The Indestructible Robust

Many guards didn’t like the Robust iButton wand, as it finally gave managers a way of seeing whether they were doing their rounds properly. Over the years guards have tried all sorts of things to damage the wands, including:

• Repeatedly bashing the wands as they do their rounds
• Dropping the wands off tall buildings
• Crushing and squeezing them
• Driving over the wands
• Throwing them into the sea. 
• Cooking and microwaving them
• Hooking them up to a car battery
• And a few things we’d prefer not to mention!

During all this, the recorders survived to live another day; they just kept going and going! Which is why some are still in use today. Watch for yourself:

The Evolution of UniGuard

Since this time, the UniGuard software and hardware offering has evolved over the years as technology has improved and customer needs developed.

The original software that worked with the Robust iButton Wand was designed as a stand-alone system, with a server-based system coming later. The system works by guards physically touching the Robust wands to an iButton checkpoint. The time and checkpoint number is recorded. At the end of a shift the information is manually downloaded onto the computer where the data can be viewed.

Over time it was recognised that connectivity would help streamline business operations and enable growth. With improving technology, our first web-based platform, UniGuard 12 was created in 2011. UniGuard 12 was designed to work with our Real-Time Recorders that use mobile phone cell-tower connectivity to deliver tracking information in real-time to a central computer. An added benefit was that Real-Time Recorders can work with RFID checkpoints, which don’t need physical contact with the recorder to work.

Smartphone Apps, Bluetooth and NFC

The emergence of smartphones has widened the opportunities for what could be achieved with our attendance verification systems. From this we have developed the UniGuardX app and Dashboard.
The UniGuardX smartphone app works in a similar way to real-time recorders but using NFC checkpoints and Bluetooth beacons instead of RFID. Like Real-Time Recorders, apps do not require the phone to physically touch the checkpoint, and send the data in real-time across the phone networks.

Why Use Phone Apps Over iButton Recorders?

The main reason is the technological improvements; smartphone apps can do so much more than the Robust iButtton Wands. The benefits of using an app include:

• A clean fresh design that works on the latest operating system and multiple devices such as tablets in the field, with updated data security features.
• The software is continually being improved with feature updates that align with the current trends within the industry.
• Data is collected, sent to the dashboard, viewed, analysed and reported on in real-time, allowing for timely responses and better resource management.
• Integrated workflows using in-app forms, which can be set up to collect additional data to time and location, such as text, photos and signatures. Great potential uses include task checklists and incident forms.
• Digital form data is easier to store, retrieve and analyse than paper forms. Idea for both legal and business performance uses.
• Customisable and flexible to fit your business requirements and those of your clients.
• Doesn’t require specialist hardware, and is easy to set up and start using.
• Can be used on any phone so a new staff member can download the app on the way to a job, negating the need to go to the office first to collect the Robust wand.
• For staff safety and compliance, UniGuardX apps offer man-down alerts in real time. When pressed, an alert pops up on the dashboard map, and can also be sent as a text or email.

The industry has gone a long way in the past 25 years, and UniGuard has been there for every step of the journey. Something we will continue into the future.

Want to know more about how UniGuardX can improve your business outcomes? Contact our sales team today.

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The main goal of managing a security guard patrol tour is to improve the security and safety of a premises by maintaining a visible security presence to deter potential threats to individuals or the property. Through the implementation of a well-structured patrol system, security guards can monitor and protect the area more effectively, respond promptly to incidents, and provide a sense of security to occupants and visitors. Key aspects are detailed below.

Training and Communication

The correct training is critical for security guards involved in patrol tour management. They should be trained on patrol procedures, emergency response protocols, and the use of any technology or tools such as UniGuardX that are used in the process. Regular communication with supervisors help keep guards informed about any changes or updates in security protocols.

Patrol Planning

Initially a comprehensive plan of the site or route to be patrolled needs to be created. The patrol routes, the frequency and duration of patrols, and the checkpoints or key areas to be covered need to be determined. The plan should be tailored to the specific needs and vulnerabilities of the facility.

