Fleet Management
Comprehensive vehicle fleet management for logistics service providers with real-time tracking, maintenance scheduling, and performance analytics.
Fleet Operations
Manage your entire vehicle fleet:
- Vehicle Registration - Add and configure vehicles with specs
- Maintenance Tracking - Schedule and log maintenance activities
- Parking Management - Reserve and manage parking facilities
- Driver Assignment - Assign vehicles to drivers and routes
- Fleet Analytics - Monitor performance, utilization, and costs
Real-time tracking integration with de.iotb for live vehicle locations and telematics.
Overview
Fleet Management provides tools to manage vehicles, maintenance schedules, parking assignments, and driver allocations. Integrated with IoT tracking for real-time location monitoring and telematics data.
Who Uses Fleet Management?
Last-Mile Delivery
- Urban delivery fleets
- Route optimization
- Driver performance tracking
- Vehicle utilization
Freight Operators
- Trucking fleets
- Long-haul operations
- Compliance tracking
- Fuel management
Courier Services
- Motorcycle and bike fleets
- Multi-vehicle types
- Urban navigation
- Quick assignments
Logistics Providers
- Mixed fleet management
- Client-specific assignments
- Cost allocation
- Asset tracking
Core Capabilities
Vehicle Management
Register and manage vehicles with complete specifications and status tracking.
Vehicle Types:
bike- Bicycles, e-bikes (5-20 kg capacity)moto- Motorcycles, scooters (20-50 kg)car- Sedans, compact vehicles (200-400 kg)van- Cargo vans (500-2000 kg)truck- Small trucks (2-5 tons)lorry- Large trucks (5-20 tons)trailer- Semi-trailers (20+ tons)
Key Features:
- Vehicle specifications (make, model, year, VIN)
- Capacity tracking (weight, volume)
- Special features (GPS, refrigeration, liftgate)
- Status management (available, in-use, maintenance, offline)
- Insurance and registration tracking
Maintenance Scheduling
Preventive and corrective maintenance tracking.
Maintenance Types:
- Scheduled maintenance (oil changes, inspections)
- Preventive maintenance (tire rotation, fluid checks)
- Corrective maintenance (repairs, replacements)
- Emergency repairs
Key Features:
- Maintenance schedules based on mileage/time
- Service history tracking
- Parts and labor costs
- Downtime tracking
- Vendor management
Parking Management
Reserve and manage parking facilities for fleet vehicles.
Parking Types:
- Depot parking
- Street parking
- Customer locations
- Partner facilities
Key Features:
- Parking reservation system
- Overnight parking assignments
- Parking cost tracking
- Availability management
- Location-based search
Driver Assignment
Assign vehicles to drivers for routes and deliveries.
Assignment Types:
- Daily assignments
- Route-specific assignments
- Long-term assignments
- Multi-vehicle assignments
Key Features:
- Driver-vehicle matching
- License verification
- Assignment history
- Performance tracking
- Real-time status updates
Fleet Analytics
Monitor fleet performance, utilization, and costs.
Key Metrics:
- Vehicle utilization rates
- Miles driven per vehicle
- Fuel consumption
- Maintenance costs
- Idle time
- Driver performance
Reports:
- Daily fleet summary
- Monthly cost analysis
- Vehicle utilization reports
- Maintenance forecasting
- ROI analysis
Vehicle Lifecycle
Registration
Add new vehicles to fleet with complete specifications.
Required Information:
- Vehicle identification (VIN, license plate)
- Make, model, year
- Capacity specifications
- Special features
- Insurance details
Active Operation
Daily fleet operations and tracking.
Operations:
- Driver assignments
- Route allocations
- Real-time tracking
- Status updates
- Performance monitoring
Maintenance
Scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
Workflow:
- Maintenance trigger (schedule/alert)
- Take vehicle offline
- Service completion
- Quality check
- Return to active status
- Cost recording
Retirement
End-of-life vehicle management.
