Technology for Transport and Logistics Security and Fleet Management Telematic Systems using GPS Tracking, and Video Surveying Hanns-Christian Wüstner, Socratec Telematic GmbH, Bensheim, Germany 1
Business Segments GPS-based vehicle and object tracking Fleet management and telematic systems for public and private transportation Video security systems for mobile usage 2
Modern Telematic Applications Safety, theft protection, security -Monitoring of loading doors -Video monitoring on buses and trucks -Geofencing -Corridor monitoring -Remote shut-off Recording of routes and unloading points (logbook) Container tracking Mobile timekeeping 3
Increasing Number of Users Tourist and bus companies Freight forwarding agencies and transport companies Users of construction vehicles Vehicle hire companies Handicraft businesses Technical service companies Waste management companies Container services Car Towing services Suppliers of building materials Taxi companies Yacht charterers/boat owners 4
Areas of Application of a Tracking System (1) Security application for touristic sector: Buses Dispatching of fleets Tracking of tours Video monitoring inside the bus Alarm messages Structured message and phone functionality Car hire companies: Theft protection/misappropriation (not insurable). Flexible dispatching of vehicles (return locations) Flexible return times (chargeable; over the weekend etc.) Boats Dispatching of boats Tracking of routes Video monitoring Emergency call 5
Areas of Application of a Tracking System (2) Other examples in general: Security application for public transportation(in conjunction with an alarm or video system if necessary) Stolen vehicle recovery Activation of e.g. the immobiliser system from the control centre Requirement: concealed installation Taxis (in particular small and medium-sized fleets) Dispatching of vehicles Order transmission or inquiry via mobile phone Emergency call Yachts/Yacht charter Theft protection Documentation of the cruises Recording of groundings 6
Areas of Application of a Tracking System (3) Craftsman and service fleets Monitoring of routes to prevent unauthorised use Charging of working times and driving times in the case of mobile activity Dispatching of vehicles Monitoring/notification of delay and arrival times Distribution vehicles/company vehicles Logbook function (private/company trips) Monitoring of target agreements (visits to customers) Sector-specific delivery services (laundry services, hotels etc.) Documentation of trips and unloading locations Monitoring/notification of delay and arrival times 7
Areas of Application of a Tracking System (4) Long distance transportation Vehicle fleet dispatching Timekeeping Monitoring/notification of delay and arrival times Refridgerated transports Transmission and documentation of temperatures Alarm messages in case of high temperature Scanning and RFID-acquisition of goods e.g. Gas cylinders, containers Building machinery/construction vehicles Theft protection Recording of the operating times of the auxiliary drive Mobile timekeeping Status monitoring of the building machinery 8
Quality Improvement through Telematic Solutions With telematic solutions from Socratec you improve your quality: improve security in tourism, public and private transportation, control arrival times by knowing the vehicle position, inform customers correctly about delivery times, identify the exact position to fetch i.e. container, trailer, optimise route planning by recording real driving routes record delivery times when receivers are not present, record usage of auxiliary engines (refrigerator, etc.), prevent car theft 9
Increased Efficiency through Telematic Solutions With telematic solutions from Socratec, you can avoid deadheads, monitor start and stop times, record working times, dispatch fleets more cost-effectively, reduce mobile communication costs, automatically invoice your clients for vehicle-related services, 10
Providing a Range of Further Services Further services can be provided on the basis of vehicle tracking by our customers: For example Breakdown services for trucks Alarm messages Various location-based services, e.g. specific wheather data, traffic announcements Specific area-based security services, e.g. fire brigades Platform for customer-specific use (easy integration of vehicles into the information flow of the company) 11
Just What is GPS-based Vehicle Tracking? The location of the vehicle is tracked via GPS satellites The position is transmitted once or at regular intervals via mobile network The data is collected in a database and evaluated or displayed by means of software (via Internet or locally). 12
