| CURRENT SYSTEM |
COMMENT / REVIEW |
TruckDestino
posted 13-Jul-22
13 drivers |
OVER ALL IT IS GOOD FRIENDLY, TABLETS, APPS, GPS, LIVE UPDATES, BLACK BOX CAMERAS. CHEAP,
DISLIKE, SUPPORT IS SLOW AND IS OVERSEAS. |
Masslogics
posted 15-Dec-17
5 drivers |
Easy to use but cannot manage pre-pulled containers. |
Trinium
posted 3-Nov-17
100 drivers |
For our dispatch program we use Trinium. What we like about Trinium is our ability to get near real time info on when the driver has arrived and departed from pick up location and destination along with the ability to have our clients sign electronically upon delivery. I'm sure our dispatchers could tell you more clearly all the things they like and dislike about Trinium but overall We've found it to be a very effective tool. |
Trinium
posted 3-Nov-17
0 drivers |
We use Trinium Technologies. It is flexible in its usage. |
TMW
posted 26-Oct-17
26 drivers |
We currently run TMW operations for the entire company. Our dispatch software is good. Many times they are updating the program to be better faster and more accurate. |
Trandata DMS
posted 26-Oct-17
84 drivers |
It’s better than not having software, but it was designed for trucking companies operating out of ports. They do not understand the inland areas as well as we would like them to. |
Trinium
posted 20-Sep-17
24 drivers |
Good Customization, Customer Service, ability to have multiple sites/locations, good reporting capabilities |
Trinium
posted 19-Sep-17
9 drivers |
Their "app" for drivers is not an app it's a web portal. Our drivers often lose connection inside port terminals and it would be preferable to have a native app running on their smartphones. The user interface and a lot of the advanced functions are also not user friendly. |
Trinium
posted 19-Sep-17
50 drivers |
The web access (like) The cost of modes (dislike) |
TMW
posted 18-Sep-17
65 drivers |
We use TMW. It works alright for our intermodal operations. Our systems are designed for over-the-road dispatch since that's mostly what we do. We just adapt it for our port operations. I don't have any opinion on their customer service or pricing as I'm just a user. |
none
posted 18-Sep-17
12 drivers |
None yet , We operate on google calendar for now. But will be using BCS soon. Account integrated, and very clean and use friendly interface. |
PCS Software
posted 18-Sep-17
19 drivers |
Intermodal portion isn’t very user friendly and tracking chassis is difficult to do. We really like the OTR Dispatch portion and all of the research options, but probably not a good option for a strictly intermodal operation.. |
Profit Tools
posted 18-Sep-17
59 drivers |
We like the EDI connectivity, the new Active Trac functions. I liked it better when we had one point of contact to communicate through. |
Compcare
posted 18-Sep-17
30 drivers |
Compcare Services since 2005. Their ownership is very progressive with adapting to an ever-changing industry / customer landscape. To your point on Profit Tools, we used them for about three years before moving to Compcare and have not looked back. |
custom built
posted 18-Sep-17
45 drivers |
Like: It's Free. Dislike: Needs improvement. |
Trinium
posted 18-Sep-17
110 drivers |
after many years and lots and lots of $$$ we finally have the system we need. They are pretty good from the operations end but we had to customize it to get it here. Overall, they are flexible enough to get things done But you need to be ready to pay for that. |
Profit Tools
posted 17-Sep-17
25 drivers |
seems like the software is outdated. Also very slow |
Trinium
posted 17-Sep-17
45 drivers |
Everything - very expensive and they charge for everything. We send an email to ask a question about using a certain feature and there is usually a fee associate with them replying to the email. Several features we asked if their software could perform - we were billed for - then they released an update for their entire client base and it included these features...... we were charged for expanding their service offering.... Would not recommend anyone utilize this software. When we have the opportunity to migrate to another platform we will. |
GTG Technology
posted 17-Sep-17
212 drivers |
TMW was too difficult to use and didn’t fully get Intermodal. Switching to Transdata this year. |
Tailored Logistics
posted 17-Sep-17
355 drivers |
TLS (Tailored Logistics Solution) Only complaint is no internal accounting program, but not enough of distraction to warrant change |
Compcare
posted 17-Sep-17
80 drivers |
V Intermodal
Not very flexible
Too much useless info on some screens |
PCS Software
posted 17-Sep-17
18 drivers |
Fantastic info and reporting but rather tedious to use on the intermodal -- OTR great |
PCS Software
posted 16-Sep-17
60 drivers |
Likes
Integrated accounting
Information is easy to find with their filtering system
If you understand SQL language, endless reporting capability’s
