Maximize Your Last Mile Fleet Performance Quiz

This brief survey (<15 minutes) will help us compare your use of transportation technologies to that of your peers, to allow you to measure and improve your fleet. You’ll also be helping to keep this study up to date with the latest industry information on technology trends.

Please answer all questions as best you can.

• Short Haul Firmographics
  Approximately how many vehicles are in your fleet?

  1-50

  51-250

  251-1000

  1000+

  What type of operation are you, primarily?

  Private Fleet

  Dedicated/For-Hire

  What vertical or industry do you operate in, primarily

  N/A

  Foodservice

  Beverage

  Industrial Gas

  Medical/Healthcare

  Document Destruction/Records Management

  Paper/Office Supplies

  Janitorial/Sanitation

  Industrial Supply

  Building Supply

  Auto Supply

  Wholesale Distribution

  Other

  What is the average number of stops per route per day?

  N/A

  <5

  6-10

  11-15

  15+

  What is the current way vehicle route planning is performed in your fleet?

  N/A

  Automatic – Vehicle routes are created using a route optimization program

  Manual – Vehicle routes are created by experienced route planners with manual systems and processes

  How would you categorize your technology strategy?

  N/A

  Aggressive – We are actively searching for and implementing any solutions that will help my company.

  Strategic – My company is looking for ways to improve key areas of our operations using technology.

  Passive – My company will implement technology if it makes sense, but is not actively searching for any new solutions.

  How would you describe your route creation process?

  N/A

  Standard Routing – Routes remain largely unchanged from day-to-day

  Next-Day Dynamic Routing – Routes created today for execution tomorrow

  Same-Day Dynamic Routing – Routes created today for execution today

  Hybrid Routing – Mixture of standard and dynamic routing

  Are you currently an Omnitracs customer?

  N/A

  Yes

  No

  If NO, which provider you are currently using?
• Driver Management
  Communications and Training

  Driver Messaging Two-way communication - Send and receive messages to the driver from fleet owner.

  Dispatch – Mobile Device Integration Integrates tracking, scheduling, clock-in/clock-out, and/or dispatch functionality from a mobile device.

  Multi Media Messaging Send rich media such as documents, videos and more through a secure messaging service.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Driver Behavior

  Driving data registration and analysis Analyze average speed, stop duration time and idling time.

  Driver payroll validation Accurately track the number of hours a driver clocks after his scheduled time and link that to payroll.

  Driver Behavior Monitoring - Back Office Reporting Fleet alerts for critical driving events such as harsh braking and acceleration, lane departure, and speeding.

  Driver Behavior Monitoring - In-Cab Reporting Tool which analyses driver’s current driving style in real time and provides direct feedback.

  Driver Scorecard Drivers can see their individual scores for key performance factors, and graded respectively, with an overall aggregated score as the basis for improving skills.

  Integrated Advanced Driver Assistance Systems (ADAS) Integrated with advanced safety systems like lane departure warning, blind spot detection and other safety systems

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Driver Efficiency

  Turn by Turn navigation - Trucking Navigation Navigation application built specifically for the commercial drivers (truck specific routes).

  Real-time Navigation with POIs (Advanced Navigation) Point of interest and dynamic navigation for route optimization.

  In-Cab Scanning and Printing Scanning/printing of important documents inside the cab of the vehicle.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.
• Operations Management
  Fleet Optimization

  Vehicle Tracking Track vehicles anytime and anywhere ; continuously reporting the location of vehicle, providing 24/7 monitoring.

  Route Planning and Scheduling Optimization tool which effectively plans and schedules work order and plan routes.

  Streamlines Scheduling and dispatching Allows fleet to automate routing and scheduling processes based on various customer data, such as sales volume, work schedules and other delivery requirements.

  Mobile Workforce Tracking Tracks and manages employees in and out of the field using dedicated tracking devices or mobile applications.

  Trip Management (Basic Dispatch) Trip planning, monitoring and reporting - Trip-based workflows and reporting for pre-planned routes.

  Automated Carrier Workflow Create custom forms and trip plans - automate communication across the supply chain, from pick up to delivery, also sends order to driver.

  Trip Management (Basic Dispatch) Converts KPI’s and compliance data into actionable information - deliver real-time business data to get information needed to make intelligent business decisions.

