Trucks from several manufacturers come with GPS ready hardware already installed Good news for operators of certain truck lines! Did you know that several manufacturers produce trucks that already have GPS enabled hardware and don’t require any additional items? All that is required to enable GPS tracking and telematics is a subscription with a GPS…
As Canada’s ELD enforcement deadline nears, the government is planning a 12-month period of soft or progressive enforcement. To help you ensure your fleet is ready, we clarify what has changed regarding Canadian ELD enforcement and answer your ELD enforcement questions. The original deadline for compliance was June 12, 2021 at which point most commercial…
Several Major Updates Have Been Launched in Geotab Version 2102. Recently Geotab introduced a number of updates and improvements to the operating system (Version 2102) and we here at GPS to GO wanted to keep users up to date with those changes. Here are some of the key updates we think you should know…
Recently GPS to GO was invited to speak before the Ontario Good Roads Association about Geotab Public Works. Geotab Public Works is a scalable and robust solution for Government Fleet Management. The Geotab Public Works solution helps government agencies manage vehicles such as salt spreaders, snow plows, street sweepers, police, fire, ambulance and waste management…
How to get in gear for the Canadian ELD Mandate Recently the team at Geotab held a public webinar that spoke directly about the Canadian ELD Mandate and how it impacts fleet managers. A variety of topics were covered including certified 3rd party vendors, timelines, product options and more. We here at GPS to GO…
When considering which solutions you use for fleet management it’s always important to consider versatility. An ideal tracking solution will allow you to customize and create a service that works for you and not just the manufacturer. One of the reasons Geotab is so successful is its customization features for end users via the Geotab…
GPS to GO can help you with the June 12th Mandate Deadline The Federal Government’s ELD Mandate for commercial fleets means that motor carriers will soon be required to install and operate ELD devices or products. GPS to GO can help fleet managers looking to make ELD decisions in 2021 with Geotab Drive. Geotab Drive…
June 12, 2021 will be here soon – are you ready? The Canadian government’s mandate that all fleets utilize electronic logging devices will begin this summer and it’s important to keep some things in mind. First of all, the COVID-19 Pandemic has created some leeway when it comes to getting ELD devices installed and operational.…
Geotab Offers Easy to Implement and Cost Effective Solutions for Public Works Departments GPS tracking solutions for fleet managers is no longer only suitable for commercial organizations; a number of advances have made this technology easy to use, implement, and cost effective for government agencies looking to leverage tracking solutions for optimization efforts. If you…
As more and more companies are replacing their fleet with electric vehicles, fleet managers are facing more challenges than ever before in maintaining and managing their vehicles. If you are looking to transition to an electric vehicle you can feel secure in knowing that GPS to GO offers products and services for over 150 vehicle…
As a provider of fleet management tools and services, GPS to GO prides itself on providing the best solutions and platforms to our customers and partners. We have worked with hundreds of clients and have found that the Geotab platform is the best solution for a number of reasons. However it is the Geotab Marketplace…
When it comes to managing your fleet, you need the tools to help you minimize downtime and maintenance costs. This helps maximize your operations and keeps things running on time and smoothly. In the past an unplanned vehicle breakdown or maintenance issue could have resulted in serious delays and monetary consequences. That’s why adapting a…
When it comes to asset location tools and services, there is more than just GPS tracking services that can help fleet managers keep track of items. GPS to GO is pleased to announce that we are able to help business owners and fleet managers with a platform that helps extend location tracking services to a…
2021 is now well underway, and the team at Geotab have come out with a number of announcements with new products and services that are now available. Watch the video below to learn more: What does these announcements mean for you? As always, Geotab is leading the way in providing innovative solutions for fleet management. As more…
It’s the start of the new year, and with it comes the opportunity to turn your weaknesses intro strengths. Many businesses cite customer service as one of their strengths, but when it comes to using telematics, the ability to provide superior service can be had. So how does the Geotab fleet tracking solution really help…
Upgrade Your Fleet to 4G Carriers are sunsetting 3G services. When they do, devices that are only capable of 3G connectivity, as opposed to LTE services, will no longer work. Is your telematics going to be affected by this 3G network shutdown? Now’s the perfect time to switch to Geotab Are you currently using…
https://marketplace.geotab.com/solutions/lifesaver/ LifeSaver Mobile is a fleet safety solution that reduces employee phone distraction while driving. Our solution is 100% software, no beacons or dongles to purchase, install, maintain or upgrade. The software consists of a mobile application that’s deployed to every employee phone, with each app paired to the company’s cloud-based fleet portal which is…
Are you a School, College, University, City, Town or Municipality with a vehicle FLEET? SKIP the B.A.R. SMOG CHECK when you install our platform! GPS to GO can help you update or add a GPS system with FREE Equipment & Installation With the environment in such a delicate state, it’s more important than ever to…
https://www.geotab.com/press-release/sap-partnership/ Geotab raises the bar by enabling companies to integrate valuable telematics data into their SAP software systems Partnership allows customers to integrate MyGeotab platform with SAP technology via free application on SAP® App Center Toronto, ON – October 7, 2020 – Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, today announced that a…
Geotab ranked number one Commercial Telematics provider worldwide for the second consecutive year Competitive analysis conducted by ABI Research ranks telematics providers based on innovation and implementation; Geotab recognized for its excellence in both categories Toronto, ON – September 15, 2020 – Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, today announced that…
https://www.geotab.com/press-release/fedramp-authorization/ Geotab achieves FedRAMP authorization for its cloud-based telematics platform Company’s platform demonstrates ability to meet all security requirements set forth by U.S. federal government, validating Geotab’s approach to data security Toronto, ON – August 18, 2020 – Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, today announced that it has successfully achieved full Federal…
Geotab launches Public Works solution for government fleets Market-leading solution helps enable state and municipal government agencies to improve their fleet operations through superior integrations and improved visibility; Increases operational efficiencies for seasonal and ongoing maintenance vehicles Toronto, ON – June 23, 2020 – Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, today announced…
