A New York Department of Labor employee is suing his previous employer for
planting a GPS tracking device on his personal vehicle. The man, who
was fired in August of 2010 for suspected time-sheet violations, is suing
the New York Department of Labor for implanting a GPS device in his car in
2008 while he was at work. The data from this device was a major factor in his
termination.
The man and the ACLU have filed a petition against the state. Currently the
matter awaits a ruling in the NY state appeals court.
The device was actually installed by the Inspector General’s office. However,
the New York branch of the ACLU cites that the covert GPS tracking system violates the state’s constitution.
From http://blogs.villagevoice.com/runninscared/2011/09/department_of_l.php
Saving cash is important in any business, and with the help of GPS tracker technology
companies that rely on a fleet of vehicles can cut their costs while simultaneously
increasing their productivity.
Case in point, Columbus Water Works recently installed a GPS tracking system
in their fleet of vehicles, and they found that this system effectively increased their productivity by about 15
percent, which allowed them to increase preventive maintenance work order
scheduling by 25 percent. That extra work, without overtime shifts or more pay
was able to reduce the fleet maintenance expenses by one quarter as well.
As anyone with a fleet of vehicles can tell you the maintenance
expenses of the vehicles is one of the biggest expenses that you can
incur. Cutting these costs with the help of GPS tracking devices represent a
significant savings.
Source: http://www.fieldtechnologiesonline.com/article.mvc/Columbus-Water-Works-Increases-Driver-0001
A suspect currently being held without bond at a downtown
Chicago’s Metropolitan Correctional Center on suspicion of robbing a bank found
out that when you take the cash in a sack you get something else that you do
not want, a GPS tracking device.
The device, which helped agents to locate the suspect after he allegedly made off
with roughly $400 from a Bank of America branch in Evanston, Illinois last
week, was included in the bag by the bank staff. The GPS tracker emitted a signal
precise enough that it allowed a team led by the FBI and the Evanston police
force to track him after he left the scene of the crime on foot. The device
tracked him all the way to Chicago before he was arrested.
Source:
http://www.chron.com/news/article/FBI-Ill-officers-used-GPS-device-to-find-suspect-2134491.php
Here’s another story about GPS tracker devices and solving crimes.
According to the New York Post a sting involving a GPS tracking unit has resulted in the exposure of a Diamond District mailman thief possibly responsible for multiple stolen packages containing jewelry over the last several months. The mailman was taken into custody and later released on bail.
The sting worked by placing a GPS tracker in a package designed to send an alert when opened. When the suspected mail carrier opened the package, which he thought contained diamonds, authorities were notified of his exact location.
GPS tracking of packages is not only for police stings. Businesses often use GPS tracking to track their deliveries and provide their customers with detailed delivery information. This results in improved customer relations.
News Source: http://www.nypost.com/p/news/local/manhattan/postal_jewel_heists_FvvaslMped4TSG4QCIH4bK
Find out more about GPS tracking for businesses.
Here’s a great GPS news story from Australia:
A man monitoring his excavator via GPS tracking software recently watched in real-time as a thief towed away the costly piece of machinery which he had equipped with a GPS tracking device . During a trek of more than 30-miles, the GPS tracking software indicated the speed and location of the excavator as it was hauled by the tow truck. After monitoring the entire episode via real time GPS tracking on his computer, the owner of the excavator called local authorities and told them exactly where to intercept the suspect as he continued to tow the excavator. The suspect was taken into custody and the excavator was recovered without damage.
The above story is a great example of GPS tracking solutions at work for business owners. Without the GPS tracking system installed on the excavator, and the sophistication of GPS tracking software, its possible the excavator might not have been recovered, resulting in considerable loss.
Source: http://moorabbin-leader.whereilive.com.au/news/story/gotcha-1/
We’ve often written about the benefits of GPS trackers for construction companies, including tracking heavy equipment and building materials. Here’s a story from Corpus Christi, Texas that is a great example of GPS tracking for construction companies, or any business:
According to KRIS-TV.COM, GPS tracking recently led to the recovery of both a stolen truck and building supplies (roofing shingles) with help from a GPS tracking device inside the truck. According to the article, the suspect cut the chain link fence behind the construction business, stole the GPS equipped truck and shingles, and even painted over the truck’s business logo.
