State aims to meet environmental targets under
Whitmer's directive with help from telematics and fleet management
leaders
LAS VEGAS, July 9, 2024 /CNW/ - Geotab Inc. ("Geotab"), a
global leader in connected transportation solutions and Wheels, a
leading fleet management company in North
America, are partnering to provide telematics solutions
to the State of Michigan. This
move advances the state's executive directive to decarbonize its
fleet by starting the conversion of state owned vehicles to
zero-emission vehicles by 2040, as directed by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer.
Telematics and data insights will allow Michigan to achieve its goal of efficient and
cost-effective conversion to zero-emission vehicles. The state
fleet will benefit from the following reports to facilitate the
transition:
- Fleet Benchmarking & Vehicle Utilization Assessment:
The state will receive benchmarking insights on vehicle
utilization, fuel efficiency, enabling the identification of areas
for improvement.
- EV Suitability Assessment Report: Driving patterns of
the state's fleet will be analyzed to determine the most suitable
vehicles for electrification, supported by a business case focused
on return on investment.
- Charging Infrastructure Assessment Report: A detailed
plan for charging infrastructure will be provided, using predictive
analytics and geospatial analysis to determine the number and
location of charging stations needed.
- CO2 Emissions Report: Geotab uses engine based fuel
economy data to calculate the estimated CO2 emissions due to fleet
activity.
"Our primary goal is to align with Gov. Whitmer's directive to
transition our fleet to zero-emission vehicles by 2040. Selecting a
data-driven approach was a strategic decision to meet this mandate
seamlessly and cost-effectively," said Sherri Irwin, director of the Office of Support
Services in the Michigan Department of Technology, Management &
Budget. "Using state vehicle data, we can make informed decisions
and anticipate improvements in fleet management, from reducing
operational costs to improving efficiency."
Data analytics will provide information the State of Michigan needs to effectively
transition its fleet to zero-emission vehicles. This strategic move
not only accelerates the decarbonization process but also focuses
on the byproduct benefits that telematics can deliver.
The adoption of telematics is for more than just environmental
gains. It can provide significant operational advantages, such as
fuel management , and engine diagnostics. The latter can provide
early detection of maintenance needs, thereby reducing vehicle
downtime allowing more time to support the community.
"Our collaboration with Michigan is just beginning as we assist the
state in achieving its emissions reduction targets," stated
Neil Garrett, AVP Public Sector at
Geotab. "While our initial focus is on supporting Michigan's decarbonization efforts, equipping
the state's fleet with Geotab telematics does far more. It provides
a wealth of data insights that will help streamline fleet
management across the board, enhancing everything from safety and
compliance to productivity and efficiency. "
"Understanding and aligning with each client's specific
requirements is at the core of what we do at Wheels. We are excited
to partner with Geotab to be part of the State of Michigan's journey to zero
emissions," said Laura Jozwiak,
Wheels Chief Client Officer. "By harnessing comprehensive
telematics data, the State of
Michigan can more easily reach its environmental
targets."
Geotab has solidified its role as a trusted telematics partner
for government agencies, notably by the reaffirmation of the
world's largest telematics contract from the General Services
Administration (GSA). The company's robust security measures are
verified by FedRAMP and ISO 27001 certifications for
its telematics platform. The effectiveness of these security
protocols is reflected in the achievement of one million public
sector subscriptions, indicating strong confidence in Geotab's
secure and reliable services.
To learn more about the contract, please visit:
https://www.geotab.com/government/
To learn more about Wheels, please visit
https://www.wheels.com
About Geotab
Geotab, the global leader in connected vehicle and asset
solutions, leverages advanced data analytics and AI to enhance
fleet performance, safety, and sustainability while optimizing
costs. Backed by a team of industry leading data scientists,
engineers and AI experts, we serve over 50,000 customers across 160
countries, processing billions of data points hourly from more than
4 million vehicles. Data security and privacy are at the forefront
of all we do—trusted by Fortune 500 organizations and some of the
largest public sector fleets in the world, we meet top
cybersecurity standards. Geotab's open platform and diverse Geotab
Marketplace offers hundreds of fleet-ready third-party solutions.
Learn more at www.geotab.com and follow us on LinkedIn or
visit Geotab News and Views.
About Wheels
As one of the largest fleet management and mobility solutions
providers in North America, Wheels
delivers a full range of products and services that keep businesses
and their mobile workforce moving efficiently and safely. Wheels
supports end-to-end solutions for more than 1,000 clients,
representing 800,000+ vehicles – from battery electric sedans to
service vans, class eight trucks and equipment. In 1939 Wheels
invented the fleet industry, and we continue to shape the future of
mobility by delivering experiences that our customers love.
Discover how we are driving the future for our clients by visiting
www.wheels.com.
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