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	Case Study Powering MAN Trucknology

Case Study Powering MAN Trucknology

Technology Category	Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics
Applicable Industries	Transportation Automotive
Applicable Functions	Maintenance
Use Cases	Fleet Management Driver Performance Monitoring Vehicle Performance Monitoring
Services	System Integration Software Design & Engineering Services
Challenge	In 2008, MAN Truck & Bus UK were seeking a telematics partner to offer a solution to its customer base. As a major player in the UK market, the company needed a reliable and innovative telematics partner that it could work with in the long term to develop the solution as the technology evolved. After having previously worked with two telematics partners, MAN conducted a detailed search of the market in order to find a partner that was both reliable and able to offer a market leading solution. The company wanted to find an established player, but one that was able to work with the team at MAN to develop the solution according to specific requirements and use cases. The ability to white label a solution was key, in order to ensure that the MAN telematics offering would be in keeping with other services offered to customers. Read More
About Customer	MAN Truck & Bus UK is a major player in the UK market, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, offering a range of services and products designed to meet the needs of its diverse customer base. MAN Truck & Bus UK has a strong presence in the transportation and automotive industries, providing reliable and efficient vehicles that are used by transport operators and hauliers across the country. The company is dedicated to enhancing the performance and efficiency of its vehicles through the integration of advanced technologies and telematics solutions. Read More
Solution	After engaging with a number of providers, Microlise was selected as MAN’s telematics partner, due to the track record of Microlise in working with transport operators and hauliers and delivering clear return on investment. Microlise’s commitment to product research and development was also vital, with MAN able to work closely with the Microlise team to develop “Trucknology” – the MAN telematics offering. From a driver perspective, Microlise and MAN worked together to produce an A-G rating system across a range of driver characteristics, such as harsh braking, harsh cornering and idling time. Customers were able to view reports of drivers, based on a set time period that could be anything from a particular journey or leg, to a longer time period. These reports could also be used to aid driver training, allowing customers to manage by exception in terms of targeting training at drivers posting lower grades, either overall or for certain criteria. Drivers were also given access to these reports, allowing them to understand their own performance and develop their skills based on accurate data and insight. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics

Applicable Industries

Transportation

Automotive

Applicable Functions

Maintenance

Use Cases

Fleet Management

Driver Performance Monitoring

Vehicle Performance Monitoring

Services

System Integration

Software Design & Engineering Services

Challenge

In 2008, MAN Truck & Bus UK were seeking a telematics partner to offer a solution to its customer base. As a major player in the UK market, the company needed a reliable and innovative telematics partner that it could work with in the long term to develop the solution as the technology evolved. After having previously worked with two telematics partners, MAN conducted a detailed search of the market in order to find a partner that was both reliable and able to offer a market leading solution. The company wanted to find an established player, but one that was able to work with the team at MAN to develop the solution according to specific requirements and use cases. The ability to white label a solution was key, in order to ensure that the MAN telematics offering would be in keeping with other services offered to customers.

About Customer

MAN Truck & Bus UK is a major player in the UK market, specializing in the manufacturing and distribution of commercial vehicles, including trucks and buses. The company is known for its commitment to innovation and customer satisfaction, offering a range of services and products designed to meet the needs of its diverse customer base. MAN Truck & Bus UK has a strong presence in the transportation and automotive industries, providing reliable and efficient vehicles that are used by transport operators and hauliers across the country. The company is dedicated to enhancing the performance and efficiency of its vehicles through the integration of advanced technologies and telematics solutions.

Solution

After engaging with a number of providers, Microlise was selected as MAN’s telematics partner, due to the track record of Microlise in working with transport operators and hauliers and delivering clear return on investment. Microlise’s commitment to product research and development was also vital, with MAN able to work closely with the Microlise team to develop “Trucknology” – the MAN telematics offering. From a driver perspective, Microlise and MAN worked together to produce an A-G rating system across a range of driver characteristics, such as harsh braking, harsh cornering and idling time. Customers were able to view reports of drivers, based on a set time period that could be anything from a particular journey or leg, to a longer time period. These reports could also be used to aid driver training, allowing customers to manage by exception in terms of targeting training at drivers posting lower grades, either overall or for certain criteria. Drivers were also given access to these reports, allowing them to understand their own performance and develop their skills based on accurate data and insight.

Impact #1	The result of such insight was customers reporting improvements in fuel economy and safety, in addition to reductions in accidents and vehicle downtime.
Impact #2	Trucknology was also developed to deliver vehicle performance information, which provided customers with the ability to understand the utilization of vehicles across the fleet. This led to customers being able to spot bottlenecks in schedules and increase fleet utilization by taking the appropriate action.
Impact #3	From an MAN perspective, since its launch Trucknology has allowed the manufacturer to showcase the efficiency of its vehicles, and enhance the services offered to customers post-vehicle sale. This has helped MAN to build lasting relationships with customers, helping them to derive maximum value from the investment in MAN vehicles.

Impact #1

The result of such insight was customers reporting improvements in fuel economy and safety, in addition to reductions in accidents and vehicle downtime.

Impact #2

Trucknology was also developed to deliver vehicle performance information, which provided customers with the ability to understand the utilization of vehicles across the fleet. This led to customers being able to spot bottlenecks in schedules and increase fleet utilization by taking the appropriate action.

Impact #3

From an MAN perspective, since its launch Trucknology has allowed the manufacturer to showcase the efficiency of its vehicles, and enhance the services offered to customers post-vehicle sale. This has helped MAN to build lasting relationships with customers, helping them to derive maximum value from the investment in MAN vehicles.

Benefit #1	To date, over 13,000 telematics hardware units have been installed on MAN vehicles.

Benefit #1

To date, over 13,000 telematics hardware units have been installed on MAN vehicles.

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Case Study Powering MAN Trucknology

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