Free tech support. Tech support is very responsive and proactive
Dislikes
Requires a lot of clicks/actions to process loads
Obviously a truck load based software adapted to intermodal, a number of awkward functions for intermodal and a lot of the features do not work without trouble shooting
EDI requires a significant amount of effort to integrate and is fairly expensive, unlike profit tools |
Profit Tools
posted 16-Sep-17
60 drivers |
Profit Tools for Trucking, a thorough Intermodal application stuck in the 90's with SQL and Application based not browser based, missing CRM/ERP fundamentals - making its way slowly finding its way to the future with alliances support. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
56 drivers |
It works well and has a lot of visibility. Only down side is if it has a glitch it is one hell of a glitch |
PCS Software
posted 15-Sep-17
32 drivers |
What you put in is what you get out. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
TMW - for Drayage, I would like for each folder to be able to view the same info... |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
45 drivers |
We’ve been a Profit Tools user since 2005. Great stuff. The ability of their system to adapt without expensive software rewriting is outstanding. Great support – though we don’t have to use them often. We’ve been a beta test site for them since 2006. For our 40 units entity this is a great vendor!. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
338 drivers |
TMS – TMW TruckMate. Built specifically for intermodal. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
350 drivers |
It is too cumbersome (too many screens) |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
25 drivers |
We are very happy with the performance of our Trinium software. We have had issues with bugs in the upgrades that maybe should have been eliminated in testing before release but they have been farily quick to correct those issues. Our biggest headache has been interfacing with Quickbooks but they have worked many hour gratis to correct those problems. |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
85 drivers |
We’re still on Trinium. It has all the necessary functionality that we need. It has an older style user interface though which I don’t like and to do things you end up having to go to multiple screens a lot of the time which reduces efficiency a lot. |
Compcare
posted 15-Sep-17
112 drivers |
I would have a hard time coming up with downsides of the software. A driver sends the information and the system relays that information to the customer. It cuts down on so much time and it warns us if there is issues with the data, like if the trailer number doesn't make sense. I have seen nothing that impresses me even slightly when you compare it with Compcare. |
AscendTMS
posted 15-Sep-17
18 drivers |
We use AscendTMS for dispatch. Good system. Not good on exporting. Needs a little work, but not bad for a small operation. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
19 drivers |
We have been using it since 1996 and would not be able to run our business (intermodal or any other aspect) if we did not have it. There is a ton of functionality available that we have not even tapped yet. The customers service is terrific and more importantly, they are very thorough with training an set up, which is the most important aspect of these ERP programs. I believe the pricing is competitive and definitely a value considering all that comes with the software. |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
TRINIUM IS DEDICATED TO PROVIDING AN INTEGRATED INTERMODAL DRAYAGE DISPATCH SOLUTION. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
151 drivers |
Compcare: Cost and Difficulty of Setup for Intermodal Truck Dispatch – too many integrations required to effectively handle intermodal truck dispatch for Port and Rails. Transitioning to TMW TruckMate
(We chose TMW Truckmate for our new TMS software and have it implemented into 9 of 11 terminals. Lots of likes so far, it has all functions connected that were previously in multiple systems (15) just to operate. Safety, Recruiting, M&R, Accounting, Dispatch, CY, Sales.) |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
20 drivers |
Automates everything and directly interface into our existing financial software. Creates a high level of efficiency and effectiveness. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
355 drivers |
AS400 with parts of Trinium integrated. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
25 drivers |
We’re happy with Profit Tools, they have good customer support, and the system has worked well for us. The one complaint that I have is that the software is not very intuitive or user freindly in terms of the user being able to teach yourself to utilize its capabilities, without scheduling training. That’s just my opinion, I haven’t worked that hard at it, to be fair. |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
