Telematics is a powerful system that tracks and monitors vehicles, equipment, and other assets using GPS technology and on-board diagnostics (OBD). By mapping an asset’s movements digitally, it provides real-time insights into location and performance. Commonly referred to as fleet tracking or GPS vehicle tracking, telematics has become a crucial management tool for commercial and government fleets, enhancing efficiency, safety, and operational oversight.
Telematics enhances fleet management in six key areas: productivity, safety, fleet optimisation, compliance, integration, and sustainability. It boosts productivity with real-time GPS tracking and dispatch tools, improves safety through driver coaching and collision alerts, and optimises fleets via predictive maintenance and fuel monitoring. Compliance is supported with electronic logging and inspections, while integration connects telematics with other software like CRM or onboard cameras. Sustainability efforts focus on reducing carbon emissions and managing electric vehicles. Additionally, insurance telematics allows drivers to share safety data for potential premium reductions, and security features like identification sensors help verify driver identity before vehicle operation.