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Three Ways The Transportation Industry Can Build Operational Agility

Posted on by Ashley Decollibus

In a rapidly shifting freight market, building operational agility is becoming essential for transportation leaders looking to stay ahead of volatility. In a new Forbes article, Phillips Connect’s General Manager and SVP of Products, Mark Wallin, lays out three practical strategies to help companies adapt and thrive.

Wallin emphasizes the importance of reallocating investment from simply expanding capacity to maximizing the utilization of existing assets, enabling fleets to get more value from what they already own. He also underscores the power of AI and automation to anticipate and plan for them proactively, driving smarter decision-making and reducing unpredictability. Together, these moves can help transportation organizations enhance efficiency and better navigate uncertainty. Read the full article here:

 

How GPS Trailer Tracking Transforms Hidden Fleet Assets Into Measurable Profit Gains

Posted on by Sam Bretzmann

If a third of your trailers vanished from view today, where would the losses show up first: stolen assets, detention fees, or missed turns in the yard? The bigger the network, the easier it is for trailers to drift into “unknown” status. GPS trailer tracking for fleets puts every unit back on the map with live location, dwell metrics, and asset health so operations teams can act in minutes, not days.

Identifying Hidden Costs and Strategies to Uncover Them

Theft and unauthorized use decrease when you can accurately track a trailer and receive alerts as soon as it moves. Issues like detention and under-utilization are minimized when you can identify idle time and redeploy parked resources. Maintenance also moves from a reactive to a planned approach when you gather real data on mileage, brakes, tires, and doors instead of relying on estimates.

What A Modern Platform Offers

  • Real-time location and geofencing: Track arrivals, departures, and off-route activities instantly.
  • Utilization reporting: Optimize trailer-to-tractor ratios and yard space by analyzing movement versus idle time.
  • Sensor integration: Connect TPMS, ABS codes, door status, temperature, and wheel-end heat for a unified view.
  • Hardware options: Choose between solar or battery-powered gateways for trailers, or a nose box hub to consolidate signals.

From Signals To Measurable Gains

Enhancing security leads to faster recoveries and fewer unauthorized activities. Yard operations improve by reassigning idle assets and reducing dwell time. Predictive alerts decrease unplanned downtime by identifying issues before they affect drivers. Accurate status updates and ETAs help streamline communication between dispatch, drivers, and customers.

How To Choose A Long-term Partner

1. Hardware durability and power life for untethered duty cycles.

2. Clear, actionable software that converts data into alerts, dashboards, and plans.

3. Scalability and integrations so trailer data can integrate with the rest of your technology stack.

Driving Smarter Fleet Operations

For fleets in Irvine, CA, and throughout North America, Phillips Connect provides the hardware, software, and support needed to integrate tractors and trailers. Our Smart7™ nosebox, SolarNet™, AssetTrac™, and Connect1 platform make GPS trailer tracking a seamless part of daily operations rather than just another dashboard tool. Explore how we help teams turn visibility into reliable capacity and lower risk with GPS trailer tracking for fleets.

FAQs

What is GPS trailer tracking, and why do fleets need it?

GPS trailer tracking utilizes devices and software to monitor each trailer’s location, movement, and status. This technology helps fleets reduce theft, minimize detention time, and avoid under-utilization, while also enhancing visibility and providing accurate estimates for customer arrival times (ETAs).

How does GPS trailer tracking reduce detention fees and dwell time?

By monitoring arrival and departure times, as well as idle periods through geofencing, GPS trailer tracking identifies when trailers remain inactive for too long. This allows for timely reassignments and adjustments, ultimately reducing detention fees and dwell time.

How do geofencing alerts improve trailer theft prevention and unauthorized use control?

Geofencing alerts immediately notify teams when a trailer exits a designated area or moves outside of approved hours. This enables a prompt response to unauthorized movements, resulting in fewer incidents of theft and quicker recovery times, supported by the location history provided by GPS trailer tracking.

