GPS Tracking Helps Monitor Plumbers
Many people embrace every advance in technology and put whatever new object is out there on their wish list as a “must have.”
For people that work in the plumbing industry, there is one high-tech gadget that is truly a “must have.” It’s a Global Positioning System (GPS) tracking system.
Every day there are products introduced in the market to entice techno-savvy consumers and business people. They do something faster, they have better features or they are a better value. The same holds true in the case of vehicle tracking techniques.
LandAirSea recently introduced a new real-time GPS tracking system to market, with highly advanced technical ability. The Victoria is a superior GPS tracking solution for personal tracking of children or patients; and for ordinary consumer use such as trip logging. But a place where this GPS device shines in particular is a commercial setting.
GPS fleet tracking systems are used by many plumbing executives for monitoring in-the-field workers and to uncover and eliminate inefficiencies. According to “Plumbing & Mechanical Magazine,” which monitors the U.S. plumbing industry, there are about 120,000 plumbing and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) vehicles on the streets at any point in time. The magazine estimated that one in four of those plumbing vehicles is monitored by GPS tracking.
That’s an impressive statistic, considering GPS tracking has only been in general consumer use for about 10 years.
How GPS Tracking Works
The Global Positioning System consists of more than 24 GPS satellites orbiting the earth. Satellites transmit radio signals, which are received by GPS receivers or monitoring centers. Once the signals are received by a GPS receiver, it’s easy to track the movement of the vehicle. Details like location, direction and speed of the object are recorded at regular intervals. GPS tracking systems use satellite modem technology, cellular GPRS or radio waves for transmitting the details to monitoring centers where data is basically downloaded and recorded. A cellular data communications system is most commonly used and most cost-effective.
The Growing Importance of GPS Tracking Systems
Many plumbing company owners might complain that they’re seeing their profits disappear down the toilet. Maybe it’s because managers are being lax and they are simply trusting their employees to work hard and tell the truth. This attitude might be admirable but, especially in today’s economy, it is not practical. Plumbing companies with large workforces and large fleets are presented with technical challenges that modern GPS tracking technology solves. At one time, GPS vehicle tracking devices were only used to monitor a vehicle’s movements. Today, many new avenues are open to the business owner. GPS tracking units can be attached to anything that moves, including equipment, people, and many other assets.
GPS Tracking Systems Increase Plumber’s Efficiency
Through GPS tracking, one can easily access an almost-unlimited supply of detailed information about certain vehicles, and the drivers behind the wheel.
Plumbers have to be “on their toes” around the clock. Because they deal in emergencies, they might be called out to work at any hour and they have to move frequently from one place to another. This might require the worker to take his company vehicle home with him. How could the boss be sure that his employee isn’t moonlighting with the company car and equipment?
Many times, a plumber might need a certain part, or some extra help, which is not readily available. By using a GPS tracking system like the LandAirSea Victoria, someone at headquarters could easily identify the exact location of the plumber and dispatch help within minutes. A relief driver and vehicle could be arranged, using the shortest possible route.
GPS tracking systems allow companies to monitor the working activities of plumbers or drivers in an efficient manner. GPS data collected includes route taken, the number of stops, location and duration of each stop, sped at which vehicle is moving and miles driven. Managers can use this information to eliminate wasted trips, cut down on fuel consumption and maybe add more stops into a work shift.
Invasion of Privacy?
Most company owners who use GPS tracking use reasonable care. They are not interested in their employee’s personal lives and activities off-hours. They are merely monitoring their own assets.
Will employees feel they are not being trusted and that their employer is analyzing their every move? Perhaps at first. But GPS tracking also has benefits to employees. GPS tracking data could help workers with expense reports, invoicing, inventory and time cards. When there is a dispute with a customer – such as a claim the laborer didn’t show up or exaggerated his time spent on site – GPS tracking will have the proof. The boss would not be forced to take sides. If a driver goes to court for an automobile accident or a moving violation, the truth will come out in the GPS tracking report.
GPS fleet tracking also helps drivers make their calls on time. It helps dispatchers better estimate arrival times, leading to better customer service. Eventually that will result in increasing profit margins for the company.
Companies employing plumbers as their main workforce are using GPS tracking systems like the LandAirSea Victoria GPS Tracking System to increase the productivity of the workers and the profitability of the business.
GPS tracking systems are easily obtainable through the online market. Interested buyers are advised to compare quality and price. Make sure there is as company representative accessible to answer questions about installation, operation and data analysis.
Consider how a vehicle tracking system can be used on your plumbing fleet to produce effective business results. Many small, mid- and large-size companies are using them to monitor the daily activities of their plumbers and find the exact location of their vehicles – almost instantly.
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