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Active Vs Passive Vehicle Tracking Systems

By Michelle Hopkins

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Published: 06Apr2012
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Different vehicle tracking systems transmit data in different ways. Active devices utilize real time reporting to give you up-to-date information regarding vehicle speed, location and routes. Passive systems collect data throughout the day and can be accessed at a later time. Both types of systems have their advantages, and business owner will need to decide if they would prefer to see where their vehicles are at any given time, or would they merely like to know where they have been.

Active Tracking Systems

Active tracking is a live type of tracking. It provides the business owner with constant access to information regarding their vehicles and employees. Data is collected by the equipment in the vehicles and transmitted via signal to your computer or cellular phone.

This type of system will benefit companies that require instant information to be able to route drivers or inform customers of the location of their deliveries. Active systems can also be used to get to a driver quicker in an emergency or reroute vehicles in case of accidents or traffic problems.

Active status equipment can also give you information on vehicle's location, speed, idle times and ignition status. You can also use this technology to keep an eye on drivers to make sure that they do not travel out of bounds or use vehicles for personal use. This can be useful if you feel you need to monitor your drivers to make sure that they are being productive and following company procedure.

Passive Tracking Systems

Passive tracking is useful for companies that want to see where their fleet has been but do not have need to know all information immediately. Passive tracking equipment is less expensive than active tracking equipment, but still offers information about what goes on during the day. They will basically collect all the same information as an active system; such as speed, location and route; and record it in its memory for future access. Information can be uploaded to a computer and reviewed at any time thereafter.

Passive tracking systems can benefit business with a smaller budget. They are also good for those who want to keep track of routes, speed and other activity that goes on while on the road, but do not need the information right away. If you do not have a need to re-route drivers or alert customers of delivery statuses, then a passive system may work well for your business.

Understanding the difference between the two systems, can help you decide the best active tracking solution for you and your company. There are many providers that can also help you more in the process of analysing and provide the best advice when it comes to how your company runs and why you require vehicle tracking. You may also be able to get more help from the place where you bought your vehicles from, as they may be able to provide you with the best company to install the system that you will require. If however you rent or lease your vehicles, you will need to check with the leasing company to ensure that you are able to fit any device onto the vehicle itself.

If you need to decide which type of vehicle tracking system is best for your business, head over to Vehicle Tracking Solutions online. They have all the equipment and knowledge to help you with your active tracking tracking system decision.

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