What trailer sensors can integrate with GPS trailer tracking platforms?

Modern GPS trailer tracking platforms can integrate various trailer sensors, including Tire Pressure Monitoring Systems (TPMS), Anti-lock Braking System (ABS) codes, door status indicators, temperature sensors, and wheel-end heat monitors. This integration consolidates health and utilization data, aiding in effective maintenance and dispatch decisions.

Simplify Asset Tracking with Phillips Connect and Geotab

Posted on by Phillips Connect

Managing non-powered assets doesn’t have to be complicated. Discover how Phillips Connect’s AssetTrac delivers complete visibility and control — without relying on onboard power.

In this on-demand session, you’ll learn how fleets are using AssetTrac to gain real-time insights, reduce losses, and maximize utilization across every location.

 

Simple. Scalable. Built for the Real World.

AssetTrac is a high-performance, peel-and-stick GPS tracker that gives you total visibility from the yard to the most remote job sites. Just stick it on — no wiring, no downtime.

Now Available in the Geotab Marketplace

Through our partnership with Geotab, fleets can now access AssetTrac directly within the Geotab ecosystem for seamless visibility and control over every piece of equipment.

Detention Is a Trailer Problem, Not Just a Driver Problem

Posted on by Ashley Decollibus

Driver detention gets the headlines, but for larger carriers, trailer detention is often the more expensive blind spot. It’s the cost of sending a driver to pick up a “ready” load that hasn’t even started moving. It’s losing a driver for hours because no empties are available on site. It’s being unable to bill detention time accurately because you don’t actually know how long your trailer was in a door. 

With real-time trailer visibility from Phillips Connect, those headaches go away. 

Before dispatching a truck, operations teams can now check whether the trailer is loaded, staged, or still in a dock. They can see if the doors are open or closed. That simple level of insight turns guesswork into informed planning. If a load isn’t ready, they can redirect that driver and avoid turning a hook into a live load. 

On the back end, drop-and-hook visibility prevents drivers from getting stranded without a return trailer. If all empties are in use, dispatch knows before the driver even arrives. That gives the carrier leverage. Instead of deadheading away, they can notify the shipper they won’t pick up until an empty is available, which is a smart use of capacity in a tight market. 

Just as importantly, trailer visibility delivers the kind of data carriers can bill against. Instead of relying on manual input or vague time stamps, you can track exactly how long each trailer sat idle, whether it was unloaded on time, and when it became available again. That means fewer disputes and more accurate detention charges, and directly improving revenue per trailer. 

In today’s freight market, knowing what’s happening inside the trailer and across the yard isn’t a nice-to-have. It’s a competitive advantage. 

Phillips Taps Peter Harker as its New CFO

Posted on by Phillips Connect

Harker brings extensive strategic financial planning and analysis, reporting infrastructure and team leadership experience to oversee new growth phase for Phillips

Peter Harker

Phillips has appointed Peter Harker as Chief Financial Officer (CFO) to help scale the business and support the long-term success of its customers. As freight demand continues to grow, so does the need for innovative, high-quality commercial truck parts, solutions and smart trailer technologies that help fleet-based companies operate more efficiently. Harker will play a key role in guiding the company’s financial strategy as Phillips continues to grow its market share and innovate on behalf of its customers.

Harker assumes oversight for the financial health and strategic financial direction of Phillips Industries, Phillips Connect and Phillips Europe. He brings decades of leadership experience to the company’s financial planning and analysis, budgeting, and forecasting that supports long-term growth and profitability. Working alongside the Phillips leadership team, Harker will also oversee the company’s financial reporting, cash flow management, working capital optimization, and capital structure that ensures financial resilience.

“Our customers are at the center of everything we do, driving us to streamline, organize and simplify how we do business,” said Rob Phillips, CEO of Phillips. “Peter is exactly the right person to provide the kind of financial rigor and leadership that will enable us to embrace our growth opportunities, improve our speed of response and ultimately make Phillips the easiest solutions provider to work with in our category.”

