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KeHE Distributors Leverages Samsara for Fleet Efficiency and Safety

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Technology Category	Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS) Sensors - GPS
Applicable Industries	Retail Transportation
Applicable Functions	Logistics & Transportation Quality Assurance
Use Cases	Driver Performance Monitoring Fleet Management Predictive Maintenance Real-Time Location System (RTLS)
Services	System Integration Training
Challenge	KeHE Distributors faced challenges with their previous AOBRD and GPS tracking provider, which had hardware that was difficult to install and use. The hardware was not portable, leading to a loss of GPS tracking on 15% of their fleet, making it difficult to accurately track deliveries and update customers with ETAs. Additionally, drivers struggled with the in-cab tablets provided by the previous system, which could not load additional apps, resulting in a lack of a consolidated place to track routes and hours. This led to inefficiencies and a cluttered electronic setup in the trucks. Read More
About Customer	KeHE Distributors, LLC, headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, is a leading distributor of specialty organic foods to grocery stores across all 50 U.S. states, including Alaska and Hawaii. With a fleet of over 550 trucks and 700 drivers, KeHE is dedicated to efficiency, safety, and customer service. The company was recognized as a 2020 Samsara Top Fleets Finalist for its excellence in performance. KeHE's primary focus is on improving fleet efficiency, safety, and customer service through innovative solutions and technology. Read More
Solution	KeHE Distributors implemented Samsara's plug-and-play hardware, including Vehicle Gateways (VGs) and AI dash cams, across their entire fleet. This allowed for easy self-installation and the ability to switch out or add devices as needed. The Samsara Driver App provided a consolidated platform for drivers to log hours, track routes and deliveries, and communicate with dispatch. This improved driver satisfaction and simplified the payroll process. Additionally, Samsara's real-time GPS tracking and geofencing capabilities enhanced routing efficiency and customer service by providing accurate ETAs and automated order updates. The AI dash cams also improved driver coaching and safety by providing high-quality video footage for incident analysis and exoneration. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Analytics & Modeling - Predictive Analytics

Functional Applications - Fleet Management Systems (FMS)

Sensors - GPS

Applicable Industries

Retail

Transportation

Applicable Functions

Logistics & Transportation

Quality Assurance

Use Cases

Driver Performance Monitoring

Fleet Management

Predictive Maintenance

Real-Time Location System (RTLS)

Services

System Integration

Training

Challenge

KeHE Distributors faced challenges with their previous AOBRD and GPS tracking provider, which had hardware that was difficult to install and use. The hardware was not portable, leading to a loss of GPS tracking on 15% of their fleet, making it difficult to accurately track deliveries and update customers with ETAs. Additionally, drivers struggled with the in-cab tablets provided by the previous system, which could not load additional apps, resulting in a lack of a consolidated place to track routes and hours. This led to inefficiencies and a cluttered electronic setup in the trucks.

About Customer

KeHE Distributors, LLC, headquartered in Naperville, Illinois, is a leading distributor of specialty organic foods to grocery stores across all 50 U.S. states, including Alaska and Hawaii. With a fleet of over 550 trucks and 700 drivers, KeHE is dedicated to efficiency, safety, and customer service. The company was recognized as a 2020 Samsara Top Fleets Finalist for its excellence in performance. KeHE's primary focus is on improving fleet efficiency, safety, and customer service through innovative solutions and technology.

Solution

KeHE Distributors implemented Samsara's plug-and-play hardware, including Vehicle Gateways (VGs) and AI dash cams, across their entire fleet. This allowed for easy self-installation and the ability to switch out or add devices as needed. The Samsara Driver App provided a consolidated platform for drivers to log hours, track routes and deliveries, and communicate with dispatch. This improved driver satisfaction and simplified the payroll process. Additionally, Samsara's real-time GPS tracking and geofencing capabilities enhanced routing efficiency and customer service by providing accurate ETAs and automated order updates. The AI dash cams also improved driver coaching and safety by providing high-quality video footage for incident analysis and exoneration.

Impact #1	KeHE's drivers are much happier with the Samsara Driver App, which allows them to log hours, track routes and deliveries, and message with dispatch in a single place. This has made the work of the back office easier as well.
Impact #2	The ease of installation of Samsara's plug-and-play hardware means KeHE now has visibility into their entire fleet, improving routing and customer service.
Impact #3	The real-time GPS tracking and geofencing capabilities have improved the 'Check Call' process, saving approximately 19 hours per week by eliminating the need for manual check calls.

Impact #1

KeHE's drivers are much happier with the Samsara Driver App, which allows them to log hours, track routes and deliveries, and message with dispatch in a single place. This has made the work of the back office easier as well.

Impact #2

The ease of installation of Samsara's plug-and-play hardware means KeHE now has visibility into their entire fleet, improving routing and customer service.

Impact #3

The real-time GPS tracking and geofencing capabilities have improved the 'Check Call' process, saving approximately 19 hours per week by eliminating the need for manual check calls.

Benefit #1	KeHE saved 9 hours per week in payroll processing, totaling 468 hours annually.
Benefit #2	KeHE saved approximately 19 hours per week in the 'Check Call' process, totaling 988 hours annually.
Benefit #3	KeHE saw an 18% reduction in accidents within a year due to improved driver coaching programs.

Benefit #1

KeHE saved 9 hours per week in payroll processing, totaling 468 hours annually.

Benefit #2

KeHE saved approximately 19 hours per week in the 'Check Call' process, totaling 988 hours annually.

Benefit #3

KeHE saw an 18% reduction in accidents within a year due to improved driver coaching programs.

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KeHE Distributors Leverages Samsara for Fleet Efficiency and Safety

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