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Some questions to ask when choosing an asset tracking device2018-11-20
A GPS asset tracking device is one that helps you to track not only the location of your assets but also monitor other crucial variables that can help make your work and operations more efficient.

When choosing the right GPS asset tracking device for your business or organization, there are certain considerations that come to mind. Some of these factors may revolve around the cost of implementing asset tracking solutions, usability, tracking capabilities, user experience.

What questions should you keep in mind when choosing GPS asset tracking solutions for your organization?

1.Are you and your organization operating as efficiently as possible concerning asset management? How can an asset management system help you to become more efficient?
2.What kind of information — vehicle, driver behaviors, or environmental factors — do you need to track for your movable or fixed assets?
3.How frequently do the GPS tracking devices update?
4.What size assets are you trying to track? Will a conventional tracking device meet the size requirements of your assets?
5.How easily can you track and monitor the location of your assets in the field? How many vehicles or assets do you need to be able to track individually?
6.If you currently use an asset tracking device, what kind of support or customer service does the vendor provide?
7.How are you tracking preventative maintenance efforts and costs? How can an asset tracking system help you to keep costly repairs to a minimum?
8.What is your current method of tracking asset life cycles?
9.How can a GPS tracking device help you be compliant with industry, state, and national regulations?
10.What experiences have you had with asset theft?
11.How can an asset tracking system make it better?

Many modern GPS tracking devices can track more than just asset locations. They can provide valuable data on:

·How drivers are operating vehicles
·Motion, speed, and acceleration/deceleration rates
·Conditions of your assets
·Asset activation and hours of use
·Temperatures and doors openings/closings
·Tracking whether vehicles or assets are up-to-date on preventative maintenance
·Fuel consumption
·Driver adherence to routes or assigned areas

·Whether clients keep rental assets in areas that are agreed upon in your contract


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