30 drivers |
It’s amazing |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
95 drivers |
Profit Tools has been an amazing trucking software to use in comparison to what is on the market. Not only are they responsive to our needs, they themselves have partnered with many other facets of the industry to work together. For example they work with Geotab drive which seamlessly integrates information to our dispatch team. They also work with Disc Mobile enabling our drivers to become “paperless” and work with ActiveTRAC. ActiveTRAC is a web-based application developed by W.Interactive, in conjunction with Profit Tools enabling our customers to have instant access to information. |
GTG Technology
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
recently switched to this system so haven’t used it to its full capacity, however we like that it’s a web-based program and not an installed software, and very connected to current-day financial tools. |
(Roadrunner-Voyager)
posted 15-Sep-17
17 drivers |
Voyager. No dislikes. Very well put together system and very organized |
(US 1 Industries-Truckman3)
posted 15-Sep-17
30 drivers |
In house dispatching/billing system called TRUCKMAN. Our office does not like the operations part of the system for dispatch it’s involves allot of clicking and moving with the mouse, too much extra info that’s not needed for dispatch. It’s great for billing and invoicing. |
(US 1 Industries-Truckman3)
posted 15-Sep-17
35 drivers |
Created by US 1 Industries for their agents to use. |
(IMC Companies-Six Wheel)
posted 15-Sep-17
220 drivers |
In house TMS |
Citrix
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
I love it. |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
6 drivers |
I wish they had Profit Tools here—it was much easier to use than Trinium. |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
100 drivers |
We use mainly for the backend invoicing, the actual dispatch part of it is not "Intermodal" friendly. Again, this was a Cowan decision. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
Ease of use
Built for our industry
And constantly improving
Low price point |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
12 drivers |
We are currently using two dispatch software systems, PCS and Trinium.
PCS is easy to use and is good for small fleets. It is somewhat limited on the operational side but is very good on the payables (settlement) side and has good reports. They provide online and one on one training which is very good. Their support overall is excellent. The PCS software price is fair for the system you receive.
Trinium, a much more powerful system requires more user training but is great for larger fleets as it will provide more operational information and is easy to manipulate large amounts of data. Set up is labor intensive and tedious (because it is so powerful). The payables side is not as easy to use as the operational side but they are eager to make necessary program changes. Their training is limited which is surprising due to the complexity of the system. They prefer to train designated individuals and make them superusers who can train others. The price of the system is somewhat expensive. |
custom built
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
It does exactly what we need. |
TMSEZ
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
How easy it is to dispatch, dislike the reports are not as easy to work with. |
PCS Software
posted 15-Sep-17
6 drivers |
Price, scalability, SAAS |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
56 drivers |
Expensive, service was horrible, but service has improved over the last year |
TMSEZ
posted 15-Sep-17
150 drivers |
Like: Ease of use and functionality
Dislike: Lack of integration with west coast terminals |
Compcare
posted 15-Sep-17
60 drivers |
we like the ease of use and customer service dislike- tablet integration is complicated, hard to do and understand |
Excel spreadsheet
posted 15-Sep-17
5 drivers |
microsoft excel, its free! |
TMSEZ
posted 15-Sep-17
6 drivers |
• It’s designed specifically for the intermodal sector, not an OTR software modified for intermodal
• Easy to use (my 12yr old Son could use it)
• Data inquiries are simple and flexible for the user
• Easily create IFTA fuel tax reports
• Import fuel card transactions
• Easily manage expiration dates on both truck & driver (DQF checklist under imaging for each driver)
• Equipment tracking (container & chassis) is easy to use
• Invoicing is snap
• Export A/R data to a variety of accounting software
• Settlements are simple
• Document imaging is easy to use and offers upload/scan direct
• Mobile platform available for the driver (we’re not currently using)
• Built-in options to email/SMS data to customers, drivers, etc.
