Enterprise fleet management, or telematics, which is the integration of telecommunications and informatics, has transformed the way organizations manage their fleets. The ability to monitor, analyze, and optimize the movement of vehicles and equipment is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring safety. Access Control Group (ACG) recognizes these challenges and has developed a groundbreaking solution–the ADVANCED Telematics System–to revolutionize enterprise fleet management. Traditional telematics systems provided basic vehicle tracking and communication func ..read more

Airports are bustling centers of activity, with planes taking off and landing, passengers arriving and departing, and cargo being loaded and unloaded. Amidst this dynamic environment, there’s a crucial yet often overlooked aspect that keeps the aviation industry soaring smoothly: Ground Support Equipment (GSE). GSE plays a significant role in airport operations, and the shift towards electric GSE (eGSE) is an energy-friendly and environmentally-conscious trend that requires comprehensive fleet management solutions to enhance safety, efficiency, and optimization.   What is Ground Support ..read more

Fleet equipment plays a pivotal role in various sectors like manufacturing, logistics, construction, and transportation. Moreover, powered fleets comprise a wide range of equipment, including vehicles, machinery, tools, and more. Asset tracking solutions have become essential tools for businesses operating powered fleets because they offer real-time visibility, precise location tracking, and valuable data insights. By implementing asset trackers, businesses can streamline operations, optimize resource allocation, enhance security, and maximize asset productivity. However, finding your ideal a ..read more

In today’s data-driven world, fleet management companies and service providers are quickly recognizing the importance of investing in analytics platforms to gain valuable insights. According to Grand View Research, the global advanced analytics market was valued at USD 34.56 billion in 2021 and is expected to expand at a CAGR of 21.1% from 2022 to 2030. Despite the significant adoption rate of analytics solutions, many companies struggle to effectively utilize the data they collect without recognizing the benefits of open source software.  Luckily, Access Control Group’s (ACG) industrial ..read more

AssetPro 360 is Access Control Group’s (ACG) cloud business intelligence platform that integrates with our diverse portfolio of asset management devices (Vital, Advanced, Ultimate, and CellTrac). AssetPro 360 offers reporting on key vitals of powered equipment, chargers, batteries, and operational staff to keep industrial operations up and running as smoothly as possible. Offering benefits for a broad range of workplaces including warehouses, distribution centers, ports, airport ground support, and construction sites – AssetPro 360 is customizable and has an open API to easily integrate with o ..read more

Workplace productivity has become the main priority of most businesses. In the industrial sector, more and more businesses are adopting impressive telematics systems with predictive maintenance and cloud-based analytics. While money is often the motive, many businesses fail to consider the crucial role that workplace safety plays in keeping productivity at an all time high and worker’s compensation claims at an all time low. June 14th marks national forklift safety day. While it is good to get a refresher on the latest safety protocols during this time of year, businesses should consider integ ..read more

Manufacturing facilities, distribution centers, and airport ground support all have one major thing in common – they all strive to keep their operations at optimum efficiency to reduce costs and maximize ROI. Fleet managers have a lot on their plate, and in today’s age of technological innovation, businesses that do not adopt automation and integrated fleet management systems are at a major disadvantage. There are several areas of business that must be considered to improve fleet productivity. To be successful, fleet managers should investigate these four key methods to optimize their operatio ..read more

Fleets large or small, in the industrial market, maximum uptime is essential, safety is a must, and minimizing costs is celebrated. In our fast-paced world, manual operations are no longer enough. Today, more and more industrial facilities like manufacturing and distribution centers are adopting cloud-based analytics solutions to help their operations run smoother. In fact, now that we have entered the fourth industrial revolution (industry 4.0), it is essential for businesses to leverage intelligent cloud-based systems to keep up with the demand and remain competitive in their offering. Cloud ..read more

Designed to alert, warn, and assist drivers, blind spot collision assistance is a type of proximity warning system that detects and notifies drivers of obstacles surrounding their vehicles. According to a September 2018 study conducted by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety, crash involvement rates were 14% and 23% lower in vehicles equipped with blind spot assistance monitoring. Currently implemented in a variety of industrial use cases, industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) based warning systems provide the same advanced safety features in manufacturing and distribution facilities as t ..read more

Whether in a warehouse or distribution center, asset tracking in industrial environments has its complications. With the need to track and monitor product, equipment, vehicles, and employees – it is essential that businesses integrate a reliable asset tracking system into their operations. Tracking devices must be rugged enough to withstand harsh conditions in manufacturing facilities and must utilize optimal wireless technologies to deliver accurate readings. With all kinds of asset tracking solutions available on the market, the following are six key things to consider to ensure your selecti ..read more