New dashboard monitors the commercial transportation industry’s road to COVID-19 recovery Geotab data analysis examines the health of North American commercial vehicle activity as businesses continue to assess COVID-19 impacts TORONTO, ON – May 7, 2020 – Geotab, a global leader in IoT and connected transportation, today announced the launch of its Commercial Transportation Recovery…
Start planning for the 3G network shutdown By Maria Sotra The 3G shutdown is on its way. The 3G network shutdown is on its way. Is your fleet prepared to make the transition? The time for planning is now, since the carrier sunsetting of 3G services is already in progress. As we learned in the 2G…
Mother Nature waits for no one, which is why having a reliable telematics solution is so crucial to snow operations companies during the winter months as road conditions can greatly impact public safety in the blink of an eye and fleets need to be prepared to react just as quickly. If you manage snow operations…
Geotab is offering users of their telematics solutions even more ways to save time and money thanks to Drivewyze PreClear – the only always-on bypass service available on the Geotab Marketplace, providing bypasses at temporary or mobile “pop-up” inspection sites, as well as at fixed weigh stations across the United States and in two Canadian…
Geotab already saves fleets around the world significant time and money with their plug-and-play devices and easy-to-use platform but what if we told you fleet management is getting even easier thanks to Geotab integration in some of your favourite fleet vehicle brands?! Yes, you read that correctly, Geotab integration is available in Volvo and Mack…
Are you thinking of going electric with your fleet but you’re concerned how cold weather may affect the range and/or performance? You’re not alone, and this is a worry of EV owners and potential buyers who operate in harsh winter conditions around the world. Studies have been completed to scientifically determine just how much cold…
As of December 17th, all fleets in the U.S.A using the grandfathered automatic onboard recording devices (AOBRDs) will be required to be fully switched over to electronic logging devices (ELDs) as per the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) final rule which was issued in late 2017. The two-year grandfathering was put in place with…
Vision Zero is a road safety initiative founded by the Swedish government in 1997, which has been successfully implemented throughout Europe, and is now spreading throughout the United States. To become a Vision Zero city, a municipality must meet four minimum standards, consisting of: Setting the clear goal of eliminating traffic fatalities and sever injuries.…
With the environment in such a delicate state, it’s more important than ever to make the effort to protect what’s left that can be saved. The State of California is taking the state of the environment seriously and has introduced green initiatives to promote a reliable, environmentally responsible and cost-effective fleet. After a rigorous three-year…
The right telematics solution can help fleets of all sizes, but small fleets in particular can see the benefits of telematics magnified – if done right. This post will provide tips for small fleets to help them maximize the benefits they can experience with the Geotab telematics solution GPS to GO proudly offers to our…
Electrifying your fleet can be a beneficial decision both in terms of the cost savings your business can experience as well as the environmental impact – or lack thereof that comes with EVs. While you may be thinking of incorporating EVs in your fleet, it’s important to do your research to ensure you’re fully aware…
ABI Research recently completed their Commercial Telematics competitive assessment and ranked Geotab the top Commercial Telematics vendor.
While long speculated that Canada’s commercial driving industry would follow in the footsteps of the electronic logbook (ELD) mandate which came into force in December of 2017 in the United States, Canadian company owners and drivers now know the date in which they’ll be required to comply with a similar law – June 12, 2021.…
There are many businesses which could see significant benefits and cost savings by changing out their gas or diesel fleet vehicles for electric vehicles.
How many hours a week do you spend stuck in traffic? The time spent hitting your brakes, inching forward ever so slowly, or at a dead stop altogether adds up by minutes and hours easily and costs much more than just wasted time for fleets. Fuel used idling can add up to a significant loss…
Texting and driving is dangerous, there is no doubt about that. But while so much focus has gone into encouraging drivers to put their phones down, the other causes of distracted driving have been pushed aside despite also being very dangerous. It’s important for fleet managers to understand the different types of distracted driving so…
We’ve all seen it – a car in traffic speeding past, zooming in and out of lanes of traffic passing whoever they can and tailgating drivers who aren’t keeping up to whatever speed limit they seem to be following in their own little world. While some might say this person has road rage, these are…
Full enforcement of the ELD mandate in the U.S. has been in effect since April 1st, 2018, so if you or members of your fleet drive through the United States and haven’t been stopped yet, you should prepare for your first stop with the following information to ensure your drivers are aware of what is…
Significant technological advancements have been made in many industries over the last few years, and the construction industry is no exception. Between the modernized processes and equipment becoming more and more technologically advanced, it is no wonder construction companies big and small are looking for the best ways to protect their equipment and keep their…
We at GPS to GO are confident in saying it would be a challenge to find a fleet manager who doesn’t want to know where their vehicles are to ensure the business is being run as efficiently as possible. For instance, if a fleet vehicle breaks down on a roadside, a fleet manager will absolutely…
Geotab has a million reasons (and more!) to celebrate their great start to 2018 with their announcement on February 23rd, sharing that the award-winning leader in telematics technology has officially hit and surpassed one million subscribers. This success positions Geotab as the first telematics company to achieve one million connected vehicles built on a single,…
Great news for National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) members! Geotab has been awarded a four-year contract by the NJPA for the procurement of Fleet Management and Related Technology Solutions. The contract establishes Geotab as an awarded vendor and offers streamlined purchasing for the over 50,000 NJPA members across the United States with competitive…
On December 18th, 2017, the day the U.S. mandated for all truckers to track Hours of Service with the use of an Electronic Logging Device (ELD), Canadian Transport Minister, Marc Garneau announced a similar plan for truckers in Canada. Siting research showing an “ELD mandate would have a direct and immediate impact on curbing behaviours…
Every fleet manager dreads having a vehicle down for any amount of time as it quickly takes a toll on productivity and profits. Whether a vehicle is out of gas, has a flat tire or a dead battery, the goal of every fleet manager is to have the situation dealt with as soon as possible…
As the December deadline for the ELD mandate approaches in the U.S., we thought it was important to debunk some popular myths about vehicle tracking to help ease the transition and put minds at ease for those who may be confused or worried. Myth #1 – Telematics Is Too Expensive One of the largest concerns…
