To begin, let's look at the existing definitions in this market, which are those of tracking, vehicle monitoring, and telemetry solutions. To collect information, these solutions need to be connected, from the equipment to the software and vehicles.
Tracking is the most common service, where through connectivity it is possible to track the location of a vehicle and/or fleet in real time.
Vehicle monitoring, in addition to tracking via connectivity, allows the system to provide data such as the vehicle's position, direction of travel, and speed, making it possible to understand how the vehicle is being used and, most importantly, to define driver behavior patterns.
On the other hand, while tracking and monitoring services aim to locate vehicles and promote fleet control and management, telemetry is a vehicle driving management tool, as it uses functions from tracking systems, also through connectivity, in conjunction with more robust equipment.
As technology advances, the number of connected vehicles also increases:
Of the approximately 44 million vehicles circulating in the country, according to data from Sindipeças – National Union of the Component Industry for Motor Vehicles, or 98 million registered with Denatran – National Traffic Department, approximately only 2,6 million have a monitoring system and tracking.
It is not new that the growth of connectivity has changed the way companies relate to their customers and their market, technology is increasingly present in the daily lives of people and companies, acting as an ally in increasing the productivity and cost reduction.
Within this scenario, in Brazil, the search for tracking services and connectivity solutions for fleet management, in addition to strategic factors, is due to the concern with the high rate of theft and loss.
As it is a protection and security service, the tracking branch tends to record significant growth rates and is presented as a good option to undertake during periods of crisis.
Furthermore, according to global research institutes and consultancies such as Gartner, among the main trends that will impact the tracking market, the Internet of Things (IoT) will be the protagonist this time.
What is possible to do using connectivity and what are the trends for the sector in the coming months? See below:
device autonomy
One of the trends that may gain strength in the vehicle tracking segment would be autonomous devices, drones, robots and even autonomous vehicles for transporting cargo.
intelligent routing
Routing, an essential item for tracking, could be more optimized and intelligent, adding more productivity to drivers through the use of connectivity. In addition to preventing robbery and theft, reducing travel time and increasing driver and cargo safety, it ensures end customer satisfaction.
delivery anticipation
It is believed that with the advancement of technology and fleet management models, deliveries will be anticipated. Using the previously mentioned trends, transport time is potentially reduced, being a great scenario for companies that deal directly with deliveries.
smart truck
Connected vehicles such as trucks that improve safety and connectivity between driver, company and tracking. The motivation is to apply automatic steering to optimize transportation.
And what are the benefits of applying telemetry solutions through connectivity? See some of them below:
Real-time tracking
The possibility of monitoring each movement of your fleet in real time, bringing a more agile and assertive management in decision making.
Reduced costs
Preventive vehicle maintenance significantly reduces fleet management costs . By performing maintenance on schedule, the transport company avoids having trucks out of service, lost freight, and the purchase of unforeseen parts.
With telemetry, it is possible to plan periodic maintenance, reducing the wear of parts. It not only solves problems but generates long-term results.
Driver journey control
The technology makes it possible to improve the performance of fleets, by monitoring the driving of each driver, making it possible to control downtime, overtime and driver posture, creating desired behavior patterns and identifying signs of dangerous driving, such as sudden stops and high-speed traffic. At this point, with the integration between the truck and the company, the manager can contact the driver when he notices an unforeseen event.
After analyzing the data, it is possible to understand how promising this market is and how the use of connectivity can bring many benefits.
And in practice, how is the application of connectivity Arqia on Golsat telemetry devices?
Wireless communication devices are installed in vehicles, and through the central panel, which uses connectivity, information is sent to fleet managers. With ARQIA SIM cards implemented in GolSat devices, it is possible to monitor each vehicle in the fleet, allowing the Monitoring Center to receive information in real time and activate security protocols with greater accuracy and speed.
