Top 3 Ways to Save Money with GPS Tracking Systems

GPS trackers can help your business save money.

The fragile global economy has businesses everywhere looking for smarter, more frugal ways to manage their operations.  And, we’re happy to report that GPS tracking systems are fitting the bill for cutting costs, and increasing bottom lines.  Here are our Top 3 Ways to Save Money with GPS trackers. 

Catch a Break at the Pump:  Have you noticed that the price of gas is on the rise yet again?  It happens every year- with the advent of the  travel season comes the rise in fuel costs.  GPS trackers are a great strategy for fuel conservation in your business, because they allow you to more closely monitor the location of your vehicles, help dispatchers select the best response vehicles and routes of travel, and deter your staff from using your vehicles when they shouldn’t be.

Accomplish More with Fewer Resources:  Are the repetitive daily tasks of running your business consuming your work day, and preventing you from getting to those long-awaited, but rarely accomplished projects? With GPS trackers and GPS tracking software you can reduce the monotonous daily workload on your staff, giving them the time they need to focus on more important projects.  For example, GPS tracking software can automatically generate vehicle mileage reports and detailed staff logs. 

Make Your Customers Smile: Perhaps the very best way to save money in today’s economy is to avoid the loss of customers to others.  By adding GPS tracking to your business shipments, you’ll be able to provide your customers with real-time information regarding their shipments and estimated delivery times- a great way to improve your customer service.  Your customers will surely appreciate the added convenience, and will reward you with their loyalty.

For more information on improving the way your do business with the help of GPS tracking systems, please visit www.trackingtheworld.com .

GPS Trackers Lead to Speedy Recovery of 2 Stolen Vehicles

GPS trackers often allow authorities to quickly find stolen vehicles.

GPS trackers for vehicles prove–time and time again– to be one of the most effective options available for protecting your automobiles.  KCTV in Kansas City reported just yesterday that police recovered two stolen vehicles, a new pickup truck and an SUV, in a matter of 90 minutes after they were taken from their husband and wife owners by thieves who followed the victims home from a carwash. Turns out, one of the vehicles was a equipped with a GPS tracking system which ultimately led police to both of the vehicles, and the suspects.  Read the entire article here.

If your business or personal vehicles aren’t equipped with GPS trackers, you’re missing out one one of the most cost-effective ways to protect some of your most valuable assets.  With a variety of choices and manyselections in the $300-$400 range, a minimal investment can greatly increase your chances of a fast recovery, or perhaps even deter a thief altogether.  Today’s GPS trackers can be a stand alone units tossed in a glove box or attached to a car via a magnetic case, or hard-wired into the vehicle’s battery.  And, thanks to sophisticated GPS tracking software, you can track your assets in amazing, real-time detail. 

For more information about protecting your vehicles with real time  GPS tracking systems, please visit TrackingTheWorld.Com.

GPS Trackers Used to Study Navigation of Pigeons

GPS trackers are helping scientists understand the navigation abilities of pigeons.

We’re always interested to see just how GPS technology is being used to improve the world we live in.   So, here’s an interesting tidbit to add to your latest list of GPS tracking news headlines….

GPS trackers were recently used to study the brain patterns of pigeons as they navigate in different environments.  The study yielded some interesting facts that showed pigeons are actually quite similar to humans in the way they utilize landmarks and recognize others.

To conduct the study, scientists utilized EEG machines and GPS trackers (fitted to the heads of the birds) to study the brain waves of pigeons in correlation with their precise location.  Turns out, pigeons think a little harder in demanding city environments and relax a little more in wide open spaces.–  This is quite similar to humans paying more attention when we’re driving in the city, and letting things slide a little when we’re out on a lonely highway.  The study also indicated that pigeons use landmarks as guides and recognize other pigeon colonies, qualities which are very similar to human behavior.

Now that we’ve covered bird business, maybe it’s time to take a look at the navigation habits of your business.    Did you know that GPS trackers can help you manage your business in a highly effective and efficient manner?  Don’t let your profits go to the birds…check out GPS tracking systems at TrackingTheWorld.

Farmers Going High-Tech with GPS Trackers

Farmers are using GPS trackers to reduce waste and increase yields.

