Telematics and GPS Navigation » freight tracking http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles Telematics and vehicle fleet tracking and related tracking systems Fri, 16 Jul 2010 06:51:34 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.9.2 en hourly 1 Container Shipping & Freight Tracking Online Support http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/2010/04/17/container-shipping-freight-tracking-online-support/ http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/2010/04/17/container-shipping-freight-tracking-online-support/#comments Sun, 18 Apr 2010 01:54:17 +0000 admin http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/?p=77 This article talks a bit about the history of GPS becoming part of the Freight tracking solution that shipping companies can provide their customers.  In today’s world, with the amount of shipping that is occurring, there is a lot of opportunity for lost  and stolen cargo.  This is a shorter article that gives an idea, but it is interesting none the less.  In any aspect, it is the software that makes the difference in how beneficial the tracking system is.

Stop the ambiguity

You have just placed an order online for a costly antique Swiss knife set. The site says the product will be shipped in 15 to 20 days. However it’s been over a month now and there is still no sign of the product! Are you in a fix now wondering whatever happened to your order? If so, then an effective container shipping and tracking system can eliminate all the guesswork and anxiety you feel. Now you can know the what, where and how of shipment and never have to wonder when your product will reach you!

GPS infused

Today many shipping lines have begun to infuse GPS capabilities into their cargo shipping and tracking mechanisms. This enables them to effectively and accurately detect the route and deliveries of products across the globe. Although the price is on the steeper side, the results are definitely worth any investments made.

For starters, fleet managers are in a better position to identify if a trailer is ready to return back for service or not. Secondly, both the container cargo company as well as the customer know exactly where the cargo has been kept. So there is absolutely no vagueness or worry about the shipment transaction. Overall, it saves time, effort and raises productivity dramatically. Right from providing critical information about door openings, tractor identification, load status and plenty of other information, all cargo shipping should ideally have GPS tracking systems installed.

How to track

The way it works is that as soon as a product gets dispatched, the shipping lines will carry a unique freight identification number on them. As a customer you can log into the site and key in the freight identification number to track where your cargo currently is. All modern container tracking methods contain information about virtually all aspects of the shipment. Right from where the cargo is at present, to what time it got picked up and where its subsequent destination is – you can chalk out the entire route of your cargo! Most cargo shipping companies employ reputed logistic providers for all their transportation requirements. This way delivery is always on time, maybe even before the due date! Plus you always know exactly which day you will receive your cargo!

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INTTRA, has launched INTTRA Act Track and Trace 2.0, a next generation, Web-based container tracking application for shippers and freight forwarders to quickly and easily track in-transit containers.

Publish Date: 01/24/2010

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]]> http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/2010/04/17/container-shipping-freight-tracking-online-support/feed/ 1 Air Freight Tracking – What is It? http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/2010/03/28/air-freight-tracking-what-is-it/ http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/2010/03/28/air-freight-tracking-what-is-it/#comments Sun, 28 Mar 2010 16:51:56 +0000 admin http://totaltelematics.com/telematicsarticles/?p=46 Telematics and tracking seem to go hand in hand.  There are many types of tracking beyond vehicle tracking.  One of these types is air freight tracking.  While most cargo seems to go by ship, some cargo needs to get to it’s destination much more quickly.  What kinds of tracking systems need to be in place for air freight cargo?  This article discusses what air freight tracking is and what kinds of services it can provide customers who make use of it.  You will also read about some of the companies that provide these services.  Read on for more info.


Air freight tracking is a service that is provided by many air freight companies in order for their customers to have the information relating to where their freight is at any one time from the moment it leaves their location to the moment it arrives at its destination.

Many people are able to visit the freight company’s site and just by entering your waybill details you should be able to have the exact location of where your package is at that time.

However if you carried out a search of the internet by keying in “air freight tracking” you will find a myriad of sites listed who can find out where your goods are by you either keying in your way bill details or just by clicking on the Air Freight Company that is transporting your goods for you.

There are many companies around the world suggest as UPS who are a single source provider and they can provide people with instant access to their world wide network by allowing them to use their advanced air freight tracking and visibility system which will help people to manage their shipments from departure to delivery.

There are also a number of companies who offer a software package which many sites use for people to enter their air freight in order to track their goods. Below are details of one such package.