….in all honesty, I really can’t think of any dislikes other than some of the reporting options could be modified slightly |
TMSEZ
posted 15-Sep-17
42 drivers |
it is perfect.
Web Based.
Fully customizable
User friendly
Can be accessed from anywhere, including smart phone.
Incredible customer service |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
106 drivers |
We like the inclusiveness of the features that stretch across various areas of our company. Such as the way equipment maintenance is visible to the dispatchers, shop, and safety, etc all at the same time. We like the special events tracking and how it ties in to the driver files, equipment files, etc. All in all, Truckmate is a solid with respect to information sharing from dispatch, to billing, to driver settlement, to accounting, etc., etc. We do not like the optimization feature utilized in the dispatch module. For our type of business and the way we utilize the software, this feature is an unnecessary and cumbersome waste of time. TMW’s basic support is very good. However, anything that requires development or escalated support is very disappointing. |
custom built
posted 15-Sep-17
20 drivers |
No dislikes. Like the fact that we created it and our IT team allows us to suggest changes to make it better, and they incorporate those suggestions periodically. |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
25 drivers |
Concise and ease of use. |
Compcare
posted 15-Sep-17
40 drivers |
Very powerful software; build on a strong sustainable platform, excellent customer and driver communication modules. Cost is very competitive. |
Compcare
posted 15-Sep-17
100 drivers |
Very flexible to your business needs and comprehensive application. Great people to work with. They love feedback and suggestions to further tailor the product to accommodate your companies needs. |
Compcare
posted 15-Sep-17
59 drivers |
Compcare’s VIntermodal. Stability (data keeping), Customer Service and Customization |
Trinium
posted 15-Sep-17
130 drivers |
It’s terrible. I like nothing about it…Well not for dispatch anyway. It makes some of the back office functions easy, but stops there. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
14 drivers |
We still use Profit Tools. While it functions well enough, it is not very intuitive and lacks any real manual or help lookup. They are generally very responsive if you call or email for help. Searching and reporting is ridiculously cumbersome for an application as mature as theirs is. No “query by example” features that I ever found and most of their reports go to proprietary application that cannot be converted to word or a pdf. The brokerage component is obviously an afterthought with very limited capabilities compared with most broker software. They have few very knowledgeable people, but most lack an understanding of the total overall functionality past their area of expertise so you have to move around for answers. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
35 drivers |
Main Dislike is that it not a web-based package. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
50 drivers |
Automated notifications go by bill to company not specific personnel. |
Profit Tools
posted 15-Sep-17
30 drivers |
Still by far the best Intermodal software available |
TMW
posted 15-Sep-17
35 drivers |
Lack of paperwork capturing software as in pictures of pods and tirs |
GTG Technology
posted 14-Sep-17
13 drivers |
Is tied with GTG’s proprietary accounting package that is difficult to use, understand and at times does not follow standard accounting practices. We end up having to make journal entries into Quick Books to move the financial information into software that we are very familiar with and is easy to understand. |
Compcare
posted 14-Sep-17
40 drivers |
We use Compcare as our TMS and would be out of business without it ? |
| CURRENT ELD |
COMMENT / REVIEW |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 9-Dec-19
85 drivers |
Like: Their longevity and experience.
Dislike: App based program leaving the carrier to figure out a lot of related solutions relating to hardware and accompanying software. |
Teletrac
posted 3-Jul-19
12 drivers |
EASE OF USE FOR DRIVERS IS THE ONLY POSITIVE. CUSTOMER SERVICE IS AWFUL AND THEY OFFER NEXT TO NO ON-SITE SUPPORT WITH HARDWARE ISSUES. I WOULD NOT RECOMMEND. |
Samsara
posted 20-Mar-18
5 drivers |
Samsara. By far the best out there!!! |
Samsara
posted 15-Dec-17
5 drivers |
Easy to start, software is great. |
Samsara
posted 3-Nov-17
3 drivers |
Samsara and Bigroad - We have owner operators and our drivers have the choice of using either of these two ELD. Both work just fine and are easy to use. |
Rand McNally
posted 28-Oct-17
30 drivers |
We are running Rand McNally. We wanted a system that does not use a smart phone or tablet. Also wanted truck routes and mapping. Rand McNally offers both.
