One of the latest technologies in truck safety are Vehicle tracking systems which use GPS technology to keep track of truck whereabouts. While the benefits for owners are undeniable, as they allow drivers to throw away the paper work sheets and mileage logs that they have had to fill in the past since the GPS tracking system will automatically keep track of all the necessary information. This eliminates a lot of the hassle and keeps the information accurate as well as saves time. For employers and operators tracking systems allow businesses to automate many of the processes which previous involved the tedious recording and filing on paper, which means the business can concentrate on being as efficient as possible.  It also allows you to add schedules and dispatch decisions that are based on the information that is gathered in real time. However administrative benefits are just a few of the advantages of a GPS Tracking System for trucks. While an increase in the trucks productivity and efficiency is definitely a plus, operators who have these fitted also see an increase in customer satisfaction levels and service. Operators are able to obtain accurate data, which allows them to reduce servicing and fuel costs due to the information provided on fuel consumption, driver style and engine load. Problems can be detected and resolved at the source. Because of vehicle tracking systems delivery times can be monitored which results in better supply chain management. It also results in a reduction in insurance premium costs, because most insurance companies provide lower premiums and better deals to trucks with GPS tracking fitted. So the financial benefits are expansive. Another advantage for truck owners is that the technology gives definitive proof of exactly where and when deliveries are made, preventing any disputes over arrival or departure times that often arises.  GPS tracking software greatly reduces the amount of paperwork your drivers have to do freeing up their time to get on with other tasks. Other direct benefits are that your vehicles standing time is reduced and you can dramatically reduce your drivers overtime costs to more effective fleet management. Freeing up more time for drivers means they can meet their deadlines and do not have rush and speed to get to a delivery on time. If they do speed, truck owners can pick up their speeding because of the GPS tracking system. Drivers who face the possibility of being disciplined for speeding, will avoid this dangerous behaviour for fear of their jobs. This is one of the best safety benefits of having a truck fitted with the Tracking system. Another safety benefit of using GPS tracking software is that it can provide higher security levels for the drivers and vehicles in the fleet. These increased safety and security levels allow owners to keep an accurate track of all your vehicles whereabouts at any given time. In the event of an accident, crash or incident the vehicle recognition feature in the tracking system enables you to prevent any unauthorised usage and can identify the vehicle if necessary. Owners can also detect when the vehicle is not in motion for a long, suspicious period of time and can call and check with drivers what’s wrong. Most tracking systems have the capability of providing a full comparative analysis of the driver’s effectiveness behind the wheel and can be reported on. From the data produced by a GPS tracking system and data from an accident or crash can be provided if necessary in the case of a dispute or claim. Summary of Benefits Reduction in Fuel Costs – Tracking vehicles prevents excessive idling, speeding and personal vehicle use. It also helps to improve routing and helps the average fleet reduce fuel costs substantially. Lowered labour costs – Monitoring drivers helps decrease employee costs and time card abuse. Increased productivity and profits – Companies are able to get more work done in a work day. An increase in work orders means an increase in income. Improvement in customer service – Tracking vehicles with a GPS fleet management system allows companies to perform better for their customers. Enhanced safety and security – Our GPS fleet vehicle tracking system allows users to track unsafe driving and personal use of fleet vehicles. Better fleet supervision – GPS vehicle tracking allows managers to keep better control of their drivers’ activities. Reduced effect on the environment – due to less fuel being used, less greenhouse gas is emitted. Immediate investigation when an incident is suspected – Owners are able to investigate incidents and alerts timeously as soon as they notice an irregularity. This also allows them to find out why a delivery was not made  Optimisation of routes and schedules – also positively affects the productivity and income. In addition, by being alerted to unusual events, action can be taken to prevent an incident from disrupting operations or developing into a situation that is difficult to control. The Chain of Responsibility legislature divides responsibility among all members of the supply chain, a GPS tracking system is effective in identifying which part of the chain needs attention in order to avoid safety issues and costly fines. Also when an incident does occur, this technology assists in identifying where in the chain, responsibility for the incident should be allocated.