There is an ancient Chinese proverb that translates, “Be not afraid of growing slowly, be afraid only of standing still.” What would those Chinese wise men have said in this lightning-fast age of technology?

The quest to make business processes faster, cheaper, and more efficient is relentless these days because of the constant influx of technology-based solutions. But technology itself does not solve business problems. The proper application of technology does. GPS is one of those new-tech solutions.

How GPS Can Address Business Pain Points

How can you know if a GPS system will solve your business “pain points?” And what type of system is right for you? Your information gathering starts with an analysis of your pain points—areas in which your business could be run more efficiently. GPS addresses these points:

Routing

• Locate and reroute drivers in real-time

• Automate dispatching

• Contact drivers more efficiently

• Provide directions and map itineraries

Risk Management

• Monitor and correct problem driving behaviors

• Protect against theft

• Aid stranded drivers

• Eliminate moonlighting and unauthorized vehicle use

• Reduce accidents

Back-Office Processes

• Reduce paperwork (timecards, payroll)

• Reduce overtime

• Enable field workers to access back-office data

Customer Service

• Verify start/stop times

• Update clients on driver location

• Reduce billing errors

• Perform client profitability to man-hours analysis

Maintenance/Fuel

• Automate preventive maintenance schedules

• Alert to engine trouble remotely

• Improve fuel economy

• Cut down on idling

Determining your pain points will help you answer any remaining questions about GPS solutions.