We tried telematics and we had many issues with devices communicating with our Mack trucks. Very unhappy. Glad we moved to Rand McNally |
KeepTruckin
posted 27-Oct-17
1 drivers |
Could use better reporting but like the FREE option |
PeopleNet
posted 26-Oct-17
26 drivers |
Yes we are running ELD and have been 100 percent ELD compliant since 2010 with People net. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 26-Oct-17
17 drivers |
We have been using OmniTracs since July 2014. It has been great for us. |
Teletrac
posted 26-Oct-17
84 drivers |
We don’t really like anything about them. The did a really bad job with the installations and caused electrical problems with the trucks. The GPS doesn’t work well and they are not practical or user-friendly. |
JJ Keller
posted 24-Oct-17
23 drivers |
We went with JJ Keller cause we know they are not going anywhere. I started this in the early months of 2016, so we are done and all is good. They have been receptive when we needed help, have done seminars for us/our drivers and they respond quickly. The dislike is they have glitches on different devices (we have owner operators so they all use their own device) and they are working on them and getting better each update. We feel they are a strategic partner. |
KeepTruckin
posted 20-Sep-17
24 drivers |
• Driver Friendly, Easy to Navigate
• More cost effective than Rand McNally
• Good customer service and support (any small tampering issues resolved quickly) |
Geotab
posted 19-Sep-17
45 drivers |
Easy to use, good reporting, great support staff. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 19-Sep-17
50 drivers |
The tablet is easy use for the driver and installation is easy. The website has too many glitches when the push thur an update. |
Geotab
posted 18-Sep-17
50 drivers |
we like Geotab so far, was on Xata before that. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 18-Sep-17
65 drivers |
It does what we need it to for a reasonable price but we seem to replace the units too often. A handful of them broke by their two year mark. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 18-Sep-17
140 drivers |
ELD – Omnitracs/Xata XRS
Dispatch driver interface – Disc Mobile
Con – doesn’t integrate with Xata or at least we have not paired them |
KeepTruckin
posted 18-Sep-17
12 drivers |
No Hardware Costs and Fair rate |
JJ Keller
posted 18-Sep-17
40 drivers |
3/14/24 changed from Profit Tools to Trucker Zoom per Janet |
KeepTruckin
posted 18-Sep-17
30 drivers |
Initially, we chose because it synched with our dispatch software. We have since found another solution but continue to use Omnitracs for our ELD. We are beginning to look at other options. |
Rand McNally
posted 17-Sep-17
25 drivers |
works very well, gps is very good. No real complaints |
KeepTruckin
posted 17-Sep-17
45 drivers |
They are great + have make good updates in the brief time they are around. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 17-Sep-17
212 drivers |
Been around for a while. Understand the business. Good software to view violations. Works in truck even when cellular connection doesn’t work. |
none
posted 17-Sep-17
1 drivers |
As an owner-operator, I'm still using paper log. I will switch in Dec. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 16-Sep-17
60 drivers |
Likes
Able to be used on a commercially available tablet
API interface
Minimal integration time in the truck
Dislikes
Driver interface is to complicated for the average driver
A number of bugs in the software |
none
posted 16-Sep-17
60 drivers |
ELD mandate N/A because majority of trips within 100 mile radius |
PeopleNet
posted 15-Sep-17
56 drivers |
They are great. Easy website use and very responsive |
BigRoad
posted 15-Sep-17
32 drivers |
Drivers are stating that they are user friendly and they like that it allows them to use yard move in the ports not to cut into their times. Dislikes are the same they don’t want to use them at all however it has been conveyed it is for safety precautions to prevent any accidents from being fatigued. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
No opinion as we just started, but so far so good. Have not heard any issues. |
Rand McNally
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
I’m not familiar with it but drivers like it |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
45 drivers |
As a “local/regional” intermodal hauler it was very difficult to find providers understanding the “local exemption” and willing to write their software to accommodate the exemptions and HOS sets. Geotab was excellent in this area. Also the installation is very easy. The ability to send the “hard copy” of a log is very easy. |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
338 drivers |
ELD’s – Pegasus Transtech. Best performance for the money in our analysis. This runs on the Geotab platform and will interface with our TMS (which is TMW TruckMate) |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
5 drivers |
I have been with XRS for 2 ½ years, no complaints. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
350 drivers |
All our trucks use XRS. It is costly per unit |
E-Road
posted 15-Sep-17
25 drivers |
works great & user friendly |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
85 drivers |
we’re testing KeepTruckin right now. They have a really nice, modern user interface for both drivers and back office that is very intuitive. |
E-Road
posted 15-Sep-17
112 drivers |
The only thing we don't like about EROAD is the 3 year contract. Anything with a contract that goes beyond a year is questionable in case there are problems.