We love hearing how the Geotab GPS tracking device helps businesses improve their processes and bottom line. Click the link below to find out how it helped J.F. Kitching & Son Ltd., a third-generation family business located in Queensville, Ontario which provides transportation services, and what benefits they are experiencing since choosing this business solution.…
The Commercial Vehicle Safety Alliance (CVSA) held its annual Brake Safety Day on September 7th, and the results might stop you dead in your tracks. Brake Safety Day is part of the CVSA’s Operation Airbrake Program in partnership with the Canadian Council of Motor Transport Administrators (CCMTA) and the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administrators (FMCSA).…
Commercial vehicle accidents can be costly. Not just in the financial sense with factors including property damage, medical bills, lost cargo and time cost averages well into the billions of dollars each year, but also in terms of life. Far too many commercial vehicle accidents and fatalities occur as a result of driver negligence, which…
GPS to GO is happy to share the news that our Geotab ELD (Electronic Logging Device) is now a registered ELD with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) in the United States. This news is great for those in the U.S., or companies who cross into the U.S., who haven’t yet chosen a device…
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Looking to select an ELD solution that is perfect for your organizational needs and structure? When fleet managers implement the proper ELD solution they’re ultimately setting the company, its operations and its drivers up for success. How so you might ask? ELD solutions ensure that you’re adhering to government regulations, are mandate compliant, increase overall…
Still tracking your company’s “hours of service” manually? The federal government knows the importance of E-logs and has been working towards transitioning from traditional paper logs to electronic format. With plans to mandate E-logs, their implementation is inevitable and ultimately for the well-being of all those who share the road. Things are more pressing if…
Do you know about the additional devices that can sync with your Geotab? We’re here to tell you how to make your fleet tracking even more efficient by exploring add-ins. Once you have a Geotab device installed and working in your vehicle(s), you will realize how much easier it is making your fleet tracking! After your Geotab is…
Everything in today’s business world is go-go-go. People are always on the move, and you need to make sure that you can keep track of your Geotab wherever you might be. That’s why the MyGeotab App was created. Whether you are a business owner or the fleet manager the MyGeotab App gives you real-time insights…
Did you know that you have access to FREE apps in the GeoTab Marketplace? There are hundreds of apps and add-on solutions designed to help you better understand your fleet and find ways to optimize spending and operations. You can learn more about the Geotab Marketplace here or start browsing some of the possibilities for…
Wouldn’t you love your fleet to a point of only predictive maintenance AND having a way to help keep your drivers more accountable? That’s exactly what one success story from a Geotab customer managed to do. DC Water was able to use Geotab to manage their drivers in a whole new way. The Director of…
Work and play don’t have to be opposites. With the D2GO’s Driver Challenge designed for the Geotab GPS Fleet Tracking solution, you’re able to boost employee engagement while increasing fleet safety and productivity. This unique technology allows you to easily define company goals and metrics, and communicate those to your fleet instantly via an easy…
Running a fleet of commercial vehicles efficiently requires effective management on several fronts. There are the logistics of scheduling. There is the necessity of managing vehicle maintenance, and minimizing downtime. There is the need to ensure that your drivers are using safe habits out there on the road. And the requirement that all those elements…
For a company with 450 fleet vehicles on the road like Black & Veatch, headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas, driver safety is critical. The company has many technicians and servicepeople out on the roads each and every day, with some driving up to 7,000 miles (11,000+ km) per month. Needless to say, all that driving…
Last month, the Canadian Taxpayers Federation (CTF) set out to educate the population about the federal debt burden Canadians face, while advocating for lower taxes, less waste, and accountable government. In order to accomplish this goal, the CTF established a campaign to tour across the country in a vehicle displaying the national debt, and the…
There are dozens of sound business reasons that you should implement GPS tracking into your fleet – from increasing productivity to providing better customer service. But one thing that should never be overlooked is the safety of your drivers. Geotab fleet tracking is one of the best steps you can take to improve on this.…
New FDA regulations are making making the rules and protocols around the transportation of food and other temperature sensitive goods stricter. In order to maintain compliance and ensure your fleets are fully equipped to provide consistent temperature reporting, read on. FDA Food Safety Modernization Act Back in 2011 the United States Food and Drug Administration…
Paine’s Inc. Recycling & Rubish Removal is a recycling and disposal services company based in East Granby, Connecticut (north of Hartford). The company receives some of its work from local municipalities, so when a requirement of GPS tracking was put into place, Paine’s needed a solution that fit their business. Russell Paine, the company’s vice-president…
Thinking about implementing GPS tracking within your fleet? Great news. That means you’re in good shape to make your fleet more efficient, improve operations and reduce your overhead costs. But now that you’ve gotten this far, it’s time to make the big choice… what GPS tracker do you choose? The choice is clear: Geotab. Our…
A common objections we face from business owners in our efforts to spread the GPS fleet tracking revolution is, ‘my drivers won’t be happy about it.’ In reality, implementing a GPS fleet tracking solution is a great way to reward your best drivers, while correcting the behavior of your drivers that have negative habits or…
In the United States, any commercial motor vehicle (CMV) which operates across state lines will soon have to become compliant with the new regulations set out by the FMCSA. The idea behind the regulations is that companies will have to log their hours of service with electronic logging devices, or ELDs. The ELD replaces traditional…
You might already know about some of the spectacular benefits that integrating GPS tracking into your company’s fleet can provide. And if so, you know that Geotab GPS fleet tracking units provides out-of-the-box functionality that can greatly improve your fleet’s productivity, lower fleet costs and manage your drivers’ behavior. But beyond that, there’s so much…
C&C Group is a facility services company with operations throughout Kansas and Missouri, including the Kansas City and St. Louis metro areas. A few years back, the company had an important concern to address within their fleet: the safety of its employees. An off-duty incident inspired this family-owned operation to look into ways to make…
Safe drivers and operators are essential for any fleet manager, and that goes double for any company that delivers potentially hazardous materials. In the case of Fueliner, a petroleum delivery company based in the Midwest, safety was a driving factor in their decision to implement Geotab GPS fleet tracking into their fleet of over 20…