Patrol Scheduling

Successful patrol tour management involves instituting a well-defined schedule that outlines when each patrol should take place, the duration of each patrol, and the security officers who should be assigned to each patrol. A reliable tracking system helps guarantee that the facility is consistently protected, and there are no gaps in security coverage.

Checkpoint Locations

Checkpoints need to be placed at important locations where security guards are required visit during their patrols. These checkpoints in the form of NFC tags, RFID tags or Bluetooth beacons should be placed in entrances, exits, or other critical areas. Alternatively, a geofence or virtual checkpoints that relies on GPS can be used. Checkpoints help ensure that guards follow the designated route and complete their patrols as required by the contract.

Real-Time Monitoring

In 2023, patrol tour management systems such as UniGuardX incorporate the latest technology like mobile apps, GPS tracking, and real-time reporting. These tools enable supervisors to monitor the progress of patrols in real-time, making sure that the guards are following the set routes and schedules. It also allows for immediate incident reporting and quick response to emergencies.

Incident Reporting

A part of a security guard’s duty should be to document any incidents or problems they encounter during the patrols. Using the UniGuardX app, this information can be recorded in a custom-made incident report, which includes details such as the time, location, nature of the incident, and any actions taken, photographs and the guard’s signature. Incident reports are an essential tool for maintaining an accurate record of security events and assisting with investigations if needed. Collecting and keeping this information in digital form makes storing and reporting such information easy.

Performance Monitoring

Regular evaluation and feedback is essential for maintaining a high standard of security. UniGuardX makes it easy for supervisors to conduct periodic assessments of patrol performance, reviewing reports, analysing patrol data, and providing constructive feedback to security personnel. This process helps identify areas for improvement and ensures that security guards are effectively fulfilling their duties.

Management and Client Reporting

Using automatically scheduled and generated reports, supervisors can easily keep senior management informed of their operations. For the maintenance of contract, custom reports can also be scheduled to be sent to clients with the important information they need to know, in an easy-to-read format.

Summing Up

Overall, security guard patrol tour management is an essential component of an effective security scheme. By implementing proper planning, using the UniGuardX app, and maintaining regular supervision, organisations can enhance the effectiveness and efficiency of security patrols, contributing to a safer and more secure environment for everyone.

If you are looking for a high-quality guard tour management system that meets your needs, contact our sales team today.

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The pandemic has pushed security staff to the frontline, many of whom have become sick and been absent from work. Some have subsequently left the industry.

At the same time economic pressures have simultaneously pushed up the costs of running a business and driven staff to want higher wages while customers expect better value for money. Some businesses have gone into liquidation as a result.

The Pressure of Doing Business

Company managers now need to more than ever, consider the value and cost of every aspect of their business. In such an environment it can be tempting to cut all costs to a minimum. But doing so may cause unforeseen problems in other areas of operation.

So, how do you decide what is worth spending money on and what is vital to maintaining a viable operation into the future?

Finding Value for Money in Technology

For many successful businesses in the security industry, the answer to this question lies in the increase adoption of advanced technologies to compliment or replace traditional methods.

Such technologies satisfy the customer need for proof of service and transparency of operations, while at the same time give the security operator an edge over their competitors when tendering for and maintaining contracts.

In fact, nowadays, many customers expect that security providers will use the latest technology and won’t work with a company that doesn’t.

A Blended Solution

Savvy operators have also found that the best solution is a mixture of the old and the new. One such example is with the replacement of mobile security patrols with high resolution cameras. On the surface, this initially seems to be a better value alternative.

Unfortunately, as good as these cameras are, even the best placement cannot allow every part of a site to be covered, and many issues are missed as a result. As well, a visible presence of a security guard is still a good deterrent that many customers appreciate.

A mixture of in-person mobile patrols and cameras combines the best of both to give the greatest overall coverage to meet the customers’ needs.

Guard Tour Management Systems

Advanced technologies like Guard Tour Management Systems (GTMS) should also be used to get the best out of mobile patrols while increasing the customer satisfaction with the service.

