Fleet management software transmits data from the fleet’s vehicles to the fleet management system in real-time, giving the Fleet Manager live information on the status of the entire fleet. Devices fitted to the vehicles, such as GPS devices and telematics systems, record data in real-time and transmit the information to a central dashboard accessed by Fleet Managers. 

Fleet management systems enable Fleet Managers to track data such as vehicle locations, speed, incidents, driver behaviour and more. This information can then be used to monitor the status of a fleet, record and report incidents, track potentially risky driver habits and aid communication between you and your team.

Fleet management software offers a range of benefits to companies, Fleet Managers and drivers. The primary benefit of fleet management software is that it enables Fleet Managers to easily keep track of their fleet in one central location which helps to increase fleet efficiency and makes running a fleet of vehicles more manageable. 

In addition to this, fleet management software provides a range of other benefits to businesses, drivers and fleet operators.

Incident Reporting and Recording

Fleet management software provides a centralised dashboard for recording, analysing, documenting and reporting any incidents involving vehicles in a company’s fleet. This information allows the software to provide Fleet Managers with comprehensive, in-depth reports surrounding incidents within their fleet including time, location, vehicles involved and more. Such information can also help to lower insurance costs, as discussed below.

Reduced Operating Costs

The use of fleet management software by fleet operators can help to reduce operating costs within the business. With Fleet Managers able to monitor their fleet on a granular level, costly driver behaviour such as idling, harsh braking and speeding can be identified and subsequently prevented through training policies, helping fleet operators to avoid expensive maintenance costs.

In addition to driver behaviour, fleet management systems also give fleet operators the ability to reduce business costs by using more fuel-efficient routes. GPS tracking and other tools offered by fleet management software help to identify routes where vehicles are likely to consume less fuel as a result of distance, traffic conditions, elevation, speed limits and other factors. 

Another way in which fleet management software can cut costs for businesses is through the use of data-driven decision-making. AI and algorithm-backed fleet management systems, such as Durite's Full Fleet Management Solution, enable Fleet Managers to make informed, data-driven decisions around fuel efficiency, maintenance schedules, driver training and more which could otherwise be time-consuming and difficult to quantify.

Expedite Claims and Reduce Insurance Premiums

With full fleet management software, dealing with insurance claims becomes more straightforward. With crystal clear video evidence and comprehensive incident details, fleet management software gives insurance companies all the information they need to quickly process and settle claims, reducing headaches for fleet operators. In addition to this, having a fleet management system in place in your company can serve as a boost to your fleet’s safety records which, if recognised by insurance providers, can help to lower the company’s insurance premiums and help to reduce costs for vehicle fleets.

Improved Driver Behaviour

Data and insights provided by fleet management systems can also be incorporated into a company’s training routines and operating procedures to improve driver behaviour. By analysing previous driving habits recorded by the fleet management system, steps and procedures can be put in place to prevent them from happening again.

Habits picked up by fleet management devices such as speeding, harsh braking and hard cornering can be recorded and analysed, and training can be implemented to promote better driver behaviour which can benefit drivers, fleet operators and other road users.

Improved Safety for Other Road Users

As well as boosting safety within vehicle fleets, fleet management software enhances safety for other road users. 

The software enables Fleet Managers to track vehicles in real-time, ensuring adherence to speed limits, approved routes and other safety measures to ensure fleet vehicles aren’t creating hazards or danger for other road users. By monitoring driver behaviour, managers can apply appropriate training to promote safe driving practices, helping to prevent potential future incidents that may involve other road users.

Durite’s Full Fleet Management Solution is an all-in-one fleet management platform designed for Fleet and Transport Managers. Our platform enables managers to have full visibility of their fleet in one central dashboard so they can easily manage daily operations, communications, maintenance schedules and more.

In-Depth, Data-Driven Reporting

Durite Full Fleet Management provides a range of reports for Fleet Managers, allowing them to make data-driven decisions around reducing operating costs and improving fleet efficiency. The system’s driver behaviour reports give Fleet Managers an insight into driver habits. By tracking driver habits and identifying areas for improvement over time, fleet operators can integrate the findings from the reports into their training policies to improve fleet efficiences and reduce maintenance costs.

As well as providing reports on operating costs, our Full Fleet Management software provides valuable insights into fleet maintenance and servicing. From day-to-day servicing requirements to annual maintenance schedules, our software aids managers in keeping on top of fleet maintenance, helping to reduce downtime and increase the longevity of fleet vehicles.

Incident Analysis

When used in combination with our video & telematics products and fleet camera systems, our Full Fleet Management Solution gives Fleet Managers immediate access to detailed incident records which include the time and location of the incident as well as crystal-clear video evidence which can be used to expedite insurance claims. In addition to settling claims quickly and efficiently, in-depth incident analysis enables fleet operators to learn incident trends and implement the necessary steps to prevent them, reducing repair costs in the process.

Bespoke Fleet Safety Solutions

Finding a perfect fleet safety solution for your fleet can be challenging, particularly when regulations and industry standards are taken into account. At Durite, we work with our customers to understand the exact safety requirements of their fleet enabling our team of experts to engineer a customised safety solution to fit their needs. If you're interested in finding a safety solution for your fleet of vehicles, get in touch using the 'Product/Solution enquiry' field under Type of Enquiry on the form below, or use our simple Kit Selector to find a product for your vehicle.