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technology in focus: Fleet management apps Mobile control Technology for mobile fleet managers focuses on filling the void by aaron huff T he transportation industry is replete with fleet management systems that automate the flow of information between the office and vehicles. From a driver's perspective, the latest advancements in mobile computing give them a more intuitive and structured workflow. On the opposite side of the spectrum, fleet executives and managers have complex and dynamic information needs. Their work changes constantly, and like drivers, they are frequently on the go. Companies that develop fleet manage- ment systems are creating new options for mobile fleet executives to run their businesses from a smartphone or tablet. Many fleet management systems already use a cloud computing model that makes it possible to access the software from any device with an Internet connection. Software developers now are taking fleet management to the next level of mobility with apps for smartphones and tablets. With these apps, users can get information faster, in a more consumable format, to make decisions quickly and respond to immediate events. To use PeopleNet's EventAlerter app, customers buy the company's Trip Recorder software that runs on its in-cab devices. When a critical safety event occurs, a notification is sent immediately to a mobile device. enterprise software systems for asset and nonasset transportation companies. Users can view numerous up-to-theminute reports and have custom exception alerts pushed to their smartphone or tablet through McLeod's Rapid Alert Notification System module. McLeod has added many new features to the mobile apps since it first intro- Enterprise apps McLeod Software has developed mobile apps for the Apple iOS and Android platforms. The apps are designed to replicate the same functions and reports in McLeod's LoadMaster and PowerBroker Reduce Your Fleet Costs ...with LubeR-FineR TRT.™ See the difference with Luber-finer TRT (Time Release Technology) filters. Specifically engineered to help reduce escalating fleetmaintenance costs and help heavy-duty fleets extend oil-change intervals by increasing the protection against oil degradation in modern diesel engines. External nitrile gasket Metering tube Liquid additive TRT™ additive basket Heavy-duty synthetic/ cellulose blend filter media Proven ROI... See how much your fleet can save! Use our TRT Fleet Calculator or online at: www.luberfiner.com/value-calculator • Provides an oil management system that goes beyond filtration • Increases protection against oil degradation • Reduces escalating fleet-maintenance costs • Meets or exceeds OEM specifications for capacity, efficiency and restriction Hotline (800) 882-0890 · www.luberfiner.com © 2013, Luber-finer is a registered trademark of Champion Laboratories, Inc. An ISO14001 and ISO/TS16949 registered company. 200 S. 4th Street Albion, IL 62806-1313 • 618-445-6011. 13-LFNA-0379 CCJ Feb 2013 halfpg ad.indd 1 30 commercial carrier journal | february 2013 Untitled-33 1 CCJ_0213_TechDept.indd 30 Text INFO to 205-289-3554 or visit www.ccjdigital.com/info 1/17/13 3:53 PMEST 1/23/13 9:31 AM 1/23/13 2:11 PM