We just returned from the 29th annual VPPPA
conference in Nashville.
A discussion came forward during the conference that we thought was interesting.
Which has a larger impact on safety?
We were intrigued at
the comments made regarding the input of both systems.
Many companies currently use a GPS tracking system in their
fleets, providing a useful amount of data for their fleet’s usage.
Alerts, either from maintenance perspectives or from
speeding were all mentioned. Having historical data, where the vehicle was at
any given time was mentioned also.
Having the ability to go back and review data was important.
Over the past ten years, it has changed the industry. Giving Fleet managers
more information than they were ever used to having. It was a game changer at
the time.
But is it enough?
Too an extent, it may help in training of drivers, but not
as well as a camera system.
And not a camera system that sends you tidbits of
information. A continuous camera system gives you the ability to fight lawsuit
against your company. Lower liability
insurance rates against your company. Manage driver habits, such as texting,
talking on the phone.
It was interesting to have a debut on the pros and cons of
each system.
Where does your company stand on this issue?
Are they using a GPS tracking system?
Have they thought about a Camera System?
Maybe it time to look into a system?
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