GPS Systems

GPS systems provide a number of applications and solutions for businesses

Global Positioning System (GPS): This constellation of 24 satellites orbiting the earth is used as a navigation system that allows users to pinpoint their exact location using special receivers. Originally designed for military use, GPS navigation systems now have a wide range of applications. They are perhaps best known as a common option for new automobiles, but GPS devices and technology can also be used for a variety of commercial applications.

GPS software, for instance, can be used to expedite logistics or ease business travel. And the handy GPS devices also improve accuracy, security and productivity depending on the type of business you run.

Some of the many commercial uses for GPS systems include:

1. Manage a fleet. By equipping your fleet vehicles with GPS tracking equipment, you can track vehicles, assess logistics and pinpoint solutions for improvement.
2. Improve accuracy. Construction and surveying are exacting sciences that benefit from GPS devices, which decrease errors.
3. Increase productivity. Farmers benefit from GPS farming systems that allow them to track field operations, map field conditions and analyze data for planting and irrigation.

Compare GPS navigation systems before you buy

Not all GPS devices are the same. Consider power, signal strength, visual displays, features and cost when shopping for a GPS system.

GPS devices can be used in automobiles, boats and airplanes

If your vehicle, boat or airplane doesn't come automatically equipped with a GPS system, you can invest in portable GPS systems that work from any vehicle.

Commercial GPS systems can be used for surveying, construction and agriculture

Farming has gone high-tech, along with other vocations that have jumped on the GPS bandwagon. Contractors and land surveyors also benefit from using customized commercial GPS systems.

GPS tracking software can be used to monitor and protect fleet vehicles

GPS tracking allows you to audit your drivers and gives you a better chance of recovering stolen fleet vehicles.

Online GPS tracking is a viable option for small businesses

Rather than investing and maintaining GPS software and tracking systems, you can opt to track your fleet with online tools. Some providers of GPS fleet management systems offer monthly billing and online tracking.

• Using GPS fleet management systems, fleet managers can find ways to consolidate routes to cut fuel costs.
• For salespeople, GPS devices can minimize driving time. GPS navigation systems prevent you from getting lost, and may come equipped with features that guide you around traffic tie-ups and road construction delays.
• Fleet managers may be able to track local vehicles by equipping them nothing more than GPS trackers or beacons in the vehicles.

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