Global Positioning Systems (GPS) have been used by truckers for a long time, and some of the benefits are obvious: better fuel efficiency, shorter drive time, less frustration, etc.
In addition to these tried-and-true benefits of GPS, there are several benefits for your business that you might not have thought of yet:
1. Find the best routes to take for different times of the day
One particular route might be the fastest way to get from point A to point B at 8 o’clock at night, but it might be the worst possible route during morning rush hour. GPS tracking allows you to strategically plan your trips with helpful, time-specific data that can help you avoid traffic congestion and construction.
2. Learn about your fleet’s driving habits
Looking for ways to improve your team’s efficiency? Worried about what your drivers are up to while out on the job? With GPS tracking, you can gather information about the specific driving habits of each of your drivers.
3. Protect your trucks and drivers on the road
With GPS tracking, emergency alerts can be sent out in real time, with location-specific info so that help arrives to your drivers sooner. This can also be beneficial in reducing theft and break-ins involving your fleet.
4. Improve customer satisfaction
The ultimate goal is customer satisfaction, and GPS helps you attain that goal. With increased accuracy and improved analytics, your cargo will be arriving at its destination faster than ever before, leading to better overall customer satisfaction.
For more information about increasing your fleet’s efficiency, read our blog about the best practices for fleet management.