6 #3: Go Beyond the Fleet Management Basics In addition to thinking about the hardware itself, it is equally important to consider what the hardware can enable and how this can help you justify the investment. By taking the time to invest in new technology, you should also look at the full range of options available from your technology provider. Certain items such as electronic logging (ELD), messaging and vehicle and driver data collection are a core part of any fleet management platform. Supplementing these standard capabilities with additional functionality can help you achieve additional ROI and expand how your business defines “fleet management”. Some additional technology options to consider include: Adding in dash cams that capture the front, sides, rear and inside of a truck can help you get a neutral eyewitness perspective to your drivers’ experience on the road. Not only does this footage help improve liability protection in the event of an accident but can help pinpoint driver coaching opportunities and help improve the overall safety of your fleet. Video Cameras and other Safety-Related Technology No one likes paperwork but the process can be streamlined with an electronic scanning solution in the cab. Providing drivers with a scanning platform can help simplify the document management process, with barcode scanning and pre-filled data fields to make scanning documents easier and eliminate manual steps for drivers. Adding this capability can also help you collect documents to not only improve back office workflows but result in faster invoicing. Electronic Scanning and Document Management 5 Ways to Maximize Your Fleet Management ROI Trimble Transportation