In today’s uncertain economic environment, nearly every business is having to re-evaluate the way they do business.  And, it looks like the business of farming is no exception.  According to a recent Columbus Dispatch news article, farmers are turning to GPS trackers to help them farm more efficiently, and get more from every dollar they invest in equipment, seeds, and field treatments.  Here’s how farmers are using GPS trackers every day:

Reduce Waste:  GPS trackers are helping farmers reduce the “overlapping” in fields that sometimes occurs due to human error.  Reducing overlapping means that there’s much less waste of seeds, field treatments, and fuel over the course of a day’s work.  This is achieved through automated steering systems, which range in sophistication levels and price.

Better Results: Some farmers are using GPS technology to help them determine which parts of each of their fields are performing the best and the worst–the process is known as yield mapping. This lets them know which parts of the field need more of their effort to produce the desired results. 

Less Fatigue:  Farmers using GPS tracking systems report less fatigue thanks to automated steering systems powered by GPS technology.  This allows them to accomplish more with every work day.   

With farmers feeling the economic crunch, and significant pressure to produce more with less, farming with GPS is on the rise.   According to the Columbus Dispatch article,  about 30 percent of the acres farmed in North America use GPS tracking technology.

For more information about how you can use GPS trackers to improve the way you do business, visit TrackingTheWorld.

Memphis Set to Launch 2,000 GPS Trackers for Convicts on Bail

GPS Trackers are helpful in preventing and solving crimes.

Several weeks ago we blogged about the city of memphis and surrounding counties preparing to track criminals with the help of GPS trackers.  According to this recent article , the project is moving along.

Officials have selected real time GPS trackers, so they can see where each offender is at any given moment using GPS tracking software and an Internet connection.  Staff working from the “Real Time Crime Center” will be responsible for monitoring the locations of those wearing the bracelet-style GPS trackers. 

Currently, only around 300 GPS trackers are deployed, so plans to expand the program to 2,000 GPS trackers will be a considerable increase.  The program will also include some offenders in some Arkansas and Mississippi counties. One goal of the program is to reduce crimes committed by repeat offenders.  When a crime occurs, officials will immediately be able to determine is someone currently out on bail was in the area.

Did you know that the same technology being used to reduce crime in Memphis can help you run your business more efficiently?  Check out GPS trackers at  TrackingTheWorld for expert advice on cutting-edge GPS tracking technology for your business.

Go Green: Run Your Business with GPS Trackers

GPS Trackers Can Help Your Business Go Green

Paperless offices, hybrid cars, tax incentives for efficiency….seems like the whole world is turning a very bright shade of green.  Beyond the obvious benefits of lending Mother Nature a hand, running a green business can save you money, especially if you use GPS trackers. Here’s how:

Hear that Guzzling Sound?  It’s probably all that fossil fuel your fleet is gulping down every single day.  Equipping all your vehicles with GPS trackers, and using fleet tracking software, can easily help you determine the very best routes of travel for all your daily business needs, and boost your fuel conservation efforts.  By knowing where all your drivers are at once, you can avoid unnecessary mileage, and wasted fuel. 

Paper, Paper Everywhere!:  If you’re office is dominated by large stacks of unorganized paperwork, GPS trackers can help you reduce it.  From mileage reports, to tracking service calls, GPS tracking systems can help you electronically organize all the important data you need to run your business effectively.  And, you’ll eliminate some very time-consuming and tedious tasks, giving your staff more time to get to the important things.

 Many businesses find that GPS trackers literally pay for themselves through fuel conservation and added efficiency.  Don’t forget to check with your insurance company to see if your provider offers discounts for vehicles equipped with GPS trackers.  For more information, please visit www.trackingtheworld.com.

In Case You Missed It: GPS Magazine Reviews Enduro GPS Tracker

We started this blog in June, but we want to make sure all of our readers saw the April review of the Enduro GPS tracker by GPS Magazine, a great resource for GPS reviews.  With an overall verdict of “fantastically small, accurate and power efficient” we’re quite pleased with the results. In case you haven’t read it yet…here’s what they had to say about Enduro GPS trackers.

Among the many positive comments about the Enduro in the review, is that the Enduro is rugged and feels “well made”.  We’d like to second that by letting you know that Enduro GPS trackers are specifically designed to hold up to the wear and tear of every day use,  even in extreme weather conditions.  It’s waterproof too.

