Essential Features Of Asset Tracking Devices

Posted by ERM Advanced Telematics on August 3rd, 2017

If you are looking for a tracking device for personal use or for fleet management there are a wide range of devices and systems to choose from. There is basic vehicle tracking systems to top modern systems that can flawlessly integrate with your existing systems, available in the market today. Multiple vehicles can be managed simultaneously using these devices.

Here are some essential features of GPS tracking device which will guide you to pick up the right device that fits your needs and budget:

Asset Tracking devices

These devices help you keep connected with the tracking information of your vehicle, at your fingertips which are accessible through the web on a smart phone. These devices can be a great aid for parents who are concern about their children in the school bus; they can track the vehicle anywhere at any time.

Most GPS Tracking devices are enabled to track the real-time location of the vehicles on the map, as it travels from one point to another. It can also track the vehicle moving speed; if idle are shown on the map markers. School authorities can set up Geo-fencing takes alert to improve the security level to the next level.

They just need to set up geographical boundaries on the map around a landmark. An alert is sent to the user every time when the vehicle enters or crosses the Geo fence.

Driver monitoring system

You can track all the travel made by the vehicle graphically on the map which includes kilometers traveled, idling time, engine function and average speed is displayed. Over speeding are highlighted on the map making the vehicle owner to judge the driver performance. Hence, these devices are simple and easy devices assisting in ranking the drivers’ area of underperformance.

Besides, you can also set certain parameters on which the device has to send you alert on the events like the start of the vehicle, route deviation, excessive stoppage, optimize fuel usage and optimize workforce. These maintenance and fuel pilferage alerts are very efficient and money saving.

User-friendly interface and installation

A simple yet well-developed spontaneous user interface allows easy access to the right information of the vehicle to make informed decisions. These devices are easy to install into the dashboard or you can also opt for OBD connectors which are best for ‘plug and play’ solution.

Besides, asset tracking devices open up enormous possibilities of using the driver monitoring system that can increase workforce optimization and can enhance safety levels for the user.