New technology can be intimidating, given the upfront cost, having to familiarize yourself with how it works, and the time it takes to really reap all of the benefits. But with the right technology, the benefits far outweigh the time and cost it takes to integrate the tool into your daily work schedule. With GPS tracking devices and software from Skypatrol, we make the process as easy as possible …Read More
If you’re not familiar with the prison system or if you don’t know anyone who is in prison or jail, you may not think about what it’s costing you, the taxpayer. But according to a study (completed by Vera, with the help of the Pew Center) that surveyed 40 states, taxpayers spent in 2010 a combined $38,903,304,000 on state prisons. Where is this money going and how can GPS tracking devices he…Read More
One of the biggest reasons that companies are unsure about implementing GPS tracking devices within their organization is the fact that the hardware is violating the driver’s privacy. There are also many other misconceptions out there regarding these devices, but Skypatrol wants all of our customers to know the real motivation behind implementing these products - to provide meaningful data that …Read More
With GPS tracking devices and hardware from Skypatrol, companies and fleet managers are able to monitor and track their driver’s behavior. We have written several blogs discussing the benefits of these capabilities, including cost savings, increased performance, and fewer liabilities. However, if you’re the owner of a fleet of vehicles and manage the drivers of those vehicles, how do you actua…Read More
Any business with a fleet of vehicles (delivery services, trucking companies, or rental companies) that needs to be managed, should know the benefits of GPS tracking solutions. If you own or manage a business in an industry that has a fleet of vehicles, and you haven’t worked with a GPS company in order to track, manage, and collect data about the vehicles and drivers, isn’t it finally time to…Read More
As a fleet manager, you probably dream of the day fuel efficiency and vehicle maintenance takes care of itself. At Skypatrol, we understand. Your day is most likely closer to vehicle maintenance lagging behind because everyone assumes someone else will take care of it. Unfortunately, you’re not the only one struggling with this part of fleet operations. There are fleet managers across the nation…Read More
It is a fleet manager’s top priority to keep their drivers safe. That’s why implementing fleet management software with GPS tracking solutions allow for real-time data. Inclement weather can wreak havoc on fleets just as it can devastate people’s lives. Knowing where a driver is and how they can get to safety is important. Did you know the 10-year average between 2005 and 2014 for weather-re…Read More
A big new partnership is poised to lock truck drivers in Latin America into a mobile payments network secured with biometric authentication. Photo by Robson Hatsukami Morgan on Unsplash Ipsidy, the provider of a recently launched mobile facial recognition app, has teamed up with Skypatrol, the provider of a GPS-based truck fleet management solution that supports over a million vehicles across Lat…Read More
Skypatrol announced today the SP8824, the latest and most advanced personal tracking device using LTE CAT M-1 technology. Skypatrol has selected to operate the SP8824 in the US on the Verizon network. The personal tracking device is designed for private investigators, police surveillance, lone worker protection, vehicle, pet, and asset tracking applications. The device includes a thumb-sized butt…Read More
If you’re a fleet manager, then you know what it’s like to deal with a less than model driver. They won’t follow instructions. Every stop light is an opportunity to check their phone. Their pickup and deliveries are never on time. You’re not alone! At Skypatrol, we work with fleet managers all over the nation with the same frustrations. In most cases, introducing them to fleet management s…Read More
