Securing fleet assets poses increasing difficulties today. Cargo thieves grow more sophisticated while technology expands vulnerabilities to hackers. Fleet managers combat these rising security threats with digital systems like dash cams, sensors, tracking, and analytics. Intelligent monitoring provides evidence to prosecute criminals, prevent interior fraud, and protect reputation.
Dash Cams Document Cargo Theft and Vandals
According to the good folk over at Idrive, installing inward and outward facing dash cams helps secure fleet vehicles and their cargo. The cameras, integrated with intermodal fleet tracking systems, provide visual evidence if a truck gets broken into or cargo gets stolen. This comprehensive monitoring follows assets across different transport modes, while footage aids police investigations to catch and prosecute thieves. Seeing cameras also deters criminals from targeting well-equipped fleet trucks.
Outward facing cams also record any exterior damage from vandals or collisions. Capturing visible license plates, vehicle details, and damage events assists with insurance claims. Documentation protects the fleet from fraudulent or exaggerated reports. For the most part, dash cams improve incident responses and discourage thieves looking for easy targets.
Sensors Track Door Openings and Cargo Moves
Special sensors track unauthorized entry into trucks or trailers. Door switch sensors detect whenever cargo doors get opened, even slightly. Fleets also hide GPS trackers within cargo loads that alert to any load shifting or movement.
As soon as a sensor detects interference, alerts go to the fleet manager and driver. The driver can double back to the vehicle and catch a thief in the act. If cargo gets stolen, hidden GPS trackers relay the cargo location to aid police recovery. Doors sensors and cargo trackers combine as an effective theft deterrent. They also provide the dual purpose of monitoring drivers and secure loads.
Analyze Driver Behavior to Identify Fraud
While dash cams look outward, inward facing cab cameras keep an eye on driver behaviors. The cameras capture traffic violations, mobile phone usage, eating, smoking, or other distracting behaviors. Analytics of the footage identifies safety incidents for driver coaching.
Nonetheless, video analytics also help identify fraudulent activities by drivers themselves. Things like frequent extended stops, meeting other vehicles, and dubious routing may indicate kickback schemes, cargo theft participation, or other frauds. Deep analysis of video and telematics uncovers hidden behaviors costing the fleet money.
Protect Reputation with Responsible Trucking Systems
Large freight fleets transporting intermodal containers face public scrutiny over responsible operations. Installing smart truck systems demonstrates commitment to safety for all road users. Features like speed governors, lane departure warnings, stability control and more make trucks less dangerous.
Adding sensors and cameras shows fleets actively self-monitor driving standards. Software analytics uncover and remedy emerging risks before crashes occur. Together, responsible tech gives fleets tools to head off incidents while bolstering public reputation. This critical image management lowers security risks in the community.
Telematics Track Cargo Condition End-to-End
Valuable cargo like pharmaceuticals require strict climate conditions and handling care during transport. Telematics sensors track critical data like temperature, humidity, vibration, and shocks. IoT connectivity relays environmental conditions in real-time throughout transit.
Receivers can verify proper transport methods were followed for sensitive cargo. The documentation protects fleets from spurious claims over goods damaged enroute. End-to-end visibility technology combined with cargo cameras secure in-transit goods from shipping to final delivery.
Conclusion
Fleet managers apply layers of smart technology to enhance cargo and vehicle security. Dash cams, sensors, trackers, video analytics, driver assist features, and telematics close vulnerabilities to thieves, frauds or procedural violations. Visibility deters criminals seeking easy targets while documenting incidents to aid recoveries. Trusted fleet partners actively prevent losses with comprehensive monitoring.