With the changeover on the calendar into a new year, you should be thinking about new opportunities for your business. And if your company uses vehicles at all, you should definitely be thinking about how to maximize your revenues by making use of GPS fleet tracking and telematics data. Here are 5 features that have…
One of the many things that sets Geotab apart from the pack when it comes to GPS Fleet Tracking is its integration with add-ons, accessories and apps. Apps allow you, as the fleet manager, to download a variety of add-ons that use the data your Geotab devices collect, in all sorts of different ways. That’s…
Fleet operators in the United States are bound by the regulations of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) which is currently working to release a new set of Hours of Service (HOS) rules and regulations that carriers in the United States must follow. The regulations will see a shift from the old style of…
Route management is one of the most important factors in running a successful fleet. Getting your drivers to take the best possible routes to go from one work location to the next provides several benefits to your company’s bottom line: Your company can reach more customers in a day; You can save money on fuel…
Fleets ranging from a few vehicles up to thousands of vehicles can see substantial benefits by making use of Geotab GPS Tracking. For Southern Wine & Spirits of America, which runs a fleet of 2,200 vehicles serving 187,000 customers across 35 states, that has certainly been the case. [ View the original case study on…
When you think of GPS tracking for business, you might think of large companies with hundreds of vehicles on the road. But you shouldn’t overlook the value that fleet tracking can provide to smaller businesses, even those companies that only have a few vehicles on the road. In fact, the reality is that most ‘fleets’…
Are you familiar with the idea of using GPS to track vehicles in a fleet, but not quite sure whether to use it for your business? Maybe you’re not quite sure if the business benefits of GPS fleet tracking will really apply for your company. Well, there’s never been a better time to get tracking.…
Implementing GPS Fleet Tracking into your company can provide a huge range of benefits for your business – everything from reduced costs to improved customer service – and it can certainly make your employees more productive. But can it actually make your drivers happier? The answer may surprise you. How Can Telematics Help? In any…
Imagine a world where your vehicle fleet was operating at perfect efficiency. As a fleet manager, you spent exactly what was needed, not a penny more, and your vehicles were rolling along, generating maximum revenue for your company, day in and day out. It might sound like a dream, but integrating Geotab GPS Fleet Tracking…
GPS fleet tracking offers many benefits to your company. Our customers come to us for a variety of different reasons. Some are looking to increase vehicle security. Others are simply looking to trim the fat on their operational budget whether through lower fuel costs, better resource management, and in some cases, lower insurance costs. Whatever…
Harry Harmes, franchise owner of ServiceMaster of the Valley in Kentville, Nova Scotia, began looking into telematics software after one of his trucks was stolen with no way of tracing it. Though the vehicle was eventually recovered, it was damaged and there were no security measures in place to keep this from happening again. That’s…
You might have heard of the phrase telematics over the past decade or so. It seems that the term, which most often describes the integration of telecommunications and vehicle tracking, is popping up everywhere. Many insurance companies are now offering the potential for reduced rates to personal drivers, for example, backed by data collection powered…
A#1 Air is an HVAC installation, maintenance and repair company which operates a fleet of 138 vehicles, based in Lewisville, Texas in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. For the company’s fleet, IT and building manager, Ken Kapson, telematics play an important role in keeping operations running as they should – and helping to manage both his…
Leading fleet managers are increasingly relying on data to get a competitive advantage, and vehicle fleet tracking through the use of a telematics system can benefit your business in several ways. Of course, there is the reporting aspect of fleet tracking – sitting down at the end of the week, or each month, having a…
Apart from all the fantastic business benefits of GPS Fleet Tracking, it can also have the effect of improving your driving behaviour. A key part of establishing that improved behavior is to set standards for your drivers to reach. Geotab GPS Fleet Tracking devices produce easily understood data to support your program. Using the information,…
GPS vehicle tracking from Geotab gives your fleet a competitive advantage in several ways. In this post, we’ll look at how it can help you reach more customers, serving them more efficiently and providing better customer service. First, let’s look at a real-world case study, and then we’ll look at how GPS Fleet Tracking can…
D.M. Bowman, Inc., is a leading transportation, warehousing and logistics company based in Williamsport, Maryland. The organization operates 325 vehicles which are nearly always on the go; fleet management, driver safety, and cost management are crucial parts of their core operations. So when the company’s insurance company approached them about implementing a usage-based program to…
One of the biggest contributors to fuel costs for fleets of all sizes is idling time. Think of vehicle idling like a silent killer of your company’s fuel efficiency… and in the bigger sense, your bottom line. Luckily, there’s a simple way to take control of costs incurred by your drivers idling: installing Geotab GPS…
Here’s another great feature that comes pre-loaded with your MyGeotab account and can keep your fleet tracking efforts rolling along smoothly. It’s called the Watchdog Report, and allows you to check on the status of your vehicles with just a quick glance. To access this report, show your list of vehicles in your MyGeotab account,…
The Geotab Software Development Kit allows third-party developers to build on the Geotab platform to create custom solutions for their clients. Fleet Hoster is a leading company in working with businesses to develop these solutions. The beauty of working with Fleet Hoster is that you don’t need to be technically-inclined to understand what they do;…
In our modern, connected world, customers expect to stay informed of their vehicle’s status at the click of a smartphone. At first glance, you might think of that as using GPS fleet tracking for a delivery company, or maybe a company that deals in the trades. And while Geotab is an amazing out-of-the-box tool for…
There are a few scenarios that can potentially pose nightmares for fleet managers. A GPS Fleet Tracking system from Geotab can really help mitigate two of the biggest fleet risks – driver accident/injury and vehicle theft. Reducing the Risk of Vehicle Theft Whether you’re running a large, national fleet, or a small company with a…
Route management is one of the most important factors in running a successful fleet. Getting your drivers to take the best possible routes to go from one work location to the next provides several benefits to your company’s bottom line: Your company can potentially reach more customers in a day; You can save money on…
In nearly every industry that has vehicles on the road, GPS Fleet Tracking can provide a competitive advantage. Whether your company moves customers’ items, addresses problems for them, or hauls stuff away, fleet tracking allows you to provide better customer service, while potentially saving your business money. Trades & Services: Landscapers, HVAC Companies, Plumbers have…