Magaya Live Track is the most revolutionary software product on the market today and it allows people to track cargo that is moved by companies that are part of the Magaya Network worldwide. This software allows you to view information such as pick up orders, warehouse receipts and cargo releases (very important for those who have strict deadlines they need to meet) immediately on line. As well as this they can view and print all the documentation that relates to their cargo in a clear and accurate format.

Whilst another company that offers air freight tracking is Trackweb which was set up in order to allow users to have access to the various websites of air freight carriers and shipping company websites and leads you straight to their specific tracking page. All the links they provide are direct to the companies tracking pages and can be accessed easily from any PC.

However, it is important to remember that when you are using an air freight tracking service you will need to provide details of either the waybill or invoice number in order to find out where your cargo is.

Evert DuToit is a writer and website publisher from Pittsburgh, PA. For more information about the air freight industry [http://airfreight.information-pages.biz], and air freight tracking [http://airfreight.information-pages.biz/eyes-on-your-package-with-air-freight-tracking.php], visit us at airfreight.information-pages.biz.

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Publish Date: 03/26/2010 15:17


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Their telematics related services come into play in their global services division. Here they offer Roadway expedited ocean service, Global freight forwarding, Inland transportation, Global logistics services, Global trade management expertise, and Supply chain management. They have offices in Asia, Europe and North and South America. Their website provides online tracking capabilities and other customer service options that support the customer in initiating and managing their freight shipments. If you are a first time shipper, the site has a step by step process to follow with appropriate documents and tools along the way to assist the shipper in having a successful experience.

Their subdivision, Roadway Reverse Logistics handles the management of product returns for remanufacturing, redistribution, cleaning, and/or disposal. This includes a number of telematics related services such as, Return transportatin management, Asset recovery management, Customized return processing, Redistribution services, Transportation services and Information visibility.

Roadway freight tracking can be found at roadway.com

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A major challenge for all fleet operators, whatever industry sector they operate in, is how to manage drivers, vehicles and other mobile assets when they are “out on the road” and effectively out of sight.

Telematics-based vehicle tracking and fleet management solutions, that utilize GPS (Global Positioning System) satellite technology, give vehicle and equipment operators control over their assets and employees, in a way never thought possible only a few years ago. Maximum optimization isn’t the impossible dream that it once was, and businesses can now see at a glance exactly where their assets are and co-ordinate and protect them far more effectively.

MAKING IT WORK FOR YOU
Despite what some might tell you, vehicle tracking technology cannot be all things to all people, and installing a system won’t immediately solve all transport-related problems or optimise a vehicle operation overnight. Promises of data on every aspect of your fleet won’t help you either unless there is an effective means to transfer this into knowledge.

Not many companies in the telematics field are making money today – a major proportion of service providers go bust within the first two years of business. The field is overdue a shakeout and we will definitely see some consolidation in this sector. Make sure when you are selecting a supplier that it has a good track record, an excellent reputation and, not least, a sound balance sheet

Choosing a vehicle tracking system takes careful consideration. It is about businesses knowing what they really want, not just now, but also in the future. Focusing on what realistically can be achieved is essential, but businesses need to understand that their requirements will change, so any telematics solutions has to possess the flexibility to evolve and adapt to these changing needs.

Furthermore, no two businesses possess the same needs, so it is critical to select a solution that can be tailored to specific requirements. Imagine the varying needs amongst electrical contractors with every single one having individual requirements and operating with different working practices.

For example, protecting vehicles and assets against theft requires different functionality than a work flow management and job scheduling solution, but a vehicle tracking system needs to possess the flexibility to handle both should this be needed. It is worth considering the benefits of selecting a partner that can develop a bespoke tracking solution rather than procuring an off-the-shelf device that may lack sufficient adaptability and expandability.

To best utilize a vehicle tracking solution, there needs to be substantial levels of commitment from both the telematics service provider and the fleet operator itself. This doesn’t just mean financially, company’s need to also set aside some resource to develop and manage the process. A company also needs to communicate openly with all its stakeholders – whether this is directors, employees, drivers, customers or suppliers – to ensure everyone understands the reasoning for the solution and the potential benefits.

Vehicle tracking and telematics systems can fundamentally change the way companies do business, and if it doesn’t then the solution is not working. What is needed is clearer thinking to define what will add value to a business and how companies can work smarter using the knowledge that this technology offers.

Digicore is a leading provider of telematics and vehicle tracking in the UK. Visit http://www.digicore.co.uk for more info.

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