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Capitalize on the Most Valuable Data From Fleet Telematics

by Scott Rasor | Mar 6, 2017
Fleet Management | Risk Management | Technology | Vehicles

Whether operating dump trucks or pickup trucks, most companies with a fleet of more than 25 vehicles have at least entertained the idea of installing telematics devices to help reduce operational costs and improve safety.

Beyond the Bank: Manage Cash Flow with Equipment Financing

by Vernon Tirey | Mar 6, 2017
Business | Equipment | Finance | Heavy Equipment

Equipment is the backbone of business across industries—imagine a moving company without a truck, a bakery without an oven or a demolition contractor without a bulldozer—but purchasing equipment out of pocket is expensive.

Cell Phone vs. Vehicle-Installed GPS Tracking: Get the Right Tools to Track Your Fleet

by GPS Insight | Mar 2, 2017
Equipment

There is a common misconception that vehicle-installed and cell phone GPS tracking systems are practically the same technology, but they are actually very different. It is important to recognize that cell phone tracking information is not the same as what you will receive from vehicle-installed GPS tracking devices. Learn more about the differences and how they impact your bottom line.

Emerging Drone Applications in Heavy/Highway Construction

by Jeffrey McCann | Mar 2, 2017
Business | Drones / UAV’s | Equipment | Heavy Equipment | Risk Management

From bid preparation through project development, completion and maintenance, drones offer ways to speed results and reduce costs on heavy/highway construction projects. However, it's important for contractors to ensure they are operated safely and in compliance with regulatory requirements.

The Number One Way to Ruin Expensive Devices

by Construction Executive | Feb 17, 2017
Equipment | Technology | Tools

Phones charge faster and better using the charger that came with it. Each device has its own power requirements and unique relationship with the charger to ensure a safe and proper charge. Using the right charger provides a faster charge.

4 Major Pain Points You May Not Expect from Fleet Telematics Providers

by GPS Insight | Feb 16, 2017
Equipment

There’s nothing worse than investing money into a Telematics solution only to find out later that it is not what you expected. There are many variables to consider when choosing the best Telematics solution for your business. Some variables you expect, but it is the unexpected ones that can wind up costing you big money and causing headaches.

Find the Best Mobile Construction App in 2017

by Construction Executive | Feb 7, 2017
Equipment | Technology | Tools

As contractors continue to adopt mobile technology and as mobile applications continue to hit the market, they should know that the best applications allow everyone on the project team to access project files, take notes and share them in real-time, email and store responses in one centralized place and more.

Tips to Successfully Implement Mobile Apps

by Construction Executive | Feb 7, 2017
Equipment | Technology | Tools

As mobile apps change the way construction companies do business, contractors just now implementing new mobile apps into their workflow should stress the benefits for the company and employees and to explain clearly how the mobile apps will make employees’ jobs easier.
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