Any small business that manages a fleet of vehicles on the road knows how damaging a collision can be; beyond the potential for bodily harm to employees, they can be financially devastating to the business. There’s the loss of revenue from a vehicle being off the roads, the cost of repair or replacement beyond what…
One of the common things reported by companies that have implemented GPS Fleet Tracking systems is that once they start using Geotab devices in their fleet, they see their vehicle operators driving safer. Here are a few examples of real-life results that some companies have seen after implementing GPS devices to their vehicles: This national…
If you have vehicles on the road, a GPS fleet tracking system can improve productivity within your business, no matter what industry you’re in. The plumbing business is no exception. Plumbers are always on the road, traveling from one site to the next, and a business’s success depends largely on their reputation for reliable arrival…
Like death and taxes, it seems that rising fuel costs is one of the few certainties in life. The cost of fuel is one of the largest day-to-day operational costs that fleet managers face, and with the price being out of your control, the only way to keep your budget in check is to actively…
GPS Tracking has become a necessity for companies rely on fleets and drivers to do business. The installation of GPS units is an investment that will improve your company’s operations immediately and especially over the long-term. Most companies see a return on their investment within a year, and many see one much sooner than that.…
While we often discuss the benefits of GPS tracking systems for small businesses on this blog, installing Geotab devices can provide spectacular benefits for medium and larger sized businesses as well. Take Red Hawk Fire & Security, for example, a company which employs a fleet of 800 vehicles across the United States. Red Hawk offers…
Distracted driving is one of the biggest technology-related problems to emerge over the past decade. Jurisdictions all across the United States and Canada are taking steps to introduce harsher penalties. In the Canadian province of Ontario, there are now more yearly deaths from texting while driving than there are from driving under the influence. For…
Most businesses that we speak with on a daily basis come to us with the same sorts of problems that they need our GPS systems to address. Many companies want to get a better grasp on where their vehicles are at all times, thereby improving their customer service. Another motivation for managers is to reduce…
According to Automotive Fleet Magazine, 21 per cent of all fleet vehicles are involved in some type of accident per year. As a fleet manager, that has to be unsettling. The safety of your fleet’s drivers is a byproduct of responsible driving habits. The responsible course of action is to correct the risky behaviors of…
There are a variety of GPS Fleet Tracking devices currently on the market for the purposes of fleet management, but none of them compare with the ease and intuitiveness that the MyGeotab dashboard provides. Even for people with limited computer skills, the MyGeotab platform is easy to navigate and get access to exactly the information…
We sell GPS Tracking Devices to a very wide range of businesses, from cleaning companies to HVAC Installers, to food distributors. One of the things are clients unanimously love about Geotab, and one of its best features on the whole, is its total flexibility to suit the needs of your business. The MyGeotab platform provides…
In recent weeks, we’ve touched on several ways that installing GPS Tracking Devices on your fleet can help keep your basic business costs down. One of the things we haven’t discussed so much is how it cuts down on hidden costs, like vehicle maintenance, and fleet security. It’s all about protecting your business assets. Because…
As a business owner or fleet manager, maybe you’ve been considering the idea of installing GPS Fleet Tracking Devices in your fleet, but haven’t quite been persuaded to make the leap yet. As we’ll outline in this post, there’s never been a better time to take your fleet management to the next level with a…
Industry: Full-service junk removal Based In: Toronto, ON Type of Vehicles: Cab over trucks Fleet Size: 22 [ Download the PDF of this case study ] The Challenge: Young Driver Risks When the original 1-800-GOT-JUNK? launched in Vancouver, Canada in 1989, Brian Scudamore was a college student looking to make some extra cash over a…
Monarch Beverage Company is a beer and wine wholesaler based in Indianapolis delivers about 16 million cases of beer and wine per year throughout Indiana. Not only do they have about 80 to 90 routes per day for local delivery, they also have a bulk-freight division. The company’s size and logistical operations means that they…
We know that our GPS to GO fleet tracking customers in Canada and the United States care about saving green – as in money – but we also know that many of you care about reducing your fleet’s impact on the environment. And GPS to GO’s Geotab is one of the most cost-effective ways out…
When you think of GPS fleet tracking in Canada, you probably think first of for-profit commercial enterprises. But as the experience of Second Harvest shows, the use of a Geotab system can bring amazing benefits to those companies in the not-for-profit sector as well. GPS to GO is a reseller of Geotab fleet tracking systems…
In our latest YouTube videos, Russ Salo chats with the President and CEO of Maps BI, Mike Branch. Maps BI is an elegant app solution that makes it easy for managers to see the data from your Geotab system in a convenient, interactive way. What does Maps BI do? The GPS to GO fleet…
In this video, Russ Salo interviews Kelly Mac, Operations Manager for the largest and highest grossing garbage bin delivery and disposal franchise in North America – 1-800-Got-Junk. Here are the main takeaways from the video: Why did you decide to install GPS fleet tracking? We opened the first franchise in Toronto, in 1999. We have…
We’re sharing this quick update with you regarding the Heartbleed security threat: The security vulnerability called Heartbleed affected a number of websites which utilize Open SSL. This notice is to inform you that the MyGeotab hosted environment has not been affected by this vulnerability. If you have any questions or concerns regarding Geotab’s security policy,…
I have recently become a member of the board of the Ottawa Better Business Bureau (BBB). Not only did I always strive to comply with BBB’s mission, I am now proud to say that I am a board member tasked with helping other businesses adopt BBB’s mission and vision. The BBB’s vision is: • To…
The Mobileye Collision Avoidance CS 270 is a revolutionary system that helps drivers avoid collisions. It is a “life-saving 4 in 1 solution for collision prevention and mitigation”. How does the Mobileye work? When you get too close to another vehicle/person the system beeps and flashes a signal to warn you that an impending accident…
Below is a video testimonial from one of our long-time customers, Ritchies Feed & Seeds, and how they are using our GPS fleet tracking system. They service Eastern Ontario and Western Quebec with feed and seeds for dairy farms, landscapers, and other sources. The below video is featuring Craig Harrison who is the fleet manager.…
We at GPS to GO recently attended the Geotab Connect 2014 Conference, which Geotab put together for its resellers. The Goals of The Conference Were: Learn more about Geotab’s latest features. Discover new ways of adding value through the Geotab system to our clients. Learn about future developments that are making Geotab an even better…
