Deciding on a GPS fleet tracking solution is not an easy choice to make. With more solutions becoming accessible, assessing the available options can be a daunting task. As such, finding a suitable system for a specific business requires careful research of the available options and solutions.

1. A Guide to GPS Fleet Tracking Solutions
Deciding on a GPS fleet tracking solution is not an easy choice to make. With more
solutions becoming accessible, assessing the available options can be a daunting task. As
such, finding a suitable system for a specific business requires careful research of the
available options and solutions.
What Do You Need?
A GPS vehicle tracking system is not a one-size-fits-all
solution. The features and benefits of each system can
differ depending on your business needs.
To start, take a moment to consider your daily operations.
Choosing a solution that suits your company size can make
the installation easier, and encourage employees to
cooperate. As such, think about the benefits that you want
to get out of a fleet tracking solution.
How Do They Work?
There are two basic types of GPS tracking: active and passive. While both track vehicles
using GPS satellite signals and let you view data in a map interface, they still differ
considerably. Active and passive tracking differ in the way they deliver and react to data in
real time.
Active Tracking Process
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The satellites orbiting the Earth gather data, while
allowing devices to pinpoint their location.
Each device installed in vehicles reads GPS signals,
and then transfers that data using cell towers or
satellite networks.
Both CDMA and GPRS cellular or satellite networks
read and transmit data in real time.
A solution provider’s servers receive vehicle data,
including speed and location from the cell networks,
and begin to sift through the information.
Users log in and receive real time updates about their vehicles through a customer
portal that is accessible through the Internet.

2. Passive Tracking Process
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The satellites orbiting the Earth gather data, while
allowing devices to locate them.
Each device installed in vehicles reads GPS signals
and stores that data. These devices are hardwired or
battery-operated, or installed into the OEM/ODM
port of vans or trucks.
Using a close-range wireless connection (WIFI) or
removing the device and connecting it to a computer
allow users to download historical data from the
devices. Software then plots out that data.
When adopting a new business solution, it always comes down to a company’s bottom line.
Determine your goals to purchase and adopt a GPS fleet tracking system that can maximise
your revenues, while reducing your operating costs.
Sources:
http://navmanwireless.co.nz/
http://www.brighthub.com/electronics/gps/articles/123749.aspx
http://www.nextraq.com/images/GPS_Fleet_Management_Buyers_Guide.pdf