GTMS work by tracking the movement of the guard through the interaction of a recording device carried by the guard with checkpoints placed around a site. Checkpoints can come in many forms but the most durable and secure use RFID, NFC or Bluetooth technologies.

When UniGuard introduced GTMS to the Australian market over 20 years ago, the recorders were purpose built for the industry. Purpose built recorders are still in use, while in recent years a new method of using apps on smartphones has also become available.

The Benefits of Using a GTMS

The main benefit of using a Guard Tour Management System is accountability. GTMS allow supervisors to track their guard performance and use this information to better manage and improve the efficiency of the workforce, which can ultimately save on costs.

Customers like the transparency as they can easily see that they are getting the service they are paying for. Proving good service helps to retain customer contracts.

What Makes GTMS Apps Better?

Guard tour management apps have several advantages over other systems. This helps make the app more versatile and better suited to operating environment many businesses find themselves in today.

More recently developed systems, including apps and some purpose-built recorders, operate in real-time. This means that the position and time of the guard is sent back to the supervisor via the cellular phone network. The supervisor can then view guard activity, including incident alerts, live using the application dashboard.

A good GTMS app also offers the flexibility of choice between IOS and Android phones. This allows the security company to either install the app on a company phone or allow the guard to use their own phone. The system can even be installed on a Push-To-Talk radio such as the UG-725.

Digital Forms, the Special Feature

The standout feature that really sets the UniGuardX GTMS app apart from other systems are the digital smart forms. These do much more than simply track the time and location of the guard.

With smart forms, guards can carry useful paperwork with them in their phone. These forms can collect additional site information such as checklists, comments, photos and signatures. Smart forms are fully flexible and can be customised to the requirements of the security business. Potential uses include:

• Security and safety checklists
• Vandalism or incident reports
• Entrances/exit lock up checks
• Run sheets
• Contract, ASIAL and SLED compliance
• Visible proof of service.

When a guard submits as form, the information is sent directly to the dashboard, where the supervisor is alerted. Data can be collected for analysis, secure storage, easy retrieval, and automatic scheduled reporting to customers, all of which saves both time and money in the long term. Ultimately, enhanced tracking means better business outcomes.

Why Should Security Companies Use UniGuard?

In a rapidly changing industry, businesses need to adapt and become more agile to survive. Using the latest technological innovations will give any business the edge over their competition.

Unlike other businesses that sell similar services, UniGuard has been working closely with the Australian security industry for over 20 years finding innovative technological solutions to the unique challenges of the industry.  With an understanding of the industry, along with local personalised service and support, UniGuard has enabled our valued customers to grow their businesses.

If you are looking for a high-quality guard tour management system that meets your needs, contact our sales team today.

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What are the 5 key ways that guard management systems have enhanced the security industry?

Run Sheets

An integral element of any business is managing staff workflows and performance. For the security industry this is made more difficult because the guards need to work in locations that are remote to the main office, with some guards required to move from site to site during a shift.

Using software to plan and schedule the time and location of security guard patrols not only makes it easier and more efficient but eliminates many of the problems associated with doing this manually. Patrol routes, visit intervals and tasks can be mapped out and sent to the guard, eliminating mistakes and confusion.

Supervisors can watch the progress of patrols live, giving them the opportunity to fix issues as they occur before it’s too late.

Cost Saving

A reduction in expenses is a natural benefit of increasing the efficiency of any operation. Apart from making sure that time and money isn’t wasted by sending people to the wrong location at the wrong time, and freeing up the supervisor’s time for other duties, electronic systems give you the ability to stand back and look at the bigger picture.

Data collected over time can be analysed showing managers when and where services are most needed, and how operations can be performed in the most efficient way possible. Over time, trends can be assessed with the possibility of making future prediction that allow the business to get ahead of the opposition.

Guard Safety

Many guards are reluctant to use attendance recorders even though there are clear benefits. Guard tour systems incorporate safety features such as free fall motion, shock, and idle detection.