Prior to joining Phillips, Harker held CFO and financial leadership roles with private-equity-backed companies in manufacturing, technology, medical devices and supply chain. He most recently served as the CFO at Dynex Technologies. Harker holds a Bachelor of Science and an MBA from Brigham Young University and began his career at Deloitte.

“Phillips is perfectly positioned to create meteoric growth by combining a culture of excellence with the trust, innovation and quality Phillips is known for,” said Harker. “I will be focused on leading this extraordinary team to seize every opportunity we have to grow the business and better serve existing and prospective customers.”

About Phillips

Phillips has delivered high-quality, award-winning truck and trailer solutions for nearly a century. With more than 2,000 employees in locations worldwide, including headquarters in Irvine, California and design, manufacturing and distribution facilities in North America and Europe, Phillips provides innovative, reliable solutions that keep the transportation industry moving. Phillips is an active member of the Technology and Maintenance Council (TMC), American Trucking Associations (ATA), Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), the Heavy Duty Manufacturing Association, and various state trucking associations. Phillips also maintains top industry certifications including NOM NIC, ISO/IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 and more. For more information, visit phillipsind.com.

How Smart Trailers Are Making Trucking More Efficient

Posted on by Ashley Decollibus

As the transportation industry bridges the gap to autonomous, smart trailers are making trucking more efficient, safer and more advanced than ever before.

There was a time when trailer telematics felt like a nice-to-have. A forward-thinking feature for fleets that wanted to be ahead of the curve. That time is over.

Today, smart trailer technology is a baseline requirement for fleets that want to stay competitive, profitable, and compliant. It’s not about bells and whistles – it’s about visibility, safety, uptime, and the ability to make fast, informed decisions across every part of your operation.

Here’s why trailer telematics is now a must-have.

You can’t manage what you can’t measure (or see).

If you don’t have visibility into your trailer fleet – its location, condition, load status, and availability – you’re not just flying blind. You’re falling behind.

Smart trailer systems give you real-time insight into where your assets are, how they’re being used, and what needs attention. Whether it’s knowing if a trailer is empty and ready for dispatch, identifying a brake system fault before it causes downtime, or understanding why detention is dragging out, connected smart trailer data turns uncertainty into actionable insight.

And when that data is delivered automatically – through reliable sensors, cameras, and GPS – it empowers your team to act faster, smarter, and with far less guesswork.

It’s the backbone of smarter maintenance.

Reactive maintenance is expensive. Unexpected breakdowns can sideline drivers, delay deliveries, and damage customer trust. Smart trailer technology helps fleets get ahead of mechanical issues, with automated fault code alerts for critical systems like ABS, tire pressure, lights, and more.

With the right platform, maintenance teams no longer need to dig through spreadsheets or rely on manual checks. They can see fault codes at a glance, prioritize repairs by severity, and schedule service before the issue escalates. This saves time, reduces costs, and keeps your trailers moving.

It sharpens your operational strategy.

When trailers are connected, operations teams gain access to real-time and historical data that can inform smarter planning. It affects everything from route optimization to asset allocation. Instead of guessing where underutilized trailers are sitting idle or relying on outdated reports to schedule pickups, fleet managers can pinpoint bottlenecks, reduce empty miles, and adjust trailer positioning dynamically based on actual demand.

This kind of intelligence allows for tighter route planning, better coordination with shippers and receivers, and more efficient yard operations. Over time, the data from connected trailers can help identify patterns and inefficiencies that manual systems simply can’t, giving operations teams a critical edge in making every stop count.

It drives better decisions across the board.

Operations. Maintenance. Safety. Compliance. When trailers are connected, every department benefits.

Load sensors can verify whether cargo is present and properly distributed. Door sensors can alert you to theft risk or improper loading. Utilization metrics can show which assets are underperforming. All of this adds up to a fleet that runs leaner, safer, and with far less waste.