Process:
- Deactivation
- Final inspection
- Asset disposal
- Record archival
Use Cases
Urban Last-Mile Fleet
Scenario: Delivery company with 100 vans serving metro area
Fleet Composition:
- 50 small vans (local deliveries)
- 30 medium vans (regional)
- 20 large vans (bulk orders)
Operations:
- Daily driver assignments
- Route optimization per vehicle type
- Real-time GPS tracking
- Fuel consumption monitoring
- Maintenance scheduling
Key Metrics:
- Deliveries per vehicle per day
- Fuel efficiency
- Vehicle utilization (%)
- Maintenance costs per mile
Freight Trucking Fleet
Scenario: Regional freight operator with 50 trucks
Fleet Composition:
- 30 box trucks (LTL)
- 15 refrigerated trucks (perishables)
- 5 flatbed trucks (oversized cargo)
Operations:
- Long-haul route assignments
- Compliance tracking (HOS, DOT)
- Fuel card integration
- Preventive maintenance schedules
- Driver performance monitoring
Key Metrics:
- Miles per gallon
- Maintenance costs per mile
- Downtime percentage
- Load utilization
Mixed Fleet Operations
Scenario: 3PL with diverse vehicle types
Fleet Composition:
- 20 motorcycles (urgent documents)
- 40 vans (standard parcels)
- 10 trucks (freight)
Operations:
- Vehicle type matching to order requirements
- Client-specific vehicle assignments
- Cost allocation per vehicle type
- Performance benchmarking
Key Metrics:
- Cost per delivery by vehicle type
- Vehicle type utilization
- Cross-vehicle efficiency
- Client-specific metrics
Key Benefits
Operational Efficiency
Utilization Optimization:
- Maximize vehicle usage
- Reduce idle time
- Optimize assignments
- Balance workloads
Route Efficiency:
- Vehicle-route matching
- Capacity optimization
- Fuel efficiency
- Time savings
Cost Management
Maintenance Optimization:
- Preventive scheduling reduces breakdowns
- Track costs per vehicle
- Identify high-cost vehicles
- Optimize replacement timing
Fuel Management:
- Consumption tracking
- Efficiency monitoring
- Route optimization for fuel savings
- Driver behavior analysis
Compliance & Safety
Regulatory Compliance:
- Insurance tracking
- Registration renewals
- Inspection schedules
- DOT compliance (for commercial vehicles)
Safety Monitoring:
- Maintenance history
- Defect tracking
- Driver incident reports
- Vehicle condition monitoring
Maintenance Strategies
Preventive Maintenance
Schedule-based maintenance to prevent breakdowns.
Schedules:
- Oil changes every 5,000 miles
- Tire rotation every 7,500 miles
- Brake inspection every 15,000 miles
- Major service every 30,000 miles
Benefits:
- Reduce unexpected breakdowns
- Extend vehicle lifespan
- Maintain resale value
- Ensure safety
Predictive Maintenance
IoT-based maintenance prediction using telematics.
Indicators:
- Engine performance metrics
- Brake wear sensors
- Tire pressure monitoring
- Battery health
Benefits:
- Minimize downtime
- Optimize maintenance timing
- Reduce costs
- Improve safety
Corrective Maintenance
Repair-based maintenance for issues.
Process:
- Issue identification
- Vehicle offline
- Diagnosis
- Repair/replacement
- Quality check
- Return to service
Integration Patterns
IoT Tracking Integration
Connect fleet vehicles to de.iotb for real-time tracking.
Telematics Integration
Integrate with telematics providers for advanced analytics.
Fuel Card Integration
Sync fuel card transactions for automated expense tracking.
API Reference
For detailed API documentation including endpoints, schemas, and examples:
Next Steps
Related LSP Services:
- Route Optimization - Optimize vehicle routes
- Shipment Tracking - Track deliveries
- Coverage Management - Service areas