  Fuel Card Integration Integration of fuel card usage information to identify anomalies between consumption and purchase.

  Payload Management Load monitoring solution to determine trailer capacity utilization.

  Mobile Device Manager Optimizes the functionality and security of mobile devices to help provide device visibility, corporate security and rapid device/software updates.

  Predictive Analytics Leverage fleet data to identify trends to predict and prevent events such as accidents or driver turnover.

  Dynamic Routing Routing that changes stop order and priorities with changing environmental factors such as schedule, traffic, weather, etc.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Order Management

  Auto Invoicing and Record-Keeping For every order managed through the system, the process is automated from invoicing, billing, taxation are saved and managed in a separate directory.

  Back-office integration with TMS, ERP, and/or WMS Integration of business management software such as TMS, ERP, CRM, HRM etc.

  ERP - Enterprise Resource Planner System to collect, organize, store and report on critical data from across an organization's entire technology ecosystem.

  OMS - Order Management System Order processing, call center management, customer service, inventory and warehouse management, marketing and accounting processes are combined into one resource.

  Proof of delivery Electronically capture and send evidence of load arrival and receipt for the shipper - digital signature, bar code scanner, etc.

  TMS - Transportation Management System Organizes all inbound (procurement/order management) and outbound (shipping) functions between the ERP and order.

  WMS - Warehouse Management System Support and optimize warehouse operations with tasks such as tracking inventory levels and stock locations.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  If YES, what is the name of the ERP you are using?
• Safety, Security and Compliance
  Safety

  Forward-Facing Video Surveillance Continuous recording of activities on the road for safety and accident reconstruction.

  Driver-Facing Video Surveillance Continuous recording of activities inside the cab for safety and accident reconstruction.

  Cargo/Vehicle-Facing Video Surveillance Continuous recording of activities around the vehicle (rear-facing, blind spot, and cargo) for safety and accident reconstruction.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Compliance

  Electronic Hours of Service Logging (ELDs) Work time records, recording drivers' working - Records of driver duty logs and related automation.

  Fuel Tax Automation (IFTA) Calculation of tax owed based on miles driven by state.

  Electronic Vehicle Inspection Reporting (VIR) Records of vehicle condition and related automation.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Security

  Stolen Vehicle Recovery Auto alarm during hijack or when stolen, and intimates the recovery team; peace of mind.

  Fuel Theft Detection Identify a sudden drop in fuel levels which is usually associated to fuel theft.

  Geofencing - Predefined Boundary Alerts Triggers a warning, when the vehicle crosses the boundary.

  Engine Immobilizer Electronic security device fitted to the vehicle that prevents the engine from running unless the correct key (or other token) is present.

  Remote Panic and Emergency Notification Driver can send an emergency alert by pressing a panic button on the dashboard.

  Door Open/Close Monitoring Monitoring/reporting door open/close status using door sensors.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.
• Vehicle Management
  Diagnostics and Maintenance

  Fault Code Monitoring and Reporting Fault code awareness and basic diagnostic reports for fleets to minimize downtime & cost.

  Power Take-Off (PTO) Monitoring Monitor usage of on-board devices that utilize engine or battery power to operate. (Example: snow plows, cement mixer, tow system, etc.)

  Tire Management Fleet tire characteristics monitoring by vehicle.

  Status of Connection Trailer - Vehicle Reporting of trailer connection status with the tractor – tethered/untethered monitoring.

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.

  Vehicle Efficiency

  Truck Maintenance Planning Software which provides automated maintenance schedule of a vehicle to reduce breakdowns.

  Roadside Assistance Complimentary roadside assistance program, drivers can quickly get help in case of a vehicle breakdown.

  C02 footprint - Emission Control Auto calculates carbon footprint for the truck driven.

  Prognostics/Predictive Maintenance Advanced reporting applications that use fleet data to predict and prevent failures.

  Fuel Monitoring and Reporting Monitor fuel consumption on the road and report to back-office for detailed analysis

  Vehicle Over the Air Programming (OTA) Update vehicle systems via WiFi or cellular connections (Software or Firmware updates - SOTA/FOTA).

  Not Applicable Do not use any of the above.
• Company Information
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