And if you’re still relying on gut instinct or manual paperwork to track trailer usage, availability, or health, you’re missing out on opportunities to increase revenue and reduce cost.

It protects your most valuable resource: your drivers.

Trailer technology isn’t just about the trailer. It directly impacts driver satisfaction and safety.

Nothing kills morale faster than being sent out with equipment that fails on the road – or waiting hours at a drop yard because no one knows which trailer is ready. Telematics helps dispatchers and drivers align more effectively, avoid bad assignments, and stay focused on the job, not the hassle.

By catching safety issues before the trailer leaves the yard and streamlining trailer selection and handoff, smart trailer systems reduce friction for drivers—and help fleets stand out in a market where driver retention is more critical than ever.

The bottom line? Smart trailers drive smart business.

Fleets that invest in smart trailer technology don’t just gain visibility. They gain leverage.

At Phillips Connect, we help fleets move faster with connected solutions that deliver real-time trailer intelligence – from fault codes to location, load status to door events. Our technology helps you turn every trailer into a fully visible, highly optimized asset that supports your people, your margins, and your reputation.

If you’re still thinking about trailer telematics as a future upgrade, here’s your wake-up call: the future is already here.

Smart trailers are making trucking more efficient. They’re no longer a luxury. They’re a necessity.

Don’t get stuck in the drop yard. Visit https://www.phillips-connect.com today to learn more.

FAQs

What is a smart trailer?

A smart trailer is a semi-trailer fitted with sensors and an on-trailer gateway that collects and transmits real-time trailer telematics data including location, condition, and the status of things like trailer doors, cargo, TPMS, lights and brakes.

What data do smart trailers collect?

Smart trailers report: GPS/location and movement, cargo events (door open/close, CargoVision camera), trailer health (lights, brakes, tires), and power status (solar/battery metrics).

Are smart trailers worth the investment?

Yes, our customers think so. Industry case studies and Phillips Connect ROI data show savings from theft prevention and recovery, reduced roadside breakdowns (via pre-checks/diagnostics), and better utilization. Actual ROI will depend on fleet specifics; our SaaS platform, Connect1 includes ROI calculators to estimate impact.

How do smart trailer anti-theft systems work?

Hardwired GPS trackers + sensors provide the strongest theft-resistance. Phillips Connect offers covert hard-wired trackers and battery/solar-powered solutions  that keep transmitting when the trailer is disconnected from a trailer/cab. Paired with Phillips Connect door sensors and Connect1 alerts, you receive near-real-time notifications and a significantly increased chance of recovery.

The 1%: Understanding Trailer Utilization 

Posted on by Amber White

It’s safe to say that ROI is a crucial factor in any educated business decision – especially in transportation. Fleets want to know that their investments are worth the financial commitment. But what they don’t know is that the “seemingly smart” investment of a new trailer might in fact cost them money. 

Trailer utilization is often overlooked as a major player in a fleet’s ROI. Lack of proper utilization can result in superfluous trips made, extra money wasted on fuel, unnecessary “wear and tear” on your trailer, and significantly slower trailer turn time. If a fleet can improve the way it uses its current inventory, it could reduce its trailer inventory by anywhere between 1 and 20%. Although that percentage seems relatively small, if you look at a fleet with 10,000 trailers, 1% would eliminate the need for 100 trailers. That’s 100 trailers stuck in the drop yard and ultimately, generating no revenue. If that didn’t drive the point home, the current market price of a trailer is now $40,000 on average. So the 100 trailers sitting in your drop yard cost your operation $4 million – just to sit there and depreciate. 

Once you can properly assess your fleet capacity, you may realize that you only need 80 percent of the trailers you currently have. Maybe you can haul 10% more freight with the same amount of trailers you already have. So that 1% could really be 20%, adding more than $1,000 per year in additional revenue on each trailer. The numbers don’t lie. Fleet capacity matters!

Remember: More loads with the same trailers = more revenue.

