New-age technologies have widened the scope of transportation. Some features will allow you to access to driving and travel analytics. As a result, you will adjust your business according to the recent trends in the market. Today, we live in a world that is digitally connected. The trucking industry is also working hard to create that perfect network. Here are ways to ensure your fleet is connected.
On-The-Go Tech
Putting mobile technology into the hands of drivers can help managers collect real-time data around arrival/departure times, wait times, loading/unloading times, fuel stops, and more. These real-time metrics help managers work smarter, providing the critical insights they need to make informed decisions around pricing, generate increased revenues, and better manage the bottom line. Mobile also helps to enhance employee experiences by enabling people to take control of their schedules. Using employee self-service features, drivers should be able to tap their mobile device to request a vacation day, anywhere at any time, and they know with confidence that their request was received and processed by a manager.
Data, Data, Data!
Analyzing data while on the go enables managers to identify trends, drive better business outcomes, and eliminate possible waisted time. If a driver isn’t on the move, that truck isn’t earning revenue. So, look at drivers’ wait times – are they longer than expected? A manager may find that a particular yard wasn’t ready for a truck when it arrived, and this left the driver waiting longer than expected before unloading could begin.
There have been several advancements made throughout the trucking industry that have positively impacted the well-being and safety of truck drivers. It will be fascinating to see what new innovative technology emerges in the coming months to continue to shape the industry.