The GPS Magazine reviewer had some great things to say about the efficiency of the Enduro GPS tracking system.  The Enduro battery lasts 5-10 days depending on the settings chosen by the user, and there’s also an optional extended life battery pack available for long term, unatteneded tracking–up to 6 months.   You can read more about the Enduro and battery pack here. 

Accessories: Thanks to GPS Magazine for detailing the accessories available for the WorldTracker Enduro. With optional GPS accessories like an extended battery pack, magnetic mount, and carrying case (included), The WorldTracker Enduro can be used for covert GPS tracking operations, personal safety, fleet tracking, and more.  Click to read the full GPS Magazine review.

GPS Tracking News Updates

Read below for the latest in GPS tracking news.

Just about every day we scour the news headlines looking for the latest on GPS tracking systems and GPS software…and the results are endless!  From thefts averted, to innovative new uses for GPS tracking technology, we’ve found it all.  Here’s a sampling of some of the recent headlines we’ve found.

Ring, Ring:  After a Corpus Christi woman was robbed of her purse and GPS cell phone, she used GPS tracking software to assist police in recovering them. While the police were at the home of the alleged thief, they instructed the woman to call the phone.  When they heard the phone ringing, they recovered it and returned it to the owner.  See article here.

Hands-Free, Please:  Some New Jersey lawmakers have introduced a bill to ban the manual use of GPS tracking systems in cars.  Similar to cell phone and texting bans, the bill would require hands-free operation of GPS tracking units while driving….meaning that you’d have to pull over for manual programming. Read source article.  But, what about the crazy folks who try to maneuver the freeway while consuming a giant bacon double cheeseburger?

More Power for Enduro GPS Users:  In TrackingTheWorld company news, the extended battery pack for the rugged Enduro GPS tracking system is now available.  The GPS battery pack is housed in an ultra-tough Pelican case, and will allow for up to 6 months of continuous use of the Enduro GPS tracker.

Japan Considering GPS Tracking Systems to Combat Swine Flu

Can GPS tracking systems help prevent the spread of Swine Flu?

There’s no question that GPS trackers can help you protect your vehicles, and your loved ones, plus help your business save fuel and money.  But- can they prevent the spread of swine flu?  Officials in Japan want to find out.  According to an ABC News Australia article, Japan health officials are considering tracking the population via cell phones equipped with GPS trackers, which would give them the ability to notify individuals who have crossed paths with someone who has the virus. 

The idea, which reportedly was in the works before the recent Swine Flu outbreak, is set to undergo testing among some Japanese students next month…but will only include “virtually” infected people, not anyone who actually has the virus.  The concept of using GPS tracking systems to track populations even for the purpose of preventing illness has stirred up plenty of controversy. 

Some think the amount of data generated by such a project will be impossible to manage effectively…considering that millions of GPS trackers would be required to track an entire population.  And, there’s the problem of reliability.  In order for the project to provide reliable data, people would need to carry their GPS trackers every minute of the day. 

Privacy advocates have also weighed in on the issue. The idea of using GPS tracking systems on a population-wide scale would probably face harsh criticism in many countries around the globe . But, apparently the concept has not faced that kind of opposition in Japan.  In the original article, one source cited Japan’s love for using technology as a reason for being receptive to such an idea.

GPS Tracker Recovers Ambulance After Crook’s Joyride

GPS trackers are often used in ambulances to help crews find addresses in emergencies.

If you’re going to steal an ambulance, make sure it’s not equipped with a GPS tracker.  That was a lesson learned by one Kansas City, Missouri thief today after he was arrested for stealing an ambulance from a hospital parking lot while the crew was inside the hospital. 

According to a FOX Channel 4 news article, a MAST crew member reported that GPS tracking systems are frequently used within their ambulances to assist medics in finding addresses during emergencies.  But, this time, the company’s use of GPS trackers and GPS tracking software came in handy for finding the stolen ambulance.

The alleged crook allegedly crashed the ambulance before it was recovered, resulting in more than $100K in damage, and injuries which resulted in a legitimate trip in ambulance… not a joyride….ouch.  See the entire article here.

GPS trackers provide an affordable way of protecting your automobiles, and heavy equipment from theft.  With the aid of fleet tracking software, you can track all of your assets with the click of a mouse.  And, you could save some money too.  Did you know that some insurance providers even offer discounts on vehicles  and machinery equipped with GPS tracking systems?  For more information, please visit www.trackingtheworld.com.