In a separate scenario, let’s assume a fleet has 2 loads to transport that day. With 1 trailer, the fleet can haul 1 load. But with 2 trailers, the fleet can haul 1 load – or 2 loads. With the ability to fully understand its total trailer capacity from the inside-out, the fleet can increase its efficiency and utilization, hauling 5 loads in 3 trailers rather than 5 loads in 6 trailers.

In the same scenario, a fleet that sends trucks looking for empty or healthy trailers is burning excess deadhead (unpaid) miles, which can result in millions of unnecessary miles annually. Let’s not forget the cost of fuel for those millions of miles or the maintenance costs that the wear and tear will inevitably incur.

So with all this information, how can you better understand your trailer, increase your operational efficiency, and truly master trailer utilization? 

The implementation of sensors, gateways, and smart technology on trailers is changing the way fleets manage their most valuable assets. Sensors like Phillips Connect’s CargoVision™ can provide a real-time glimpse inside the trailer, offering a volumetric view that predicts how full a trailer is and even suggests the time it will take to unload. Unlike other cargo sensors, this camera is mounted in the rear and is forward-facing to offer the fleet managers an unobstructed view of the load. 

Phillips Connect takes it one step further with its detention scheduler tool in the Connect1™ user interface. With this, carriers can put in detention schedules based on a specific geofence category or other attributes. Phillips Connect’s model looks at entry time, when the clock starts, the number of free days, and if detention should end when the trailer goes from loaded to empty on an inbound trailer, outbound trailer, or both. It also allows for a graduated charging schedule (ex. Day 1 = $20, Day 2 = $20, Day 3 = $50, etc.). The Connect1™ detention scheduler is customizable and can be accessed from anywhere and at any time. Our customers’ goal is to not bill detention, but to rather help their own customers increase trailer turn time – because hauling freight means generating revenue.

Nussbaum, a very distinguished Phillips Connect partner, places significant importance on its drivers because finding a trailer in the right status can make or break the fleet’s productivity. During the Phillips Connect ROI exercise, Nussbaum assumed $100 of extra detention per trailer per year over a 10-year period. In the model, the assumption was made that detention would yield $1M over those 10 years. Its overall ROI assumptions yielded an expected ROI percentage of 653.30% with the payback period of 0.38 years.

In 19 months (January 2021 – July 2022), actual billable detention on just one customer was recognized at $363K using the Connect1™ platform. When annualizing Nussbaum’s customer example over the 10-year model, it would collect more than $2M in detention, taking its original ROI assumptions from 653.30% to 718.20% – and reducing its payback period from 0.38 years to 0.34 years. Now imagine applying the Connect1 detention model across your entire fleet. That’s the power of trailer utilization.

Don’t get stuck in the drop yard. Visit https://www.phillips-connect.com to learn how Phillips Connect can increase your ROI today.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

What is fleet utilization?

Fleet utilization measures how effectively a fleet’s vehicles are being used by  comparing actual operating hours or miles against total available hours or assets. High utilization means trucks and trailers are working productively and making money for the organization instead of sitting idle.

How does trailer tracking directly improve our fleet’s asset utilization?

Trailer tracking provides the real-time data necessary to make smarter, faster decisions. By knowing the exact location and status of every trailer whether it’s empty, loaded, or awaiting unloading,dispatchers can quickly assign the closest available trailer to a new job. This drastically reduces the amount of time trailers sit idle in yards or at docks, effectively allowing you to do more jobs with the same number of assets and potentially delaying capital expenditures on new equipment.

How do I maximize fleet utilization?

You can improve utilization by:

  • Using telematics and tracking to reduce idle time and empty miles.
  • Right-sizing your fleet so assets match demand.
  • Optimizing routes and loads with dispatch software.
  • Improving maintenance planning to reduce downtime.
  • Sharing visibility between drivers, dispatch, and customers to avoid delays.

Phillips Connect helps fleets maximize utilization by providing real-time trailer visibility, health data, and alerts through its Smart7 gateway and Connect1 platform, so assets spend more time on the road and less time sitting idle.