What we like is that it's a plugged in device. It's always on the dash and does not require any extra time on the driver. Blue tooth/phones/tablet solutions are all very time consuming to log into the device after you get the truck running. If the phone battery dies, or is low..you have problems. You have to rely heavily on the driver's own personal equipment and that would be a huge drawback. With Eroad, its a plugged in device so that totally eliminates all of those issues. It also does IFTA reporting for you. |
JJ Keller
posted 15-Sep-17
75 drivers |
we were already using them for driver compliance so it was a smooth transition to add this. Also the other programs I looked at did things like put driver violations for out of hours in red for the cops. We want them to work for it not point it out. Cost factor as well, some were more costly and then we would have to get licenses to merge their programs with Keller. |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
18 drivers |
ELDs will come from KeepTruckin. They are partnered with AscendTMS. |
PeopleNet
posted 15-Sep-17
19 drivers |
Like
Up to date on ABOARD and ELD requirements and multiple features such as integration with Profit Tools, ALK maps, automatic IFTA, vehicle performance reports
Dislike
Equipment is expensive and we will be “forced” to upgrade display interfaces by 2019 due to ELD requirements |
E-Road
posted 15-Sep-17
12 drivers |
I like almost everything about it, except it does not have a Pre-Trip portion built in. |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
Easy to use |
JJ Keller
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
IT WILL INTEGRATE SEEMLESSLY WITH OUR CURRENT JJ KELLER DRIVER MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE AND PRICING WAS FAVORABLE. |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
110 drivers |
Most modern design; usable on our Tablet application; excellent reports; notifications of potential violations by email and a variety of other value added items. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
151 drivers |
Implementing since February 2017. Love the cost and features of ELD - Doesn’t integrate well with TMW TruckMate Intermodal Dispatch. ELD functionality works well. (We chose to go with XRS as we run over 350 Contractors and 20 company units. These were less evasive on the trucks and required no modification to the trucks.) |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
20 drivers |
Seamless integration with our existing TMS and driver hardware. The ELD is contained in the drivers smart phone device. |
Zonar
posted 15-Sep-17
355 drivers |
We have worked with them the past several years in developing the ELD software. We have been on ELDs for almost 5 years. |
Samsara
posted 15-Sep-17
95 drivers |
Geotab has been very dedicated to helping our trainer understand the software and with all the training & compliance letters needed. Their program is user friendly and very easy to use. They have been extremely helpful and reactive to any request we have and they work in conjunction to our Trucking software Profit Tools. |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
We just signed up with them, ELD not activated but devices installed for GPS and truck data for now. However hasn’t been long enough to really give a genuine opinion on like/dislike. |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
17 drivers |
Dislike that it switches driver statuses incorrectly. Driver could be off duty taking a break and will switch back to on duty or drive even if driver isn’t moving |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
30 drivers |
We haven’t ran into any issues. So far we like everything about it. It’s very easy for the drivers to use and it gives dispatch great information and updates on the drivers. |
Rand McNally
posted 15-Sep-17
5 drivers |
WEBSITE FUNCTIONS ARE VERY USER FRIENDLY. DISLIKE MESSAGE SYSTEM. |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
we are using Keep Trucking ELD, Great System. We used the Rand for a while, had many issues with them, to numerous to mention. |
