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New GPS Module Enables Tracking
6/18/2010
Tracking and tracing applications have always been a big part of M2M (machine-to-machine) technology, and it seems there are no signs of this market slowing down. Companies continue to introduce new components and products that can be used for keeping tabs on location, whether it’s tracking a vehicle, cargo, or something else.
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M2M Reduces Liability from Distracted Driving
6/14/2010
You could say with great technology comes great responsibility. Tools such as smartphones have allowed businesses to stay in touch with employees and clients while they are on the go, opening up a whole new world of productivity potential. In fact it would be hard to find a modern business that didn’t rely on mobile phones for its day-to-day operations. However, staying in touch while “on the go” has its downside too.
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Asset Visibility
5/3/2010
Technological advances in M2M (machine-to-machine) have allowed members of numerous vertical industries to see and monitor their resources no matter where they are, or where they’re going—a basic, but crucial component to successful business operations.
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Voice Command for Truckers
4/27/2010
WebTech Wireless, www.webtechwireless.com, Burnaby, Canada, has introduced two new transportation products at the National Private Truck Council’s (NPTC) Annual Convention in Cincinnati, Ohio.
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Hitachi’s Worldwide Fleet Management Solution
4/6/2010
Every business wants to be able to maintain visibility of its equipment and machinery, especially for companies with a wide geographical reach whose operations depend on access to these assets. M2M (machine-to-machine) technology can help those in industries such as mining and construction ensure they can locate vital equipment at any time, from anywhere in the world.
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Managing Drivers and Fleets
3/29/2010
Most everyone thinks they’re a good driver. But a closer look at the statistics tells a much different story: 75% of work-related accidents take place on the road; driving behavior accounts for more than 80% of vehicle crashes; fuel consumption could be reduced by 33% and crash costs by up to 50%; and so on. It’s a shocking waste of precious resources.
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Fleet Management Growth in Europe
3/23/2010
Being able to maintain complete visibility of fleet vehicles is extremely critical for companies in the transportation industry. Despite the current state of the economy, research shows the number of European companies investing in fleet management solutions is increasing and is believed to continue to grow moving forward.
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Carpooling in the Tractor Lane
3/9/2010
When you normally think of carpooling, you envision people in business suits, juggling a cup of coffee, the morning paper, and their briefcase as they pile into a co-worker’s car to head to the office for the day. But that perception of carpooling might be changing.
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