Optimize Efficiency and Reducing Waste with Smart Sensor Technology

Posted on by Ashley Decollibus

Discover how Phillips Connect is revolutionizing fleet management.

In today’s demanding logistics landscape, every mile, load, and minute matters. Fleet operators are under pressure to cut costs, reduce emissions, and maximize uptime. The solution? Smarter trailers, powered by advanced sensor technology.

Our latest white paper, “Optimizing Efficiency and Reducing Waste with Smart Sensor Technology,” explores how real-time data and smart diagnostics are helping leading fleets.

Download the full white paper to learn how the smartest fleets are doing more with less.

Phillips Connect Smart Trailer Technology: Fleet Optimization that Means Something

Posted on by Ashley Decollibus

At Phillips Connect, we know that the transportation industry is more competitive than ever. Fleet owners are constantly seeking ways to improve efficiency, reduce operational costs, and increase your ROI, and it is our goal to provide meaningful, actionable insights to help your bottom line. 

Phillips Connect offers smart trailer solutions that translate into real savings that optimize your fleet. Our solutions harness cutting-edge technology that helps you build a better business. 

Tangible Returns

We are not here to simply claim ROI – let us show you the difference that our smart trailer technology makes. Let’s dive into the real numbers and the return you can expect.

If a 10,000 trailer fleet invested in Phillips Connect smart trailer solutions they could expect annual benefits such as: 

  • 45 new tractors: By maximizing the efficiency and safety of existing trailers, you can redirect funds that would have been spent on additional tractors, thus expanding your fleet without the additional capital expenditure.
  • 165 new trailers: The data-driven Smart Trailer insights help extend the lifespan of your current trailers. Delaying new trailer purchases means you can free up funds for other investments.
  • 109 more dispatchers: Improved fleet visibility and predictive maintenance reduce the workload on your dispatchers, allowing you to consider expanding your team and handling a larger operation.
  • 1.3 million gallons of diesel: Optimizing routes and getting the most out of every stop means significant fuel savings and lower operational costs.
  • 82 more drivers: As your fleet becomes more efficient and reliability improves, you can add new drivers to meet growing demand.
  • Over 13,000 tires: The Smart-Trailer system helps you make proactive decisions about tire maintenance and replacement, leading to substantial savings over time.

Understanding the Benefits

The Phillips Connect smart trailer system combines cutting-edge technology to provide comprehensive insights into your fleet’s performance and safety. The Smart7 gateway combined with our comprehensive sensor solutions provide monitoring for various critical components for your trailers, including:

  • Remote Pre√: Perform remote diagnostics on vital systems for seamless maintenance and safety, even when tractor power is unavailable.
  • TPMS√: Monitor tire pressure and temperature to reduce costs, enhance safety, and prevent violations.
  • ATIS Regulator√: Ensure precise tire inflation for maximum fuel efficiency, tire longevity, and overall safety.
  • Door√: Safeguard your cargo and streamline operations by tracking door events, enhancing security, and providing proof of door status.
  • CargoVision: Gain visibility within minutes into your cargo’s condition, deterring theft, streamlining loading processes, and providing proof of detention when needed. With features like load securement verification, floorspace and volumetric utilization, and machine learning outputs, CargoVision is a game-changer for the transportation industry. 

Connect1 — the Central Hub for Your Smart Trailers

The Phillips Connect Connect1 platform is user-friendly and keeps all of your valuable sensor data at your fingertips in real time. The platform provides powerful features such as:

  • Lightning-fast drill down and powerful search tools to sift through data in seconds.
  • Custom reporting tools and maintenance schedules to manage assets efficiently.
  • Advanced notifications, geofencing, and sub-geofencing for real-time location tracking and alerts.
  • Visibility to asset list, immersive fleet analytics, and custom dashboard for comprehensive fleet insights.
  • Maintenance management and asset alerts to preemptively tackle issues and reduce downtime.