It won’t be long before high-tech monitoring units will be installed in every semi in North America. These high tech multi-purpose monitoring units called telematics and electronic on-board recorders (EOBRs) are changing the way large fleet companies operate. EOBRs can transmit important vehicle information in real time such as: The temperature in the truck’s refrigeration…
Orkin Pest Control is a large company that handles over 5,500 trucks. It has over 8000 employees operating in more than 400 U.S. locations. Orkin was searching for an efficient GPS solution that offers minimal maintenance, real-time accurate reporting and tamper-proof installation. The solution for Orkin was the Geotab GO GPS system. GPS to GO…
The Office of the Privacy Commissioner of Canada (OPC) states that companies need to take into account the privacy rights of employees when installing GPS tracking devices in vehicles, since vehicle location and the whereabouts of employees are tracked in real time. Example Privacy Case Regarding GPS Fleet Tracking The OPC recently reviewed a case…
We at GPS to GO are pleased to announce the brand new mobile app from Geotab! The app works on all Android devices, including your phone and tablet. What Does the Geotab Drive App Do? Geotab Drive is a smart in-vehicle application for your driver’s Android device, connected to the MyGeotab fleet management software and…
We at GPS to GO are pleased to announce that Geotab has just introduced a ‘pre-release’ DICKEY-john integration solution for municipal-level and public works vehicle tracking. New GPS Tracking Capabilities Through Geotab and DICKEY-john Integration Using Geotab’s IOX-DJ unit (shown below), the DICKEY-john Control Point® Control System can be connected to receive information on distances,…
People are becoming more and more conscious of the “three bottom lines” to a business – whether as someone running a business or making a career choice. In this post you will see how fleet management can help you achieve these 3 bottom lines. There’s not many products out there that have such a direct…
For Canadians, we know well how winter driving in snow and ice can be risky and slow your fleet down. With climate change, parts of the U.S. not previously exposed to such conditions are now occasionally starting to encounter them more often, too. What Does This Mean For Your Fleet? More risk, and lower productivity.…
We are pleased to introduce you to the brand new GPS to GO website design. We have also migrated from www.gpstogo.ca to www.gpstogo.com. Although our last website served us well, we found there were ways we could improve the user-experience for you, helping you find the information you want faster and in a more concise,…
Below is a video testimonial by our client, Ottawa Home Services, on our GPS fleet tracking solution. Video summary Ottawa Home Services is a heating and air conditioning contractor in Ottawa Ontario. 3 years ago they installed the GPS fleet tracking system from GPS to GO to curb employees’ after-hours use of the vehicles and…
One of the most-appreciated benefits to be had from a GPS fleet management solution is its ability to help cut down on your fleet’s fuel costs – especially with today’s rising oil prices. So how does GPS fleet tracking help cut down on fuel costs of a commercial fleet exactly? Let’s find out. Prevent any…
One of the main benefits in a fleet tracking solution is that it can very readily promote safer driving habits. Aggressive driving is very unproductive and unsafe, and here’s why: Aggressive driving results in more wear and tear on the vehicle (hard accelerations, harsh breaking or turns, etc). It creates a bad image of your…
What could have been a tragedy was luckily avoided through the use of GPS fleet tracking devices on the company vehicles of an elevator service company called Trident Elevator, in Scarborough Ontario. Trident Elevator had been using our GPS fleet tracking solution for more than three years already when the incident occurred. They chose…
We would just like to provide a notice to all customers on behalf of Geotab about upcoming changes that will affect the support of MyGeotab in certain browsers. For those of you running Windows XP, you likely know that this operating system only supports up to Internet Explorer 8, and that this version and all…
Below is our latest video testimonial with Jarrett Chalmers, operations manager at EMCO, Canada’s largest and oldest commercial plumbing supplier. Jarrett oversees their warehouse and daily operations, including shipping and receiving, and customer service. Listen as he talks about the benefits of using our GPS fleet tracking technology – including our plug n’ play GPS…
We recently came across a very interesting case in British Columbia that brings to light the idea of GPS tracking and employee privacy rights. It started when some unionized workers from two elevator companies filed complaints over the use of GPS tracking with the Office of the Information and Privacy Commissioner, saying the technology is “pushing…
There is no question that adopting GPS fleet tracking for your company vehicles will help your business. The benefits to be had a clear, tangible, and close at hand. Yet, not all business owners or fleet managers know all the benefits to be had, so that’s where we come in to educate you on. Here…
Does your business operate a commercial vehicle in more than one province or state? If the answer is yes, then you are an Interjurisdictional Carrier (IJC) and you should know about the International Fuel Tax Agreement (IFTA). The IFTA is an agreement between 10 provinces in Canada and 48 states in the US that essentially…
We are excited to say that GEOTAB has introduced the GO6 Driver ID system that will now let you track multiple drivers for the same vehicle! The new Driver ID system includes a reader device which attaches to the GPS device itself, and a driver ID tag which the driver carries with them.…
Russ Salo, President of GPS to GO, recently attended the National Association of Fleet Administrators (NAFA) 2013 Institute and Exposition event in Atlantic City, New Jersey. Featured in the below video summary of the event by Russ Salo, include such companies as: Geotab fleet management systems – to which GPS to GO is a proud…
This is a video tutorial post on how to install a heavy duty 6-pin connector cable from your GPS tracking device to a large freight liner vehicle. Details: You need your GPS tracking device and the 6-pin connector cable. Zip-tie the GPS device and the cable together so they do not become disconnected.…
This is a video tutorial on installing the easy-to-use Relocation Cable for the GO5 and GO6 versions of our GPS fleet tracking devices. Here are some of the reasons you may need to use the relocation cable: The device may be in the way of a vehicles access fuse panel cover. The device may be…
Below is a video interview between Russ Salo, president and owner of GPS to GO, and Paul St. John, owner of The Maids Ottawa franchise. Here is a summary of the video: The Reason that The Maids Ottawa first looked into GPS Fleet Tracking They wanted to reduce costs and assure that drivers…
We recently received the below testimonial from our client; The Maids of Brandon, a division of The Maids. “We at the Maids here in Brandon Florida have been using GPS since March 2010. We started with 3 hard-wired units from another supplier and used those devices until last week. We added a 4th device in…
Messenger Freight from Cambridge Ontario recently approached GPS to GO to replace their outgoing GPS tracking systems in October of 2012. Messenger Freight was looking for an effective solution that could be quickly installed, and with an intuitive web platform that would allow them to easily see and manage their multiple grocery delivery points. Here…
