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FMS Frequently Asked
Questions
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Questions...
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1.
Is this system designed to catch our operators doing something
wrong?
2. Why do we need fleet
management like this?
3. How difficult is
it to operate?
4. What are the advantages?
5. How do we implement
such a system?
6. How does this system
work?
7. Who does the installation?
Can these systems be self-installed?
8. Is this system "real-time"
or can it be "real-time" capable?
9. How do we collect
information on vehicles that do not come back to the yard?
10.
What Size of fleet can the system handle? |
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Q.1.
Is this system designed to catch our operators doing something
wrong?
A.
The Pantrack Vehiclel Management System is designed to provide
vehicle information to improve productivity and reduce operating
costs. It is important that this system is used and communicated
as a tool that benefits the company and protects the drivers.
One of the systems major benefits is the collection
of information used for effective risk management, to help
improve operations and enhance safety.
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Q.2.
Why do we need fleet management like this?
A.
This Vehicle management system has been designed to improve
efficiency in all departments by utilizing technology. With
the increase in competition and the rising costs of operation,
fleet operators are looking for ways to better control their
business. This system allows fleet managers to lower operational
costs and provide more streamlined, responsive service to
their customers.
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Q.3.
How difficult is it to operate?
A. This
system requires no driver or operator intervention. The data
collection process is automatic and the storage and transfer
of the information is accomplished via automated wireless
transfer. The only human interface required is the utilization
and interpretation of the data reports.
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Q.4.
What are the advantages?
A.
Better time management for internal staff, increased field
performance and productivity, lower operational costs, predictable
maintenance for vehicles (longer engine life, transmission,
brakes, tires, etc), increased liability protection, lower
risk management costs, and potential insurance savings.
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Q.5.
How do we implement such a system?
A.
After determining your fleets requirements, Pantrack
will develop a system design to meet your operational needs.
Pantrack then drafts an implementation plan and determines
if your fleet requires a phased implementation. If it is determined
that a phased implementation will best suit your application,
Pantrack then establishes and documents baseline measurements
in specific operational areas and optimizes the system design
to meet those needs. Pantrack validates the variable productivity
in these operational areas over a fixed period of time and
implements a strategic approach for the balance of the fleet.
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Q.6.
How does this system work?
A.
The system utilizes the GPS (Global Positioning System) and
defined software to capture vehicle data such as location,
speed, time and other important operational activity. This
data is then downloaded to the Local PC in your office and
is available to the fleet managers in various text and map
report formats via an Internet based application.
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Q.7.
Who does the installation? Can these systems be self-installed?
A.
Pantrack has developed a certified, nationwide installation
and service network, which provides installation and maintenance.
Pantrack Service Specialists are typically involved in the
initial system design, which enables them to become familiar
with your system needs from the beginning. For those companies,
which may have internal installation capabilities Pantrack
offers an on-site installation training course for certification
of qualified technicians.
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Q.8.
Is this system "real time" or can it be "real
time" capable?
A.
The Pantrack Vehicle Management System collects data on a
real time basis and delivers the information in
a relevant manner.
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Q.9.
How do we collect information on vehicles that do not return
to the yard?
A.
The system is designed to retain approximately 10,000 vehicle
events before requiring a download.
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Q.10.
What size of a fleet can the system handle?
A.
The system is scaleable in size to accommodate fleets of 1
to 5,000 vehicles or more. The reporting parameters allow
the user to gather and display information on individual,
or groups of vehicles, depending upon the requirements.
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