Car ID Software For Fleet Drivers
Written by: Simon Pavey, Last updated:18th December 2024
Fleet management solutions come in all shapes and sizes but one of the most fundamental elements of a functioning fleet management suite is the ability to identify drivers. For schedule changes, accidents, incidents or complaints, it pays to identify drivers quickly. This is where driver ID comes into play.
In this blog, we will examine driver ID, including driver ID software, and why this fundamental element of fleet management and telematics is so important for the effective and accurate monitoring and analysis of driver data.
What Is a Fleet Car ID Software?
Driver identification is a system that helps fleet managers identify which driver is operating a specific vehicle at any given time. This is achieved through various methods like key fobs, RFID cards, or in-vehicle keypads.
How does fleet driver identification work?
- Every driver uses his or her personal RFID card.
- A car is equipped with an in-car card reader with a GPS tracking unit installed on the dashboard to identify the current driver of the car.
- After switching on the vehicle, the driver must scan the RFID card. If they do not, a loud buzzing sound is activated.
- At the beginning of the trip, the driver indicates the type of the trip: business, private, or commute.
- From there, driving behaviour and working hours start to get tracked and monitored automatically.
- Moreover, the driver also receives feedback about their driving habits there and then in real-time.
- You can monitor all activities live from your office, including scheduled reports and dashboards.
Why is it important to identify every driver in your fleet before they drive?
Linking each driver to a specific vehicle will help the fleet manager interpret data correctly and ascribe responsibility to the right individuals.
In addition, safety for the fleet improves because only authorised drivers can scan into and operate the vehicles.
Benefits of Driver ID Software
Implementing a form of driver ID software is essential for fleet managers looking to further streamline their fleet operations, and the benefits speak for themselves.
Increased fleet driver accountability
Driver ID links drivers directly to vehicles, their usage, and the behaviour exhibited during that time. Harsh braking, time spent idling, speeding and other driving habits can be tracked by individual drivers regardless of the vehicle they are driving, increasing accountability for conduct behind the wheel.
ID fobs, cards and keypads can also help remove the risk of unauthorised vehicle usage and theft which we discuss in our 2024 fleet survey, utilising ignition immobilisation.
Accurate fleet data and reporting
Tied closely with accountability, implementing driver ID increases the accuracy of data and reporting. Offering more detailed avenues with which to organise and analyse fleet data, driver ID helps elevate reporting, giving you better opportunities to streamline fleet operations.
Minimised fleet administration
Organising driver data without driver ID can be time-consuming and clunky. Utilising intelligent driver ID software can help you compile information easily by automating mileage tracking, working time and other important records.
Increased fleet efficiency
Implementing driver ID software increases the efficiency of your fleet operations by removing outdated steps associated with older driver tracking methods. By eliminating physical paper trails and automating the driver identification process you can save time and money for your fleet.
Driver ID-Integrated Telematics
Driver ID is a core element of a functional telematics system. Streamlining driver tracking and helping to reduce reliance on the paper trail, a driver ID system integrated with your telematics software can quickly save you time and help to elevate your fleet management.
Tele-Gence from Fuel Card Service is a versatile telematics system that is adaptable to your fleet needs. With add-ons including driver ID, dash cams, vehicle and asset trackers and privacy buttons, you can build a fleet telematics system that works for your business and fleet usage.
Driver Behaviour Scores with Driver ID
Utilising driver ID and tracking, Tele-Gence telematics software gives drivers a score out of 100 for key driving behaviours:
- Speeding
- Harsh Cornering
- Harsh Braking
- Harsh Acceleration
This information can help you find areas requiring improvement, stand-out drivers and those who pose risks on the road, giving you the ability to place funding, fleet driver training and fleet driver development in the right places.
Car ID solutions from Fuel Card Services
Telematics systems aren’t the only way that you can streamline your fleet operations. The right suite of fleet software and tools can help you to further reduce time and money spent on administration, cut down fuel usage and streamline your payments.
At Fuel Card Services we have a vast range of fleet solutions to put to work. From fuel cards and charge cards that offer great savings and fuel station access whatever shape or size your fleet is, to MyDriveSafe which improves your fleet safety by making vehicle checks quicker and easier to manage.
If you are looking to implement a fleet telematics system that utilises leading technology including driver ID, get in touch with our experts today.
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