Growing a small business can be demanding. With the current state of safety and the economy in South Africa, some of the usual challenges facing these small-scale enterprises can multiply tenfold. From hijacking trucks and business fleets to our current economic environment, South Africa can be a risky country to start a fleet business in. That said, Cartrack provides GPS (Global Positioning System) vehicle tracking solutions to help entrepreneurs equip themselves against these issues.
GPS tracking is an effective tool for assisting the growth of small enterprises. Here are a few key features of GPS tracking that can help improve fleet productivity, save company costs and boost customer retention.
While the smaller businesses in South Africa face challenges, there are always solutions, such as Cartrack’s many effective GPS solutions. Explore this variety of problems and solutions below.
Inexperience and safety issues can affect any business, these issues may cause young businesses to buckle under the weight, especially with the associated costs it may drain. Find out more about these issues below:
Learn more about our SVR and, as we mentioned, our ability to track and record driver behaviour to keep your fleet safe and all connected costs inside rather than outside your pocket.
Growing enterprises find it more challenging to grow in a struggling economy, as less funding may become available from hesitant investors, and the demand for certain products they are selling may be low due to individuals looking to save money.
Explore how a shortfall in entrepreneurial and management skills and fuel prices is getting in the way of small enterprises making money in the South African economy, followed by how Cartrack’s fleet management platform’s all-in-one GPS vehicle tracking solutions and precise vehicle tracking can combat these issues.
Learn how your small enterprise can cut costs and grow in this challenging environment with Cartrack’s GPS and Fleet Management Solution
Cartrack’s fleet management platform has various features and solutions, many of which are connected to live GPS vehicle tracking. Some have already been mentioned, such as tracking and recording harsh driving behaviours, tracking SVU units, and precise location tracking.
You can also easily see which vehicles are on and which are off in real time, which are visible and vice versa, and easily search for any car via “Fleet Search” to explore its specific details.
This platform can help simplify the management process by providing numerous easy-to-access tools in one technological space, making all tasks that much easier to delegate and implement.
Saving on fuel costs combats the issue of high fuel prices, saving small enterprises money, which acts as a defence against the country’s economic state.
Cartrack’s GPS tracking technology’s precise tracking of fleets allows managers to understand the routes in detail and optimise them for fuel costs and avoidable maintenance and repair expenses brought on by wear and tear.
Pro-active route adjustment and the ability to adjust them in real-time in response to unexpected events such as accidents and traffic jams means that your investment in our GPS tracking technology is more than worth the long-term savings.
The general public’s view of GPS tracking in South Africa is that its primary purpose is protecting private vehicles from rampant hijacking and cargo theft on the country’s roads.
That said, small businesses are a cornerstone of the economy, and GPS tracking offers a significant opportunity to enhance operations and competitiveness.
Given the unique challenges, such as traffic congestion, fuel costs, and security concerns, GPS tracking can provide valuable solutions for small businesses looking to optimise their operations and remain competitive.
Luckily, Cartrack offers you even more solutions to boost your small enterprise, such as our tailored vehicle tracking solutions.
Consider Cartrack's tailored vehicle tracking solutions to enhance safety, tackle theft, and mitigate any costs that may arise from hijacking or car and fleet theft.
Contact us today to keep track of your fleet and expand your business.
Q: How do you monitor a fleet of vehicles?
A: Telematics and GPS tracking help you monitor fleets in real time, assembling data such as the fleet’s location, engine diagnostics, servicing, idling status, and more.
Q: What are some tips for effective fleet management?
A: Fleet management issues can include anything from managing multiple employees and vehicles to ensuring that all fleet vehicles are serviced on time. However, Cartrack’s fleet management solutions can empower fleet managers by automating and simplifying these management tasks.
Fleet managers should also prioritise safety, communicate and lead well, and understand business and cost management.
Q: Which vehicle tracker is best in South Africa?
A: Cartrack has the highest stolen vehicle recovery rate in South Africa, at approximately 90%. In addition, compared to other South African companies on Hello Peter, we have the highest trust rating.
At Cartrack, we earn trust by providing our clients with high-efficiency solutions that revolutionise fleet management for any business looking to grow and optimise.
Contact us to find out more.
Cartrack's GPS tracking for small business fleets in South Africa helps cut costs, enhance safety, and improve fleet management. See how it works for you.
