GPS tracking: Reaching beyond
GPS tracking offers many helpful tools to make fleet businesses better. One, sometimes hidden, gem with GPS tracking is their ability to offer an easy way to see where a device has traveled at any point within the past 90 days. This feature, called Historical Playback, gives quite an in depth history in a few minutes, without having to run individual reports. Let's dive in a bit deeper with one example of how Historical Playback could be beneficial to your fleet business.
Find Data For An Exact Date: Let's say a circumstance arises which requires you to look up specific details about where a vehicle went throughout the day, but it was 65 days ago. That's not a problem with GPS tracking Historical Playback. First, you simply click into the Historical Playback area of the control panel and choose the device in question using the drop down menu. Above that you can type in the exact day you need and, if necessary, get specific about the range of time. If you want, feel free to use the slider bar to scroll straight to the end of the day and see all routes taken by that vehicle for the whole day.
When we think about how GPS tracking technology changes the way businesses operate, and the benefits presented, the first thing that comes to mind is the ability to locate vehicles in real-time. While this is the main reason GPS tracking is adopted by many, there is so much more these devices can do and there isn't an extra cost involved for using things like Historical Playback. Whether it be for tax purpose or a personnel issue, you just never know when older data will come in handy. With the Historical Playback feature, you're able to reach beyond just the everyday obvious needs.
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Key Takeaways
GPS tracking: Reaching beyond
GPS tracking offers many helpful tools to make fleet businesses better.
One, sometimes hidden, gem with GPS tracking is their ability to offer an easy way to see where a device has traveled at any point within the past 90 days
That's not a problem with GPS tracking Historical Playback.
This feature, called Historical Playback, gives quite an in depth history in a few minutes, without having to run individual reports
With the Historical Playback feature, you're able to reach beyond just the everyday obvious needs.
Let's dive in a bit deeper with one example of how Historical Playback could be beneficial to your fleet business
First, you simply click into the Historical Playback area of the control panel and choose the device in question using the drop down menu.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the main benefit of GPS tracking for
The article highlights that GPS tracking helps organizations improve response times, reduce operational costs, and increase visibility into vehicle and asset locations - key advantages relevant to Benefits Of GPS Tracking With Historical Playback: Part 1.
Can GPS tracking help with route optimization and dispatching?
Yes - GPS tracking provides real-time traffic and weather overlays, automated dispatching tools, and route replay data so fleet managers can direct drivers along the fastest paths and adjust assignments on the fly.
How does GPS tracking help with ELD and hours-of-service compliance?
GPS tracking devices with ELD functionality automatically record driving hours, eliminating paper log errors and helping fleets stay compliant with FMCSA hours-of-service regulations.
How does GPS tracking help fleets during severe weather?
GPS tracking provides real-time weather overlays, helps dispatchers reroute drivers around dangerous conditions, and monitors vehicle locations so managers can verify driver safety during storms.