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Glossary of GPS Fleet Tracking TermsVehicle GPS Tracking System An electronic device installed in a vehicle. The devices enables tracking of the vehicle's location. Most use GPS. GPS vehicle tracking helps police track down stolen cars. Some services also allow real-time tracking using desktop or web software, so that fleet owners can track the position and speed of their vehicles. Active GPS Fleet Tracking Active GPS devices relay location, speed, heading and other data, usually via a cellular modem, in real time or near real time. Passive GPS Fleet Tracking Passive GPS vehicle tracking uses a device that stores location, speed, heading and other data for later download and use. Common uses for GPS tracking GPS fleet tracking: Fleet operators use vehicle tracking for routing, dispatch and security. Stolen Vehicle Recovery: Companies outfit vehicles with GPS units so that the police can track and recover stolen vehicles. Asset Tracking: Some companies use GPS tracking to monitor expensive equipment and assets that are in transit. Field Service Management: Companies with a field service workforce for servicessuch as repair or maintenance, use GPS vehicle tracking to make best use of field workers' time,schedule customer visits and operate more efficiently. Global PositioningSystem (GPS) The Global Positioning System, usually called GPS, is a network of more than 24 GPS satellites. These satellites broadcast timing signals, via radio, to GPS receivers. These signals allow a variety of devices to pinpoint their location, regardless of weather or location. Click here to return to the Information Library |
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