Police tracked the vehicle throughout the night, and ultimately recovered both the truck and the shingles. A suspect is in custody.
Source: http://www.kristv.com/news/gps-device-helps-police-track-down-stolen-truck-and-building-supplies/
TrackingTheWorld GPS tracking software offers versatility and reliability for both businesses and individuals. Here are three favorite features of our GPS tracking software:
Detailed Satellite Mapping: TTW GPS tracking software is compatible with multiple mapping applications including Bing Maps, Google Maps, and Google Earth. The software provides several viewing options, including 3-D mapping, bird’s eye view, and sattelite view. TrackingTheWorld GPS tracking software also allows users to incorporate their own customized maps.
Geo-Fencing: TrackingTheWorld GPS tracking software allows users to set virtual boundaries for tracking both people and assets, including vehicles and equipment. When a virtual boundary is crossed, the geo-fencing feature of the GPS tracking software immediately alerts selected cell phones.
Historical Data: TrackingTheWorld GPS tracking software provides historical data options, allowing users to generate customized reports based on the data reported by their GPS trackers. This feature offers business owners greater efficiency in their daily business routines and reporting requirements.
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Businesses and organizations of every type and size use GPS tracking systems everyday. Here are a few of the most common industries using GPS trackers to improve the way they do business.
Law Enforcement and Private Investigators: GPS tracking for law enforcement and private investigations provides a cost-effective method of vehicle tracking without the need for around-the-clock human surveilance. GPS tracking systems with motion sensors alert law enforcement officers and private investigators when a target vehicle moves. Using GPS tracking software, agencies have the capability to follow the tracked vehicle with great accuracy.
Construction Companies: With both heavy equipment, and expensive items such as air conditioners, appliances, and more at stake, construction companies use GPS tracking devices to protect the costly items they store on construction sites. GPS trackers can be placed on items such as dump trucks and bulldozers, as well as central air conditioning units and refrigerators. In the event of theft, these items are much more likely to be quickly recovered. In some cases, insurance companies offer premium discounts for items equipped with GPS.
Home Services: Business which provide in-home services, such as medical supply companies, contractors, plumbers, HVAC companies, and more often use GPS tracking devices for fleet tracking. With GPS tracking software, fleet managers have the ability to determine efficient routes, and know exactly where every vehicle is at any time of day.
Did you know that GPS tracking technology, particularly fleet tracking, can help make your business a greener business? It’s true, GPS tracking is an excellent way to make your business a greener business. Here’s how:
Reduced Fuel Consumption: GPS tracking allows you to reduce fuel consumption (and costs) through efficiency and reduced driving speeds. With GPS tracking software, business owners can easily determine the most efficient routes of travel for their drivers, determine which vehicle is in the best position to respond to service calls, and monitor employees’ driving speeds. Reduced fuel consumption equals a reduced carbon emission which means a reduced carbon footprint for your business.
Reduce Your Paper Trail: GPS tracking systems can help you achieve a paperless office through the automated reporting options offered with GPS tracking software. From automated mileage reports, service logs, and attendance monitoring, GPS tracking systems allow you to operate your business efficiently and effectively while reducing the amount of paper required.
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With GPS tracking and fleet tracking becoming an everyday component of businesses everywhere, business owners who have or plan to implement GPS technology have a lot of questions about how to encourage their employees’ support of GPS tracking technology. GPS tracking actually provides your employees with several great benefits.
Recognition for Outstanding Work : With fleet tracking technology at work for your business, it’s simple to determine which employees are going the extra mile. With GPS tracking technology installed in every vehicle of your fleet, you’ll have the accurate data you need to recognize excellent performance–something appreciated by employees who are performing their jobs well, and who may otherwise go unnoticed.
Fewer Liabilities: With GPS fleet tracking, employees are far less likely to be falsely accused of being involved in accidents, traffic violations and more. Fleet tracking provides you and your employees with their exact locations at all times.
Accurate Payroll: For some employees, there is always the question of whether their pay fully compensates them for their hours worked. GPS tracking for businessses provides an excellent method of tracking how long your employees spend on the job, assuring that everyone receives the compensation they’ve earned.
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