In an increasingly deeper immersion into the world of fleet management, now with the third episode of our web series We are Experts, we highlight the innovations that Golfleet Telemetry brought to the segment.
For this, we counted on our expert consultant Claudia Siqueira, who revealed crucial aspects about the integration of this technology in optimizing fleet operations.
We also had the participation of Edrei Carrenho, from Cargill, and Priscila Cruz, from Mosaic, who shared how they overcame challenges and achieved notable results from the implementation of our telemetry system.
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A paradigm shift in Cargill fleet management
Telemetry led the way to operational efficiency for Mosaic
Innovation, personalization and security for fleet managers
A paradigm shift in Cargill fleet management
Cargill's logistics operation, a giant in the sector, manages a fleet of more than 1.150 vehicles. Edrei Carrenho, the company's fleet specialist, highlights the importance of facing significant challenges in relation to traffic fines and driver behavior.
During our conversation, he highlighted the connection between Brazilians' pleasure in driving at high speeds and the challenges faced by Cargill.
Below, we share some of the highlights from this episode. But, if you prefer:
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“The behavior of a vehicle in a fleet is no different to people who have their own vehicle. There is this urge to walk and run more, and this, for us, as a safety issue, is fundamental”, he highlights.
Within Cargill, safety is an unwavering commitment. Edrei Carrenho mentions the pillars of life savers, where employee safety is addressed from all angles, with an emphasis on the fleet.
Ensuring drivers return home alive and safe is a key priority for the company.
“We immediately noticed a significant reduction in traffic fines. This resulted in a change in driver behavior, directly reflecting on operational safety,” says Carrenho.
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The benefits of implementing the telemetry system for Cargill are three-dimensional. Firstly, there was a substantial reduction in traffic fines due to this behavioral change.
Secondly, the company saw significant savings in fuel consumption, contributing to more efficient operations. The third crucial factor was the improvement in the issue of working hours, with the imposition of limits on dangerous conditions, such as driving at night.
“Small traffic accidents and highway flows are beginning to be reduced, because drivers are beginning to be limited to some rules, not only regarding speed but also behavior.”
Edrei Carrenho emphasizes that Cargill is not just interested in the location of its vehicles or what its drivers are doing, but also in their safety and well-being.
“Drivers are monitored in a different way. Cargill is concerned about whether they are alive and safe inside their vehicles,” she highlights.
Thus, the installation of telemetry equipment brought a sense of control to Cargill drivers. “And having control brings you to a natural setting”, he comments.
The company's fleet specialist describes Golfleet as a paradigm shift, providing not only more safety, but also a vision of fleet management beyond the conventional.
“Within the vision of fleet management, it brought a totally different scenario, with numbers that we did not imagine being able to have as information”, he concludes.
Cargill's experience with Golfleet Telemetry highlights how operational challenges can be transformed into opportunities to improve safety, efficiency and responsibility in fleet management.
Telemetry led the way to operational efficiency for Mosaic
In 2019, Mosaic took a crucial step to improve its operation by taking over Vale Fertilizers' fleet of vehicles. The milestone began a transformation journey, requiring innovation and precise control to deal with the complexity of new assets.
Priscila Cruz, fleet specialist, highlighted the importance of having a robust control platform from the beginning when conducting this process.
After all, the acquisition of new vehicles brought with it the urgent need for operational visibility.
“We no longer have problems with shadow areas or lack of vision regarding the operation”, he highlights. Even in challenging, unpaved regions where technology can face obstacles, Mosaic has achieved efficient operationalization and a comprehensive view of its fleet.
With two different rental providers, Mosaic achieved the feat of integrating 100% of its fleet. However, Priscila Cruz highlights the next step: supply integration.
“It’s not just a question of cost, but of effectively controlling this account to understand the real cost of each vehicle”, he explains.
Mosaic, operating in a sector that requires high security standards, prioritizes integrity in its operations.
“Being on the road constantly puts our employees at risk. The vehicle is their office, just like their computer and cell phone,” she emphasizes, highlighting the constant challenges the team faces.
Therefore, the partnership with Golfleet emerged as a crucial opportunity for the company. Providing not only a more operationalized fleet, but also more effective control and instant visibility.
Priscila Cruz also praised the access format and tools provided by Golfleet Telemetria, highlighting the agility in which these resources accompanied the company's evolution.
He also emphasized that a telemetry system is essential in vehicle management today. “I can’t imagine any other form of control other than telemetry,” he shares.
“The technology allows us to track the vehicle efficiently, something that would be impossible with just eye to eye. But telemetry brought this capability to us.”
In this way, Mosaic's journey is another example of how telemetry integration can be transformative for companies facing significant logistical challenges.
Innovation, personalization and security for fleet managers
In the complex scenario of fleet management, where every detail counts, the right tool can make all the difference. It is in this context that Golfleet Telemetry shines and emerges as a comprehensive solution, offering managers a detailed and strategic view of their operations.
When adopting Golfleet, you are welcomed by an intuitive dashboard that offers a macro view of the operation, presenting the main indicators in a clear and accessible way.
Claudia Siqueira, our specialist consultant, sums up the importance of this aspect very well: “Golfleet is what managers need on a daily basis”.
Our telemetry system is also customizable, so you can personalize your reports according to your needs.
But Golfleet is not limited, of course, to the dashboard. With modules dedicated to maintenance, control of speed per lane and TCO, the platform offers a complete approach to fleet management.
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Furthermore, Claudia Siqueira reinforces the ability to system integration with the main players in the market, providing an even more holistic experience.
Golfleet's dynamism stands out in the possibility of customization. Unlike rigid systems, the tool allows managers to shape their operations according to specific demands.
Priscila Cruz highlights this aspect and one of the highlights of our telemetry system, the Fleet Policy module, a rare feature in similar systems.
Here, managers have the autonomy to manage the fleet's maximum speed, define drivers' working hours and customize these settings for different operations.
This flexibility of Golfleet sets the tool apart and allows for precise adaptation to the needs of each company.
analyzing success cases Like Cargill and Mosaic, we realize that prioritizing a safety culture is the secret to economic success. Priscila reinforces that “working on the safety culture first is what will produce results in the economy”.
Golfleet Telemetry not only anticipates crucial information to avoid fines in the future, but also contributes to improving driver behavior, promoting an integral and solid culture.
Therefore, if you are looking for a tool that is a true strategic partnership for managers looking for these differentiators, Golfleet is the solution.
Our solutions are shaping the past, present and future of fleet management, providing greater operational efficiency and peace of mind in everyday life.