How Does a Tracking System Work? Precision: Deviation is 3-7 m (99% of positions) for GPS under perfect reception conditions Actual deviation is 5-20 m (effects of interference on the GPS signals) Limits of the system: GPS does not work in tunnels, garages, halls or buildings GSM covering is necessary Transmission standards: Via SMS or the GPRS/UMTS standard Available information: Place Time Speed (maximum/average) Km driven Stopping and driving times Cartographic representation of routes 13
Basic Elements of a Telematic Solution Control centre (SocraMapCenter) Can be operated via browser from any PC Internet-based or local based server On-board unit an enhancements Easy to install (and de-install) GPS-based and thus high-precision GSM/GPRS capability for cost-effective communication 14
System Structure 15
Security Application via integrated GPS/Telematic-Systems: More than one Concept Theft protection: A geofence is created around the current position of a vehicle/object. If the vehicle /object leaves the geofenced area, an alarm SMS is sent to your mobile phone and via email. Theft Alarm: With an additional security key on the vehicle the geofence for theft alarm based on the actual position is activated. If leaving without deactivating by the key (towing away etc.) an alarm is sent by e-mail or SMS. 16
Control Centre: Alert Manager 17
Security Application via integrated GPS/Telematic-Systems: More than one Concept Trailer monitoring: A back-up-battery-powered GPS-system sends its position data when connected to the truck's power system while driving. When unplugged without power it sends its position once a day for 2-3 weeks. When towed away it will be again connected to the power supply. 18
Security Application via integrated GPS/Telematic-Systems: More than one Concept Trailer door monitoring: A tamper-proof, battery-powered, wireless trailer identification module is installed outside on the trailer. The module records the door opening and coupling status of the trailer and transmits the status information to the truck (equipped with a bordcomputer), from where routes, alarms and parking positions are transmitted to the control centre using GPRS. 19
Security Application via integrated GPS/Telematic-Systems: More than one Concept Corridor monitoring: Routes can be entered by a click of the mouse. If the vehicle leaves the corridor, an alarm is triggered. At the next stop the vehicle can be switched off. 20
Security Application via integrated GPS/Telematic-Systems: More than one Concept Speed Alarm The system sends an alarm message when there is overspeed. 21
A Fitting Range of Telematic Solutions SocraSecur/SocraLog Internet-based telematic solution for easy tracking of cars, trucks, trailers, building machinery and containers using GPS and GSM/GPRS standard SocraDispo/Socra Work Internet-based telematic solution for dispatching trucks and fleets using GPS and GSM, with possibility to communicate with the driver by messages and status information and registering the driver SocraDispo Enhanced Fully enhanced telematic solution for integration into customer s supply chain management system / video monitoring 22
SocraSecur Security for Vehicles Fleet View XMT and internet-based control centre Easy to install Vehicle and object tracking Route recording Vehicle status monitoring via digital input Theft alert Alarm messages Easy-to-use geofencing function (circle) Shut-down capability Back-up battery 23
SocraLog Electronic Logbook for Private and Business Trips FleetView bordcomputer XMT and internetbased control centre Small size Easy to install Vehicle locating via internet Logbook (driving distances/time/speed per trip) Distinction between private and business trips Adressmanager for adresses to be used very often (e.g. customers) 24
SocraDispo for Managing Vehicle Fleets SocraDispo (as SocraSecur), additionally Vehicle and fleet dispatching Transmission of messages and orders to vehicles Status information transmission from vehicles to dispatcher Vehicle tracking Route recording/logbook Driver registration/mobile timekeeping Battery back-up 25
Order Manager Order Manager An order message can be generated by the dispatcher This message is to be sent to one or a group of vehicles It is sent to a display device (option) The driver answers with an order status The dispatcher gets the status of all orders in one view 26
