The initiative is expected to provide real-time actionable data to improve driver behaviour and company performance.
The first phase of the project – which will see 49 vehicles fitted with tracking units to monitor fleet performance – is already underway.
Phase two, which commenced earlier this year, will see an additional 110 vehicles (105 vans and five heavy goods vehicles HGVs) fitted with the same tracking units, including Remote Tacho Download (RTD). The transition to Microlise technology will enable integration with LF&E’s existing web portal, reading temperature data from a pre-existing solution that’s connected to the group’s software.
Next month, LF&E will add Microlise technology to an additional 100 vehicles, replacing its existing hardware with the latest Microlise tracking units. He final stage of implementation, which is anticipated for Q1 2024, will introduce the SmartPod driver connected mobility solution. This product will enhance driver route visibility, track arrival and departure times for performance analysis.
The journey management module is a component of all phases and will be rolled out across the company’s 259 vehicle fleet.
Additionally, LF&E will implement full sign-on-glass technology for proof of delivery and collection data visibility.
Ian Kirkwood, head of new business for Microlise, said: “Our advanced technology will provide the company with a comprehensive solution to track and analyse its fleet, enhance driver behaviour, and improve overall efficiency.”
LF&E have also adopted Microlise’s compliance module, powered by TruTac, for better visibility of vehicle availability and usage.