-time reports and prompt deliveries because of the parallel coordination. This inevitably leads to being able to take advantage of the better opportunities, as you out-compete your trucking company neighbors for the best contracts.

According to ITS Dispatch, a provider of on the road trucking solutions, on the home front, you’ll be able to analyze the cost/benefit ratio of certain jobs and decide whether it’s more beneficial to the company overall to break off with a particular vendor, or pursue her. This is just one of the things the improved financial management offers you. Another is the mileage of your trucks, which goes hand-in-hand with route planning and fuel costs.

The Customer-Logistics Management Correlation

As advancements in trucking technology continue to optimize your business, you can more confidently pitch your services to prospective customers. You’ll be armed with reports and analytics as you prepare for client-meetings, and a GPS tracking-protected fleet experiences better insurance premiums because of the advantages in safety and accountability.

This article was contributed on behalf of ITS Dispatch, your number one choice when looking for trucking solutions. Check out their website at www.itsdispatch.com

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