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Telematics go Beyond Fleet Management Continued advancement in telematics technology is bringing about more data collection and predictive maintenance capabilities for OEMs and end-use customers. by Sara Jensen
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elematics systems continue to play a pivotal role in heavy-duty equipment. As use of these systems has increased over the years, so too have their capabilities. “Telematics as a technology has evolved significantly over the last 10 years,” says Pankaj Sharma, Vice President, Marketing and Product at NexTraq, a Michelin group company. “It’s no [longer] just a location-based service like it used to be perceived in the past. It has evolved to be all about insights that make an impact on a fleet’s operations, whether it’s productivity, safety, cost efficiency, compliance and a lot more.” Retrieving data from a piece of equipment and making the most of that data continues to be an area in which telematics technology is evolving. Incorporation of more data analytics as well as artificial intelligence and vision technology, such as
ABOVE: Retrieving data from a piece of equipment and making the most of that data continues to be an area in which telematics technology is evolving. LEFT: For OEMs wanting software updates, remote diagnostics or monitoring of complex electronics, high level telematics systems with more connectivity are necessary. DANFOSS POWER SOLUTIONS
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