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Dohrn Transfer Company Utilizes Samsara for Fleet Management and Safety Improvements

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Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Networks & Connectivity - Cellular
Applicable Industries	Transportation
Applicable Functions	Business Operation Maintenance
Use Cases	Driver Performance Monitoring Fleet Management Predictive Maintenance Remote Asset Management
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	Dohrn Transfer Company needed a solution for ELD compliance and broader business initiatives such as improving safety, reducing paperwork, optimizing maintenance, and enhancing dispatching efficiency. The company was subject to Hours of Service regulations and required a reliable system to ensure compliance. Additionally, Dohrn wanted a user-friendly and flexible platform that could integrate seamlessly with their existing operations and engage employees effectively. Read More
About Customer	Dohrn Transfer Company is a less-than-truckload carrier headquartered in Rock Island, Illinois. Founded in 1921 by Charles Dohrn, the company has grown to operate 545 vehicles, including 470 tractors and 75 straight trucks, with 645 drivers. Dohrn Transfer offers trucking services and local delivery across a 14-state service area through its 21 terminals. The company prides itself on utilizing powerful logistical tools and showcasing excellence in service. Dohrn Transfer is committed to compliance with Hours of Service regulations and aims to leverage technology to support broader business initiatives. Read More
Solution	Dohrn Transfer Company deployed Samsara IoT sensors in every truck to support ELD compliance, routing and dispatch efficiency, safety programs, and preventive maintenance. The Samsara platform provided integrated fleet management capabilities, including live GPS tracking, maintenance diagnostics, fuel usage monitoring, and driver safety event reporting. The platform's ease of use and flexibility made it simple to implement and integrate with other business operations. Samsara's live GPS location tracking enabled dispatchers to make real-time decisions, improving dispatch and routing efficiency. The platform also facilitated proactive driver coaching and gamification, enhancing safety and driver engagement. Additionally, Samsara's electronic DVIRs and maintenance alerts improved maintenance response times and vehicle uptime. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics

Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Networks & Connectivity - Cellular

Applicable Industries

Transportation

Applicable Functions

Business Operation

Maintenance

Use Cases

Driver Performance Monitoring

Fleet Management

Predictive Maintenance

Remote Asset Management

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

Dohrn Transfer Company needed a solution for ELD compliance and broader business initiatives such as improving safety, reducing paperwork, optimizing maintenance, and enhancing dispatching efficiency. The company was subject to Hours of Service regulations and required a reliable system to ensure compliance. Additionally, Dohrn wanted a user-friendly and flexible platform that could integrate seamlessly with their existing operations and engage employees effectively.

About Customer

Dohrn Transfer Company is a less-than-truckload carrier headquartered in Rock Island, Illinois. Founded in 1921 by Charles Dohrn, the company has grown to operate 545 vehicles, including 470 tractors and 75 straight trucks, with 645 drivers. Dohrn Transfer offers trucking services and local delivery across a 14-state service area through its 21 terminals. The company prides itself on utilizing powerful logistical tools and showcasing excellence in service. Dohrn Transfer is committed to compliance with Hours of Service regulations and aims to leverage technology to support broader business initiatives.

Solution

Dohrn Transfer Company deployed Samsara IoT sensors in every truck to support ELD compliance, routing and dispatch efficiency, safety programs, and preventive maintenance. The Samsara platform provided integrated fleet management capabilities, including live GPS tracking, maintenance diagnostics, fuel usage monitoring, and driver safety event reporting. The platform's ease of use and flexibility made it simple to implement and integrate with other business operations. Samsara's live GPS location tracking enabled dispatchers to make real-time decisions, improving dispatch and routing efficiency. The platform also facilitated proactive driver coaching and gamification, enhancing safety and driver engagement. Additionally, Samsara's electronic DVIRs and maintenance alerts improved maintenance response times and vehicle uptime.

Impact #1	Dohrn Transfer achieved an 88% reduction in harsh driving events through proactive driver coaching and the use of Samsara HD dash cams.
Impact #2	The company saw a 50% reduction in idle time by implementing a coaching program based on idling reports from the Samsara dashboard.
Impact #3	Samsara's live GPS tracking and real-time decision-making capabilities improved dispatch and routing efficiency, allowing Dohrn to handle more customer requests in a day.

Impact #1

Dohrn Transfer achieved an 88% reduction in harsh driving events through proactive driver coaching and the use of Samsara HD dash cams.

Impact #2

The company saw a 50% reduction in idle time by implementing a coaching program based on idling reports from the Samsara dashboard.

Impact #3

Samsara's live GPS tracking and real-time decision-making capabilities improved dispatch and routing efficiency, allowing Dohrn to handle more customer requests in a day.

Benefit #1	50% reduction in idle time.
Benefit #2	2% increase in fuel efficiency, saving 150,000 gallons of fuel and over $500,000 per year.
Benefit #3	$200,000 annual savings on cellular data plans by using Samsara's built-in WiFi hotspot.

Benefit #1

50% reduction in idle time.

Benefit #2

2% increase in fuel efficiency, saving 150,000 gallons of fuel and over $500,000 per year.

Benefit #3

$200,000 annual savings on cellular data plans by using Samsara's built-in WiFi hotspot.

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Dohrn Transfer Company Utilizes Samsara for Fleet Management and Safety Improvements

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