Business Owners Go Green with GPS Tracking Systems

Feb. 5, 2009 - PRLog -- Burlingame, CA—As environmental concerns abound, increasing numbers of U.S. and European business owners are turning to GPS tracking technology to assist with incorporating green business practices- both as a way of helping the environment and saving funds.  

Gilbert Walz, CEO of TrackingTheWorld Inc., a leading developer of GPS technology, said the firm has seen an increased amount of inquiries over the last several months from business owners looking into environmental concerns such as wasting fuel.  “The recent economic crisis has resulted in a greater awareness of fuel use, and GPS tracking systems and fleet tracking software provide convenient and affordable ways to curb any size company’s fuel consumption,” said Walz.

GPS tracking systems work in conjunction with space satellites to pinpoint exact locations and movements anywhere on the planet.  When GPS tracking devices are installed in every vehicle within a business fleet, dispatchers or administrators can utilize fleet tracking software to determine any vehicles exact location, route of travel, and estimated response time.

The technology proves highly-valuable to fuel conservation efforts by allowing dispatchers to quickly determine the most efficient response to each and every call, and in monitoring the driving patterns of employees.  

According to U.S. government statistics, excessive driving speeds and rapid acceleration/braking can lower gas mileage by as much as 33-percent during highway driving (Source: FuelEconomy.Gov).  “When employees know their driving behavior is constantly monitored with GPS tracking systems, they make better and safer choices on the road,” said Walz.  As a result of reducing fuel consumption, GPS tracking systems and fleet tracking software can help businesses reduce their overall carbon emissions.
In addition to saving fuel, GPS tracking systems and fleet tracking software reduce the amount of paper waste generated by businesses.  Fleet tracking software offers the ability to automatically and electronically log mileage, routes of travel, and work hours, eliminating the need for time consuming and wasteful paper records.  “GPS tracking systems are an ideal tool for beginning and maintaining green business practices,” said Walz.

TrackingTheWorld, Inc. is a leading developer of GPS technology and fleet tracking software for business and personal use.   For more information about TrackingTheWorld, please visit http://www.trackingtheworld.com or call 650-692-8100.