In addition, activating the request call-back button sends an alert to the supervisor via the web dashboard, email or SMS message. Incidents such as vandalism can also be reported by entering written descriptions, photographs, and signatures into custom built forms.

Contract Compliance

Recent changes in economic conditions have resulted in a rethink from many people who contract security services. There is now an increased expectation that security companies demonstrate when services have been delivered in the agreed manner. Electronic tracking provides indisputable proof of service.

Industry bodies such as ASIAL also aim to improve the image of the security sector through standards in industry behaviour. These codes of practices list out the preferred ways that security companies can achieve these goals. Adhering to industry best practice can then become an excellent selling point for any business.

Client Satisfaction

Another good selling point, arguably the best, is word of mouth from satisfied customers. The best way to get satisfied customers is demonstrating that you have delivered your service to your customers expectation, or better. Proving great service is central to guard tracking systems.

A good guard tour system makes this easy by automatically sending reports to you managers and clients at a pre-scheduled time that is convenient for everyone. Electronic reporting also saves on physical paperwork, making it easier to store and manage, and allow reports to reach your clients faster and cheaper.

To learn more about how the UniGuard guard tour management system can help your business get ahead, contact us today.

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The security industry has had its fair share of technological advancement over the past few years. In order to keep up with the demand of this ever-growing industry, certain technologies had to be applied to aid security companies execute their operations more effectively. Staff management software has revolutionised the way security companies operate, providing all the necessary features to be able to execute any appointed task in time and on the fly.

Rotations

Before any of these technologies were introduced to the industry, all planning, mapping and time scheduling had to be done manually. This created many variables which could negatively affect the execution of the job at hand. With staff management software, the rotations and their intervals could be digitally mapped out, providing visual aid to the patrol officers through their phone, as well as their rotation intervals. This not only helps the patrol officer keep up with routine checks but also gives peace of mind to management that all locations are being monitored and are safe.

Reporting

The days of manually reporting incidents or routine checks on pen and paper are way behind us. Software which caters for the security industries allows reporting to be done efficiently through the application itself. These reports can be customised to provide any required detail of a routine check or an accident. The best reporting systems also have photo capturing features as well as digital signatures to ensure the accountability of the patrol officer or security guard. Rotations are also converted into a report which allows the overseer to ensure that the patrols have been done correctly and on time. These reports are automatically uploaded to the server, eliminating the possibility of alterations or getting lost.

Compliance

One of the issues that many companies were facing in the past, is being able to prove if their employees were being compliant with tasks at hand. The features within today’s software allow management to be able to see where their employees are live, as well as their rotational compliance. This is done through a series of checkpoints which have to be scanned by the patrol officer or guard at a specific time in order to prove that the area was checked. These checkpoint scans are then compiled into a report which provides information such as the time the checkpoint was scanned, as well as any missed checkpoints. This level of reporting assures management that their employees are executing their tasks correctly, on time and not deviating from their work which may cause a potential safety hazard.

Efficiency

Staff management software has dramatically improved the efficiency of security guard operations, allowing reporting, task assignment, rotations and general employee compliance to be monitored or set remotely from a centralised computer system. This not only saves the company time and resources, but also enables the management of multiple operations to be handled with ease. This not only benefits the company, saving them both time and money, but also improves customer satisfaction by delivering the best possible service to their clients.

Contact one of our UniGuard specialists on (02) 9671 7777 or email us for a tailored walkthrough of the UniGuard solution based around your challenges and business needs.

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Often the general public looks down on the idea of tracking people which they regard as always being a negative thing. But what if there are actual benefits for the people being tracked? Recently there has been a bit of debate over the Australian Government’s COVIDSafe tracing app, with many people saying it’s a terrible intrusion while other people are happy to download the app as they can see the potential public health benefits.

Could there possibly be other circumstances where the tracking of people may be considered desirable by the people being tracked?

Staff tracking software is widely used in some industries such as security and cleaning as a way of providing undisputable proof of service. There are many other benefits for using this software, particularly if the system allows for some level of flexibility and scope.