 

The Phillips Connect smart trailer solution empowers fleet owners to make data-driven decisions that have a tangible and substantial impact on their bottom line. By equipping a fleet of 10,000 trailers with Phillips smart trailer solutions, the potential return extends beyond cost savings. It can lead to fleet expansion, improved safety, and the opportunity to invest in significant advancements.

The real numbers are not only impressive but also demonstrate that the Phillips Connect smart trailer system is a game-changer for the transportation industry. In a landscape where efficiency and profitability are paramount, this technology is your key to success.

Investing in this innovative solution is about going beyond cost savings, and transforming your fleet. With Phillips Connect smart trailer solutions, the road ahead looks more promising than ever.

Click here to contact the Phillips Connect Solutions team. 

 

Geotab and Phillips Connect Address Transportation Sector Challenges Through the Availability of Asset Tracker

Posted on by Phillips Connect

MyGeotab users now have access to Phillips Connect asset tracking and management solutions with just a few simple clicks

Irvine, CA (October 18, 2022) – Global IoT and connected transportation leaders, Geotab and Phillips Connect announced today that StealthNet™ and SolarNet™ asset tracking and management solutions are now available through the Geotab Marketplace Order Now program. Phillips Connect solutions are fully integrated with the MyGeotab platform, providing users with faster access to analytics that help increase operational efficiency and lower operating costs.

Phillips Connect is a trusted name in asset tracking and management, with tens of thousands of devices in operation today. StealthNet™ and SolarNet™ are IP67 rated, making them ideal solutions for capturing actionable data from trailers, chassis, containers, equipment, and light-duty vehicles that operate in harsh conditions. They are also easy to install, require almost no ongoing maintenance and are expandable to interface with other sensors through hard-wire and Bluetooth connectivity.

“We’ve made work easier for our customers by integrating our most popular asset management solutions to be accessible, and interface seamlessly within MyGeotab,” says Phillips Connect’s VP of Customer Experience, Jessica Smith. “Phillips Connect and Geotab share a passion and expertise to deliver information that enhances our customers’ businesses. We’re proud to deliver it with a great user experience.”

Geotab’s robust integration infrastructure enables seamless user experiences across a broad spectrum of third-party technology and solutions available through the Marketplace. This allows MyGeotab users to easily gather and analyze data through a single platform, rather than having to access multiple platforms and managing data separately.

Economic and societal pressures are leaving commercial transportation businesses more vulnerable to the negative impact of issues that challenge the sector, such as trailer and cargo theft and loss, and inefficient asset and time management. Phillips Connect’s technology available through the Geotab Marketplace Order Now program helps users procure solutions quickly and conveniently, allowing them to make informed decisions that can help mitigate risk, improve productivity, and create cost efficiency.

The integrated solution provides users with the ability to track assets diligently to manage theft or loss, automate yard checks, and help identify maintenance issues before costly repairs are needed.

Key benefits of the integrated solution include:
● Allows for total awareness of trailer health with deep data insights and analysis in real time
● Enables comprehensive monitoring of chassis sensors to receive status updates and notifications to help identify issues before they arise
● Helps users monitor location and status of containers and cargo with real-time alerts
● Provides visibility into location and status of small vehicles and heavy equipment with high-performance tracking

“We see the needs of our customers changing as today’s inflationary pressures, labor challenges and a strained supply chain challenge their business. It’s our duty to continue to find ways to cater to the evolving needs of those we serve,” says Geotab’s Vice President, Enterprise Solutions, Scott Sutarik. “By providing our customers with seamless access to leading asset management solutions at the click of a button, we empower them to make smart and nimble business decisions that yield tremendous value.”

Geotab and Phillips Connect began their partnership in 2019. Geotab launched the Order Now program in 2021, allowing users access to Marketplace solutions directly within the MyGeotab platform by simply using the “Add to Cart” button.

To learn more about the Phillips Connect solutions and Geotab’s Order Now program, visit: https://marketplace.geotab.com/solutions/phillips-connect/.