How GPS tracking effects on your fleet drivers

Nov 9, 2016

Driver_safety_Bransys_fleet_management_software_gps_tracking_GPS_tracking_effects
Many companies hesitate whether they should implement GPS tracking solution to their fleet. The most common reason why companies are doubting about this is the fear how the GPS tracking effects on the fleet drivers. The first thing that crosses their mind regarding this question, is ‘my drivers won’t be happy about it’. And that is only because they are focusing on the fear of their employees’ immorality.

In fact, implementing a GPS fleet tracking solution is a great way to reward the best fleet drivers. While correcting the behavior of the drivers that have negative habits or attitudes. Therefore, to keep the good employees happy and minimize that employee churn, the best solution is to implement a GPS fleet tracking solution. EZtoTrack system, for sure can be an excellent way to retain the best and the brightest and increase the productivity of the fleet.

 

5 steps to make sure that the GPS tracking will have positive impact on your fleet drivers and help the drivers to embrace the change faster and smoother:
  1. Be honest about the system – Make it as easy as possible, for the drivers, to clearly understand the change. Explain them how the GPS tracking system works and be honest about it.
  2. Always use examples – Help them realize that their first reaction could be rooted in assumptions, not facts. Use some good examples of the other clients of your GPS tracking provider EZtoTrack, to help them get the real picture.
  3. What’s in it for them – Clarify the company and your drivers’ interests when considering new policies, and explain them how everyone will win with the implementation of GPS tracking system. This will also improve drivers’ morale.
  4. Satisfy both your and their interests – Brainstorm ways to satisfy both your and their interests. For example, you can offer incentives for good driving and have better results on the end of the month.
  5. Be flexible – Seek mutually acceptable solutions. Flexibility on the both sides, at the end of the month can mean better results and increased productivity. Also the improvement of the safety can mean social responsibility and incentive for the drivers.

At the end, be sure that GPS tracking system will help everyone become better at their jobs. The better you get, the more money you are going to make! And the healthier the company, the better off everyone will be.