Understanding Fleet Telematics Data

Your GPS system collects massive amounts of data.Here's how to turn that data into actionable insights.

Types of Data Collected

Location Data

- Real - time position
    - Historical routes
        - Stop locations and duration
            - Geofence events

Vehicle Data

- Speed
- Engine RPM
    - Fuel level
        - Odometer readings
            - Diagnostic codes

Driver Behavior

- Harsh braking events
    - Rapid acceleration
        - Sharp cornering
            - Speeding incidents
                - Idle time

Key Reports to Monitor

Daily Operational Reports

- Active vehicles
    - Miles driven today
        - Current locations
            - Alerts triggered

Weekly Management Reports

- Total fleet miles
    - Fuel consumption
        - Driver rankings
            - Maintenance due

Monthly Executive Reports

- Cost per mile
    - Fleet utilization
        - Safety trends
            - ROI metrics

Turning Data into Action

Pattern Recognition

Look for: - Recurring route inefficiencies - Consistent problem drivers - Maintenance patterns - Fuel consumption anomalies

Benchmarking

Compare:

• Driver to driver
  • Vehicle to vehicle
    • Week to week
      • Route to route

Root Cause Analysis

When problems occur, ask:

• Is this a training issue ?
  • Is this a vehicle issue ?
    • Is this a route issue ?
      • Is this a policy issue ?

Common Mistakes

** 1. Data Overload **
    Focus on key metrics, not everything.

** 2. No Action ** Data without action is worthless.

** 3. Punitive Use Only ** Also use data for positive recognition.

** 4. Lack of Context ** Consider external factors affecting performance.

** Data is only valuable if you use it to make better decisions.**