The below video is a walkthrough for the complete setup of the Garmin Integration Bundle using a GO6 GPS tracking device by GPS to GO. Video points: Need a GO6 GPS tracking device, Garmin navigator, and Garmin navigation communication cable. Setting up your GO6 to communicate with a Garmin navigator. Keep cable plugged into GO6…
One of our largest and most longstanding customers, Canadian Property Stars, recently came to Ottawa for a 2013 Winter GPS Boot Camp to help prepare for the coming season. Over 60 managers came from all across Canada to participate in this fun training event. Every year the team from Canadian Property Stars serve people across…
Accident data reconstruction is rarely touched upon by many of the market’s fleet management systems. This post will show you how to reconstruct the data from a vehicle accident to learn more about what happened. The Accelerometer The Geotab fleet tracking devices have a built-in accelerometer that measures speed readings in a 3-axis format,…
This past Black Friday, we offered a one-day-only sale of our popular G05 Fleet Tracking Devices for only $149.99/unit while quantities lasted. We are happy to say we got a great response, seeing the following purchases from our customers; ALW Towing – purchased 2 units. Storm Internet Ottawa– 6 units! …
Today we are looking at a video tutorial on how to identify and interpret red alert engine icons for any of your fleet vehicles. Follow the steps in the video to understand and identify where and what vehicles may have an engine failure, and how to find out the specific details of such a failure.…
This video is a tutorial on how to use the NEW “Posted Speed Limit” function in Geotab Checkmate 5.6. This feature can show you & ALERT you when any of your vehicles goes over the local posted speed limits out in the field. These rules are very simple to setup. The Geotab GO4, GO5 and…
Russ Salo here, President of GPS to GO. As a member of the Kiwanis Club of Ottawa, I recently had the honour of meeting the Ottawa Chief of Police while at one of our recent luncheon events. Chief Charles Bordeleau has been in policing since 1984 and has been Chief of the Ottawa Police Service…
We are very pleased to welcome back Elevator Cab Renovations (ECR) as a GPS to GO customer. ECR had been off to try another competitive GPS fleet tracking provider, but have now chosen to come back to GPS to GO with our latest GEOTAB Checkmate platform 5.6. – featuring a superb monthly price and the…
I, Russ Salo, President of GPS to GO, am thrilled to announce that GPS to GO has been named a finalist for the 2012 Ottawa Business Achievement Awards on behalf of the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce and Ottawa Business Journal! We have been nominated under the ‘Small Business of the Year‘ category, where finalists are…
Geotab is offering the following general 5.6 training sessions for any/all users of the GEOTAB application. Please join us for any or all of the below meetings for a general overview of 5.6. Join GEOTAB for a Webinar on any of the following dates: Wednesday September 5th 1:30-2:30PM EDT: https://www1.gotomeeting.com/register/365179504 Wednesday September 12th 1:30-2:30PM EDT…
We have had several comments from our franchise users that they are receiving this message when they log into their GPStoGo account with the new GEOTAB Checkmate 5.6. People were concerned it may have been a hoax. So, please note this is not a hoax and is legitimate authorization you need to give to Google…
We at GPS to GO are proud to work with the energetic team over at Hanco Sandblasting & Restoration Services, who have just adopted our GPS ‘Plug & Play’ fleet tracking system. Big or small, Hanco will blast it all. They specialize in commercial and industrial cleaning and restoration services, including: sandblasting, soda blasting, waterblasting,…
This HOW-TO tutorial is to demonstrate how to install the cable connection between the GO5 Geotab GPS device and the power source of your vehicle. Begin by finding the engine diagnostic port on the vehicle, which is where the device will be connected to for power. On some vehicles, such as in a Ford [as…
Also see our previous post on the Introduction to Geotab’s Checkmate 5.6 Upgrade. Video Transcript: Hi there, I’m Russ Salo, president of GPS to GO. Today we’re going to have a quick, sneak peek at the new Geotab Checkmake 5.6 software update. Just about everyone out there is still using Checkmate 5.5, but over the…
The New Checkmate 5.6 Fleet Management Software is Almost Here! Sometime between August to October, your existing GPS to GO account will be upgraded to Checkmate 5.6. As users, you will notice some small but useful changes to the Checkmate website interface. No need to worry though, as you’ll find these changes are still in…
We’ve been waiting a long time for this, and it’s finally here – the Geotab G06 Tracking Device – The World’s Only Expandable, Plug & Play GPS System The G06 has some unique features over the G05, which has been one of our flagship products here at GPS to GO. What really sets the…
We at GPS to GO are proud to work with the energetic team over at Canadian Property Stars, who have just adopted our GPS ‘Plug & Play’ fleet tracking system. Canadian Property Stars is a prestigious, nation-wide company offering year-round property maintenance. They specialize in lawn aeration, driveway sealing, pressure cleaning, and window washing. In…
Owner and founder of GPS to GO, Russ Salo, was recently featured in the latest issue of the Ottawa Chamber of Commerce Magazine – The Voice. The article begins by saying, “never underestimate the power of a cold call”, as that is exactly how Russ landed his first customer. When the company first launched in…
We at GPS to GO have been watching the issue of texting while driving develop over the past few years, seeing it grow as problem among young drivers and increasingly among fleet drivers. This is why our ZoomSafer product has been a big focus of ours lately: it’s a Blackberry and Android app that kicks…
I recently had the ultimate pleasure of meeting the Welsh/Canadian businessman, Terry Matthews – serial high-tech entrepreneur and Wale’s first billionaire. A man from humble beginnings, Terry began by fixing small appliances and through the ethics of hard work and dedication, he built an empire. We met at an Invest Ottawa event that took place…
GPS to GO started 3 years ago and has since grown and expanded to the point that we now need more sales staff to help meet the demand for our GPS Fleet Management Solutions. It because of our success that I have started working with the Sandler Sales Training Institute, taking their business and sales…
We recently had the pleasure of installing a full system of Go5 compact GPS units in the fleet vehicles of the insulation distribution company, Emile Prud’homme. They are a one-stop-shop for a complete line of quality insulation products with a delivery network across the nation, but with the majority of their routes spanning from Montreal…
On April 18, 2012, I was offered a position on the Accreditation Committee of the Ottawa Better Business Bureau (BBB) by Ms. Manon Bourbeau, the chair of the Board of Directors for the BBB of Eastern Ontario and Outaouais. It would be an understatement to say that I am thrilled. GPS to GO has been…
GPS to GO has been chosen as the preferred GPS supplier for Richelieu Hardware that offers tens of thousands of products in a wide variety of categories including: kitchen accessories, lighting systems, finishing and decorating products, functional hardware, ergonomic workstations, closet and kitchen storage solutions, sliding doors systems, decorative and functional panels, high-pressure laminates.
