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Tracking Software: Not Just for Tracking Fleets of Vehicles

Friday 29 September 2017, 3:51PM

By Beckie Wright

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In New Zealand, more and more businesses are using GPS tracking technology to increase their performance. A GPS tracker gives them the ability to monitor equipment such as cars, machinery and phones, without having to move an inch. This frees them up to focus on other things, allowing them to be more productive.

A popular form of advanced GPS tracking is called fleet tracking. Many businesses are signing up to fleet management software, which enables them to monitor small to large fleets in a cost-effective and efficient way. Argus Tracking is a fleet tracking software company in New Zealand that provides three dynamic solutions to fleet management.

Contrary to popular belief, fleet tracking is not just for cars. A GPS tracker can be used to monitor heavy machinery, such as a digger or other farming machinery. This is ideal for businesses hiring out equipment, as it allows them to track the piece of machinery and note how many hours it has been in use and when it needs to be serviced. This also makes it ideal for machinery manufacturers as they can create service plans and warranties based on this data.

Another benefit is the use of a geofencer. This can be used to ensure the equipment doesn’t leave a designated area. For example, if a digger leaves a geofenced site, a notification will be sent out to the business in charge, so that security can be dispatched. A GPS tracker also means that any misplaced or stolen equipment can be traced in no time.

Aaron Muir, Director of Argus Tracking, said, ““We have hire companies use these features to maintain their hire equipment to the utmost standard. Our software enables them to keep track of how long their equipment has been used for, and they are able to charge for the exact length of hire time and retrieve the equipment easily if it is not returned. It gives them more security.”

Fleet management software allows businesses to receive real-time live tracking data and comprehensive reports to look back on. Accurate data, a peace of mind and convenient app based monitoring has made vehicle tracking a crowd favourite in New Zealand businesses. It is used by car rental companies, machinery hire companies and businesses with company cars.

In a world that continues to get faster and busier, it’s nice to have technology help businesses be more organized and efficient. A GPS tracker takes on the role of an overseer and administrator, prioritizing the safety and needs of a business’ valuable goods so the workers can focus on growing their company. For businesses that want to take care of their investments, vehicle tracking is the ideal solution.