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CalAmp Earns Supplier Quality Recognition from Caterpillar and Toyota Motor Europe

CalAmp has received supplier quality recognition from two of the world’s largest equipment and vehicle manufacturers, Caterpillar and Toyota Motor Europe, each for the second consecutive year. The recognition reflects sustained performance against each company’s…

December 3, 2024

Using Modbus in Industrial Telematics

Introduction In today's interconnected industrial landscape, seamless machine-to-machine communication is crucial for efficient operations and productivity. Modbus, an established industrial communication protocol developed over 40 years ago, remains a vital part of industrial communication across…

Are Your Devices at Risk? Navigating Australia's 3G Network Closure

Introduction Australia's digital infrastructure is poised for a major leap forward as 3G networks sunset, paving the way for advanced 4G and 5G technologies. This shift, driven by leading operators like TPG Telecom, Telstra, and…

January 24, 2024

Why Half of School Transportation Officials Want Improved Driver Training and Monitoring

In a September 2023 survey by School Bus Fleet, school transportation officials reported the number one safety measure needed for school buses is “enhanced driver training and monitoring” (50% of respondents). What is driving this…

November 28, 2023

Why OEMs are Increasingly Relying on Industrial IoT

Industrial IoT (IIoT) refers to devices, sensors, and industrial applications networked together via Internet connectivity to collect, exchange, and analyze data. For Industrial OEMs, gateways and sensors mounted on equipment in the field collect real-world…

October 23, 2023

7 Things to Look for in a Telematics Platform

If you have a fleet of vehicles of any size, chances are it’s the backbone of your company, whether your team uses it for travel, service, or order fulfillment. This is true of businesses throughout…

October 23, 2023

OBD2 Codes Explained: A Complete Guide

If you manage a fleet of pickup trucks or light-duty vehicles, you've likely heard the term "OBD-II codes." Don't worry, it's not as complicated as it sounds. OBD-II codes are like messages from your vehicles,…

September 30, 2023

Solving Data Overload in Fleet Management

Inundated with more asset-tracking systems than ever, data overload has become a real problem for fleet enterprises. This is especially true for small to medium-sized ones, short on manual labor and needing the technology to…

September 30, 2023

The J1939 Protocol, Explained

You may have heard of J1939 and ECUs and CAN bus protocols, but what exactly do all these acronyms mean, and how do they relate to one another? In short, these devices make up the…

September 29, 2023

10 types of fleet tracking technologies (and how to use them)

Fleet management can be complex, especially when you want to continuously monitor and track your vehicles. Without the right technologies, businesses face problems such as inefficient routing, difficulty coordinating operations, and safety and compliance lapses.…

September 1, 2023

Top 7 Must-Have Features for a Fleet Management Solution

Fleet management is essential for any company in the transportation industry. Although several solutions are on the market, certain features separate an effective system from the rest. Implementing fleet management software should guarantee smooth operations…

August 23, 2023

Tire Monitor System - Prevent Blowouts and Protect Your Drivers, Trucks, and Cargo

What comes to mind when you think of under-inflated tires? A tire blowout? A tedious tire-changing process? Delayed goods? While these are undoubtedly frustrating, there are even more dangerous consequences. In fact, on average, there…