Electronic or digital employee tracking systems work by recording every time a device (for example, a mobile phone with the employee tracking app installed), interacts with beacons that have been placed around the employee’s worksite. This information can then be uploaded to a central computer where a manager can monitor their workforce. But it can also provide benefits to the staff.

How can it give cleaners more piece of mind?

One of the biggest issues facing cleaners and cleaning companies are injuries that happen when a slip, trip and fall accident occurs in the area for which they are responsible. Knowing the potential for big payouts of public liability insurance, some people will lodge fraudulent claims in the hope of easy money. This comes at the expense of the cleaner diligently doing their job. Staff tracking software helps protect the cleaner, as the software allows them to prove in a court of law that they did do the cleaning as required.

What about the security industry then?

Recently, the Australian Security Industry Association (ASIAL) has stipulated in its Code of Practice for Mobile Security Patrols; that security operator use some form of Guard Tour Management System (GTMS), in other words a staff tracking system. This was so that security companies can provide digital proof of service for their mobile security patrols.

Additionally, security guards must, as part of their Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), carry some sort of communication device such as a radio or phone. This is for added safety of the guards who might come under attack while investigating a disturbance. The UniGuard staff tracking software can be used with both Push To Talk (PTT) radios and mobile phones and incorporates request call-back features amongst other things. If a security guard is injured and unable to get help, the tracking software will tell the supervisor exactly where they are.

Can staff tracking systems be of benefit to other industries?

Yes, the Uniguard software can be adapted to other areas when the movement of staff needs to be tracked and managed, and this can be done in a way that benefits the whole workforce. More efficient allocation of staff means less stress. Being able to see when remote or mobile staff are missing encourages managers to check if they are safe and well. Having electronic boundaries on where staff can, and cannot go, warns managers when people might unintentionally stray into an area that is unsafe. There are many more potential benefits.

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Digital Proof of Service

A big part of the Mobile Security Patrols Code of Practice focuses on the security operator’s responsibility to communicate and report effectively to their clients. This goes beyond simply making an occasional phone call or sending out an invoice once a month.

The code requires some sort of digital proof of attendance with the security guard at the client’s premises. This means using an electronic system such as a guard tour management system (GTMS) that tracks when and where security staff have been on their patrols, along with a GPS location tracking device installed in the patrol car.

UniGuard supplies a range of GPS car trackers and attendance recorders. Together with the UniGuard software these allow you the flexibility to create a system that both works for your workforce and also meet contract requirements. Within the software, a range of features allow you to create custom automated reports that prove that your security officers attended the client’s premises according to the contract. Additional features allow you to provide extra information about the patrols or incidents if required. All this has been designed to make your work easier, while maintaining your contract obligations and meeting the ASIAL requirements.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Another important part of the Mobile Security Patrols Code of Practice involves the safety of the mobile patrol officers. Along with a range of other PPE, the code stipulates that a security guard needs to carry some form of mobile communication device, which can be either a radio or a mobile phone.

PTT is a revolution in telecommunications technology, combining the features and convenience of both a 2-way radio and a smartphone. This allows your staff to communicate across the country at the push of a button without the need for traditional radio infrastructure. Smartphone functionality means that the device can also incorporate patrol tours, checkpoint scans, photo attachments and incident reports.

A request call-back button is incorporated in both the UniGuard recorders and mobile phone app, allowing you to see if a security officer needs help. This feature is also incorporated in the UniGuard push-to-talk (PTT) radios.

Cash In Transit

ASIAL has other industry standards, codes and guidelines including the ASIAL Code of Practice for Cash In Transit vehicles. Along with other equipment, UniGuard can supply GPS trackers for these vehicles which include the best tracking on the market, along with remote vehicle immobilization.

If you’d like to know more about how to meet ASIAL standards, click here to see a demo of UniGuard in action.

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But with such little time to prepare this leaves many companies ill-equipped to adapt to the unique challenges that come with leading a remote team.

From setting clear expectations and choosing the right workforce management software through to conducting meetings and retaining employee satisfaction.