Rand McNally
posted 15-Sep-17
35 drivers |
We’ve only been using them for a while so no real opinion yet. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
220 drivers |
Like – One cable install, low cost of start up (they provide hardware), easy to use platform
Dislike – does not have dedicated cell signal so you have to piggyback on a tablet or cell phone – this works well 95% of the time – but sometimes creates some challenges. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
100 drivers |
I like absolutely nothing about them. We had no choice but to use them. [Corporate] made the decision for us Agents. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
I like ELD but hate the HOS rules. Do away with the 10 hour break and the 30 min break. |
Transflo
posted 15-Sep-17
5 drivers |
Reporting seems accurate and easy to use. No issues at this point. |
Teletrac
posted 15-Sep-17
0 drivers |
Had Omnitracs for the last 3 years, but switched Teletracs |
none
posted 15-Sep-17
16 drivers |
ELD Solutions – Cannot comment. Drayage operations will not use ELD as they are exempt. |
Motive ELD
posted 15-Sep-17
60 drivers |
likes- website and tracking is great, reports are alright. Dislikes- customer service is poor and installs take too long to set up and do |
Samsara
posted 15-Sep-17
35 drivers |
So far pleased |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
130 drivers |
4-2-18 ELD We have tested a few and none that we’ve tested seem to work well. We have just begun to test Keep Truckin. It is early in the testing phase buy so far this one seems to work better than the others. Certainly from the drivers perspective |
JJ Keller
posted 15-Sep-17
14 drivers |
Likes: Ease of use and great customer support
Dislikes: Connectivity issues with BYOD – Our drivers were using their smart phones to log their HOS and kept having Bluetooth interruptions with the app. This mostly occurred when they made a call or played music on their phone. We remedied this by requiring all drivers to have a dedicated tablet (Android or iOS). |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
6 drivers |
User friendly – we’re still in the install & training phase of the project. I’m sure we’ll identify ‘dislikes’ once ELD’s are fully implemented |
Geotab
posted 15-Sep-17
42 drivers |
TOO SOON TO TELL
(PROS THUS FAR: TRACKING OF VEHICLES/FREIGHT
SNAP SHOT OF DRIVERS DRIVING HABBITS, SPEED ALERTS, SAFETY. |
Samsara
posted 15-Sep-17
100 drivers |
Very affordable and easy to use. We just started with them so there will be more to tell down the road probably. |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
45 drivers |
We went with JJ Keller ELD’s initially but were not satisfied with the product. We just changed over to Keep On Trucking ELD’s... We are still in the install process |
KeepTruckin
posted 15-Sep-17
15 drivers |
I use KEEPTRUCKIN for my ELD. It works pretty well. The drivers access it off their cell phones and it is a once a year fee. I really have not been using it long enough to say what I like or dislike about it. I do like the fact that it has a GPS and I know exactly where my trucks are all the time. |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
50 drivers |
Don’t know much about them yet |
Omnitracs XRS
posted 15-Sep-17
160 drivers |
It’s user friendly for the driver and fleet managers. Innovative. Keeps real time tracking of our drivers, equipment and loads. Helps us manage our assets so we can be as service oriented as possible to our customer base. |
E-Road
posted 14-Sep-17
13 drivers |
local office is in Tualatin, Oregon and headquarters is in Auckland, New Zealand. Ongoing issues with the ELD’s not being accurate. I understand from my contacts that other vendors are having similar issues. I attribute this to the Obama administration dragging their feet on the deadlines to provide required specifications for the units and these delays worked against the industry. While I fully support the ELD concept I feel it is in no way “ready for prime time” on December 18, 2017. |
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