• November 21, 2019

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How IoT Reduces Costs and Saves Lives

In the previous five articles, we’ve learned that the Internet of Things (IoT) is becoming an empowering force in the day-to-day operations for a variety of companies around the world. From commercial refrigeration, first responders, and control houses and equipment shelters to facility management and smart buildings, IoT is transforming the way organizations and businesses manage their equipment and facilities. In this final article, we’ll explore how IoT solutions can allow fleet managers to do their jobs more efficiently while cutting costs at the same time.

Business owners as well as supply and logistics stakeholders lean heavily on fleet managers to maintain fleet inventory and manage drivers, all while cutting costs. These many components which make up fleet management present ample opportunity to capture data through IoT solutions. A recent article from IoT For All dove into some of these opportunities.

If you are worried about your drivers’ safety and meeting safety regulations, invest in IoT solutions for predictive weather analytics to receive real-time weather updates and in-cab analytics, ensuring your fleet is driving responsibly and efficiently. If you want to maintain the longevity of your vehicles while cutting costs, look into IoT solutions for preventative vehicle maintenance to receive data on tire pressure, vehicle battery, and engine health as well as remote asset maintenance, allowing you to monitor the health of those assets for which you may not have regular physical access or updates. Finally, if you want to reduce your fleet’s carbon footprint, invest in IoT solutions for reduced idle time of assets, ensuring your fleet is only burning fuel when necessary.

IoT solutions serve to move the industry towards connected fleets. Connecting your fleet makes your drivers better, your budget tighter, and your vehicles safer. All this will make your job easier!

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