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About Forward Thinking Systems (FTS) specializes in delivering advanced telematics solutions to both public and private sectors for efficient fleet, driver, and asset management. Established in 2005, FTS has empowered numerous clients and agencies with essential tools and data-driven insights for optimized fleet operations. FTS has facilitated seamless access to automated processes for state emissions and compliance solutions, serving a multitude of fleets nationwide. FTS presents five comprehensive platform offerings — IntelliHub®, Field Warrior®, Route Matrix™, FleetCam®, and DriveShield® — to address diverse challenges in fleet management, asset tracking, ELD compliance, and driver safety across multiple industries on a global scale.	About Prevent HOS Violations, Drivers Log Hours in Mobile App. Real-time visibility into drivers nearing or in violation gives you peace of mind that you're complying with the ELD mandate. Access a single system for Hours of Service logging, GPS tracking, dispatch, and maintenance with a complete platform that's FMCSA certified. A built-in WiFi hotspot keeps devices connected, even when there's no cell reception. Prevent compliance errors and speed up repairs with paperless DVIRs and a real-time maintenance dashboard. Simplify compliance and operations with a platform that combines GPS tracking, Hours of Service, paperless DVIRs, temperature monitoring, and more. Plug and play installation with zero-configuration allows you to get set up in 15 minutes. Samsara's hardware works with any vehicle, including cars, light and heavy trucks, buses, and more.
Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook	Platforms Supported Windows Mac Linux Cloud On-Premises iPhone iPad Android Chromebook
Audience Companies looking for a Fleet Management platform	Audience Companies searching for a complete Fleet Maintenance solution
Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online	Support Phone Support 24/7 Live Support Online
API Offers API	API Offers API
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Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person	Training Documentation Webinars Live Online In Person
Company Information Forward Thinking Systems Founded: 2005 United States www.ftsgps.com	Company Information Samsara Founded: 2015 United States www.samsara.com
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Categories Fleet Maintenance Fleet Management GPS Tracking Route Planning Transportation Dispatch Trucking	Categories Computer Vision Delivery Management Fleet Maintenance Fleet Management Freight Fuel Management GPS Tracking Industrial IoT Logbook Route Planning Transportation Dispatch Trucking
Fleet Management Features Dispatch Management Employee Management Fuel Management GPS Tracking Incident Reporting Inspection Management Inventory Management Maintenance Management Mileage Tracking Motor Pool Routing Tire Management VIN Lookup Work Order Management	Fleet Maintenance Features Cost Tracking Fuel Tracking Maintenance History Maintenance Scheduling Parts Inventory Management Repair Tracking Tire Management Vehicle Information Warranty Tracking Work Order Management Fleet Management Features Dispatch Management Employee Management Fuel Management GPS Tracking Incident Reporting Inspection Management Inventory Management Maintenance Management Mileage Tracking Motor Pool Routing Tire Management VIN Lookup Work Order Management GPS Tracking Features Alerts/Notifications Asset Tracking Driver Management Historical Reporting Mobile Tracking People Tracking Real Time Tracking Routing Status Tracking Territory Management Vehicle Tracking Trucking Features Billing & Invoicing Customer Database Dispatch Management Driver Management Driver Settlements Fuel Card Management Fuel Management Load Optimization Maintenance Management Mileage Tracking Quote Management Quotes/Estimates Recruiting Management Routing Scheduling Trip Logs Vehicle Management Vehicle Tracking Show More Features Computer Vision Features Blob Detection & Analysis Building Tools Image Processing Multiple Image Type Support Reporting / Analytics Integration Smart Camera Integration Freight Features 3PL Barcoding / RFID Billing & Invoicing Customer Management Customer Portal Import / Export Management International Forwarders Local Forwarders LTL Management Rate Management Shipment Tracking Truckload Management Warehouse Management Waybills Fuel Management Features Billing & Invoicing Fuel Card Reconciliation Fuel Cards Fuel Cost Management IFTA Reporting Industry Pricing Personnel Management Third Party Interface Variables Monitoring Logbook Features Asset Tracking Audit Trails Data Search Employee Time Clock For Drivers For Pilots User Access Permissions Violation Tracking
Integrations FleetSoft First Arriving Dashboards Alvys Axle Cetaris Fix Degama DTMS Descartes MacroPoint HCSS NextBillion.ai Oculus Freight PCS TMS for Shippers and Carriers RTA Fleet Management Rayven Routeware Safety Suite TracxTMS Trinium TMS TruckIT TruckMaster EnVision Wufoo Show More Integrations View All 2 Integrations	Integrations FleetSoft First Arriving Dashboards Alvys Axle Cetaris Fix Degama DTMS Descartes MacroPoint HCSS NextBillion.ai Oculus Freight PCS TMS for Shippers and Carriers RTA Fleet Management Rayven Routeware Safety Suite TracxTMS Trinium TMS TruckIT TruckMaster EnVision Wufoo Show More Integrations View All 47 Integrations
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