Yet, by following these simple steps, running your business from afar can be just as efficient and rewarding as being onsite.

1. Provide cross device communication

Have your team sign up to a workforce management software that lets them stay in touch on a single platform through any device – be it a smartphone, laptop, desktop, tablet, or even two-way radios.

Not only will this make it easier for the team to collaborate, share ideas, resolve disputes and customer complaints, but also help you assign tasks to individual staff and approve them on the fly.

2. Protect your lone workers

You must treat your remote workers the same as you would a lone worker. That being people who work by themselves without close or direct supervision. There are steps you can take to ensure each home is suitable for work purposes.

For instance, undertake a risk assessment of each worker’s home environment. Do they have access to an extinguisher in case of fire? Is their office furniture fit for purpose and ergonomic? Do they have a stable internet connection? And much more.

From there, put in place a remote monitoring system that makes it easy for remote workers to stay in touch, submit incident reports, and alert yourself (plus the team) to potential hazards with minimal effort.

3. Set clear and fair work expectations

Just like being onsite, be sure to set fair, reasonable goals that your remote workers can achieve on a consistent basis. And make sure those goals align with your short and/or long term business objectives. Don’t lose sight of the bigger picture!

However, where possible, be flexible with your deadlines, as some workers may need more time to complete tasks and report in due to unavoidable commitments – i.e. parenting duties.

More importantly, your remote team will appreciate the flexibility, as it enables them to work efficiently in a manner that suits their lifestyle.

4. Reward outstanding work – and swiftly rectify issues

Choosing the right workforce management software is vital to tracking team progress and rectifying issues.

Use the software to give each remote worker a unique profile. This allows you to assign specific tasks, monitor their individual performance goals, and relate it back to your overall strategic goals.

Arrange weekly, fortnightly, or monthly one-on-one meetings with remote workers – either audio or video – to give them a fair, objective overview of their current performance. Be sure to reward outstanding performance, but don’t be afraid to raise any issues and give them steps on how to improve.

As a result, your remote workers will know what they’re doing well, where they can improve, and how their efforts contribute to the overall success of the business.

If you’d like to better manage your remote team and improve the delivery of your services, click here to see a demo of UniGuard in action.

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Construction sites have heavy-duty tools, equipment and machinery. Transport companies have trucks they need to carry out deliveries both locally and interstate. And tradespeople like electricians need to have parts with them at all times to carry out maintenance tasks on the spot.

If any of these assets were to be lost, stolen or damaged, it could easily bring business to a grinding halt.

That’s exactly what GPS asset tracking aims to prevent. Here are just some of the many powerful tools you can use to ensure your assets are safe and reliable.

Set up virtual parameters to prevent theft, loss, and misuse

Also known as geofencing, this is a virtual parameter that functions as a designated zone, which determines how far an asset can travel. The beauty of this feature is that you can trace out the exact area where the asset can go. So you have the freedom to establish limits that best suit your unique work situation.

Whenever the asset enters or leaves this perimeter, you will be instantly notified via the software. As a result, you can quickly figure out if the vehicle has been lost or stolen or being misused by a worker, and then take the appropriate measures to respond to the situation.

Real-time fleet tracking for ongoing peace of mind

Whether you need to monitor the whereabouts of vehicles, heavy machinery, cargo, or anything else; real-time GPS asset tracking provides up to the minute updates on the exact location of your assets. This way, you will know exactly where your assets are located, at any time of the day or night.

When combined with location history, you can review the exact route your vehicles have taken in the lead up to their current location. This can help you retrace the vehicle’s steps and increase your odds of finding lost or stolen vehicles. As a result, you will have peace of mind knowing that – no matter what happens – your assets are in good hands.

Improve the lifespan of your fleet with routine maintenance and service reminders

Tired of having to remember to book individual service reminders for your vehicles? Concerned about not having your fleet routinely serviced in a timely and consistent manner?

If so, then fleet tracking can help you.