GPS to GO and the Ottawa location of Service Master have struck a deal to have GPS installed for the fleet of 15 local franchise’s vehicles. This means that we now services total of 14 Service Master franchises in both Canada and the United States!
Here are at the famous Plymouth Rock in Plymouth, Massachusetts.
Protect Your Company Now: Stop Destructed Driving with Fleet Safer Mobile Destructed drivers on the job are a serious risk but you can now reduce employer liability with FleetSafer FleetSafer Mobile is software for Blackberry and Android smart phones that automatically promotes safe, legal and responsible use of mobile phones. Auto-activates while driving Prevents texting,…
GPS to GO is very pleased to welcome aboard new GPS customer, Spring Masters Canada. Spring Masters is a real high energy bunch that covers Canadian communities offering home owners services such as Lawn Aeration & Driveway Sealing.
One of my favorite quotes is “There is no limit to what you can accomplish when you don’t worry about who gets the Credit” I want to send a big thank you to my crew chief Scott and the install team on the Clever Devices / OC Transpo job. Here we are with ( left…
Here we see crew chief Scott hard at work installing one of the hundreds of Clever Devices Smart Bus hardware packages for OC Transpo (Public Bus System in Ottawa Ontario Canada) GPS to GO has been so fortunate to be involved in. Also, watch video: On September 9, 2009, OC Transpo was showcasing the automated…
GPS to GO has been brought on board to help in the installation of over 900 OC Transpo buses for the Clever Devices company out of Plainview NY USA. SmartBus technology improves bus riders’ experience by providing tools to integrate real-time communication and improved reliability into the City’s bus fleet. The new SmartBus technology, which…
Watch video of GO5 Compact with heavy duty cables installed on 3 big rigs for BYEXPRESS in under 10 minutes
What a summer it’s been! We had a pleasure to help many companies over the summer months and one of them is Sani Glaze Ottawa fleet of vehicles. They have very interesting solutions, learn about them below: Effective maintenance systems for various types of surfaces – carpet, VCT, stone, wood, etc. – have been around…
Here we are at the “Chum Media Market Mall” to record the next customer segment (with InstantLawn.ca CEO Adam Sarumi) for our new lineup of commercials on the TEAM 1200. This campaign will focus around the GPS to GO questions: Are you frustrated with the increasing price of gas to run company vehicles? Would…
Watch our new video to find out how your employee’s really feel about padding their overtime & fudging their time sheets? How do you as the employer feel about it? Learn more about how GPS Tracking for your fleet can improve your company’s productivity.
Benson/ Beverly Tire one of our longest customers has recently had us in to see the new GPS Tracking Center showcasing the new screens and Security room at the Cornwall Ontario HQ. Bensons employs over 160 GPS Trackers with us and uses the system for : loss prevention dispatching routing employee safety
We recently had the pleasure of outfitting the local Merry Maids franchise here in Ottawa with 6 of our GO5 GPS Tracking units. This was a real treat for a summers morning installation. We met Stephanie the Office Manager at 08:00 and before you could say “Clean Up” we had all 6 Merry Maids cars…
Whew!….. it’s getting warm and the swimming pool season is here. GPS to GO is delighted to take on a new customer “Splash Pools & Arctic Spas. Operations manager Mike Collins called on us after a friend had referred them to us. We have installed 5 of the GO5 compacts in Splashs’ service vans. Thank…
Every year the president of GPS to GO, Russ Salo, is very excited to be able to chair the Pleasant Park Public School annual family night BBQ. This year was too much fun and the weather plus a fantastic roster of teachers & parent volunteers made this years event a smash! Thanks to the Co-Chair…
Ride for Dad event has grown over the years to be a huge National event (we remember when it was just 25 or so bikers just in the Ottawa Valley area ) GPS to GO was so honored this year to receive Community Builder Award for supplying free GPS Tracking for the National chase vehicle…
Through a suite of software applications, GPS to GO can now offers optimized route planning, real-time wireless dispatch and GPS, strategic territory planning, vehicle telematics, web-based reporting and more. These solutions have already successfully helped thousands of distribution and delivery companies reduce transportation and maintenance costs, save time routing, improve customer service, and increase overall…
We shot a video that shows a slightly comical spoof on Employee tracking. What is really going on with your employee’s when you call them in the field only to hear they’re just 2 minutes away and stuck in traffic. Enjoy and share!! And if you wonder about where your employees are, contact us and…
Here we see a really nice and effective way to install the GO5 Compact GPS unit into a Big Rig Tractor Trailer with the use of our plug in cable for heavy vehicles. With a tie wrap and the 9 pin connection cable, as you can see plugged here into the dash of this truck.…
Ottawa City Fire Station # 84 had us in to present to them the current state of GPS Tracking & Garmin GPS Navigation units. We had a classroom of 12 in attendance to ask questions and hear company President Russ Salo talk about these topics. Fire Station #84 also then had GPS to GO to…