With routine maintenance and service reminders, you can create unique maintenance plans for each of your individual vehicles. This means you can set up reminders to meet the official manufacture standards of the vehicle itself. So, you can tell the software to send a reminder based on different parameters, such as based on time (i.e. every six months), odometer readings (i.e. every 10,000kms), and hourly run times (i.e. every 5,000 hours). This way, each separate vehicle gets the service it needs at the appropriate service intervals, without any risk of overlap.

For a real-time platform that makes it easy to monitor and manage your vehicles and assets at any time, UniGuard has you covered.

To see how GPS asset tracking can benefit your business, request a FREE demo today. Simply fill out the online form. And a qualified UniGuard expert will show you how it can help your business grow.

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Over time these issues can build up and cost your business in lost profits, reduced customer satisfaction, and increased employee turnover due to unsafe lone working conditions.

By implementing a smart GPS fleet tracking system into each of your vehicles, you can regain control of your fleet and reap the rewards of a safer, more productive, and profitable business.

Here are 4 ways GPS fleet tracking can produce winning results for your business.

1. Reduce fleet operating costs

GPS tracking can help reduce operating costs in a number of ways.

Firstly, the presence of a GPS tracker can help curb unsafe driving habits such as speeding, fast braking, tailgating, and frequent overtaking. As a result, drivers are less likely to get a speeding fine, lose their license, or get into a road accident.

Furthermore, GPS fleet tracking can be used to reduce idle vehicle activity.

When vehicles are idle they burn unnecessary amounts of fuel. So they need refuelling more often, more frequent maintenance due to engine wear-and-tear, and they produce more harmful emissions. Thus, costing you money and negatively impacting the environment.

With a GPS tracker, you can help curb unnecessary idle activity. You can also take the opportunity to promote best eco-friendly practices, by instructing drivers to switch the vehicle off when:

• Loading and unloading
• Processing paperwork
• Parked and talking on the phone
• Eating or sleeping

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2. Optimise travel routes for faster deliveries and increased customer satisfaction

With real-time GPS tracking you can plan trips ahead of time and optimise each route to ensure faster deliveries.

By taking into account a variety of factors – such as type of vehicle, narrow roads, low bridge clearance, traffic congestion, weather, and much more – the device can automatically produce the safest, most optimal route for the driver.

Of course, you can fine-tune the journey if you need drivers to slightly deviate from their intended destination for other purposes.

As a result, your drivers are more likely to avoid delays caused by construction, road accidents, and peak hour traffic jams. This way, drivers will arrive at their destination sooner and keep customers satisfied.

3. Improved safety

Lone drivers who travel to remote locations are at a greater risk of danger than other drivers.

For this reason, you need a system that enables you to keep an eye on your fleet at all times, and be instantly notified when a problem arises.

With real-time GPS tracking, you can not only track the precise location of your drivers, but also notify them of unsafe driving conditions and be notified if they run into trouble. This way, if a driver becomes lost or stranded, you or another staff member can quickly respond to assist the driver.

By providing a safer work environment for drivers, you’ll be able to retain key workers for longer and avoid the costly burden of insurance claims, delivery delays, and worker’s compensation claims.

Most importantly? Your workers will have peace of mind knowing they’re in safe hands, no matter where they are.

4. Reduce the risk of theft

According to recent studies, 53,564 vehicles were reported stolen in Australia in 2018 – that’s one every 10 minutes!

That’s why it’s vital to implement GPS fleet tracking into each of your vehicles. Let the experts at UniGuard provide you with the right GPS system to complement your business needs.

The reason for this is simple: when a thief detects the presence of a GPS tracking device, they’re more likely to avoid it and move on.

And, in the event a thief does manage to steal the vehicle, the tracking device makes it easy for both you and the authorities to quickly track it down.

You can even increase response times by setting up a temporary geo-fence around the perimeter of the vehicle. So, if the vehicle leaves the virtual perimeter during a designated time period, you’ll be instantly notified so you can take swift action.

UniGuard is an advanced platform designed to put you back in control of your fleet. To discover the benefits of GPS fleet tracking for yourself, book a FREE demo with a UniGuard specialist today.

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