SocraWork Mobile Timekeeping SocraWork (as SocraSecur), additional features Status Informationen from the vehicle to the dispatcher Mobile work time registration Expotrable reports for the bookkeeping department Actual calculation of wage costs for building sites 27
Control Centre: Working Time Report 28
Control Centre: Down-Time Report 29
Security Application via integrated GPS/Video-Systems: More than one Concept Tourism/Bus security: An integrated GPS/video systems allows to enter a bus by video in case of emrgency and locate the precise position Control Centre GPRS/UMTS 30
On-board Hardware Mobile Video System Mobile video camera system Specified for public transport systems Connection to FleetView XM-GPS-on board unit Hard disk system for storing video data Up to 4 until 10 cameras to be connected Typical 1 camera per bus to be installed, which is vandalism protected Daylight/infrared cameras to be used Over the air-request for transmission of video data of the actual pictures in case of emergency Transmission of pictures at certain intervals to be configured 31
Functions of the Mobile Video System Monitoring the bus by event-triggered cameras Recording video streams on the hard disk in case of event which is automatically triggered Alarming by pushing the emergency button by the bus driver Transmission of actual pictures on request or at configurable intervals Documentation Evaluation by checking the video stream on the exchanged hard-disk 32
Power-independent Container Tracking FleetView XB asa a Long-life battery-based positioning module Adaptable low-power modes Maintainance-free up to 3 years Positioning on request and automatic interval Diagnostic messages on request Mechanical specification IP 65 33
Personal Tracking Trace and secure persons or packages outside buildings Recharchable battery based personal tracking device The device sends its position at defined intervals via mobile network Mobile-phone-sized High sense GPS-receiver for effective positioning Emergency call to defined phone numbers possible by using the emergency button Easy to handle 34
Further Advantages No admittance or allowance of authority needed No need of special client hard- or software (Standard PC) Just an internet access is needed for the easiest solution You can start now! 35
Socratec s System Works Worldwide where GSM/GPRS-Coverage exists 36
Summary: The Benefits of Telematic Solutions Security: Theft alert Alarm in emergency situation Monitoring of buses, boats, security cars and transports Efficiency: Optimised business processes Reduced operating expenses Increased use of manpower and means of transport Reliability, Quality Improvement: Real-time status information on your transportation equipment Customer/Tourist information by several reports on your transport services 37
Products and Services of Socratec Socratec Telematic GmbH offers complete solutions Analysis of customer requirements System concept Software Solutions -Control centre -Mapping -Communication -Reporting Integration into customer s environment On-board units Server structure On-site installation Customer support 38
Socratec s Customer Focus Socratec is geared towards the tasks set by the customers in order to optimize their business processes Focus on customer-oriented applications Innovative technology Approved and stable solutions 39
Socratec is Specialized in Coherent Fields of Competence Dedicated GPS- and GSM-Know-How Control centre software: Internet platform for displaying and evaluation of tracking data mapping software evaluation of logbooks alarm messages monitoring of areas using geofences (theft protection) Onboard systems for vehicle tracking Video systems Transmission of data using GSM/GPRS Safety and alarm message management RFID or barcode scanning Hand-held RFID and scanning devices (connected to tracking system) 40
Experience from the Beginning of Civil Usage of GPS 1996 Foundation of Socratec GmbH 2000 Start of marketing of on-board computers 2004 Renaming into Socratec Telematic GmbH, 2005 Enhancing of Strategic Focus Expansion of customer segments (building machinery, car hire companies, buses etc.) More extensive control centre software (internet-based and local) Renewal of product range (miniaturisation, GPRS) 2006 Further improvement of products and technology Increase in market share and business numbers Start of internationalisation 2007 Market introduction of new control center software SMC 41
Presence of Socratec Socratec Telematic GmbH Based in Bensheim, Germany (Frankfurt area) Branch in Rotkreuz, Switzerland Presence in several areas and countries direct or via partners 42
Unique Innovative Solutions from Socratec Socratec's offers Focussed on modular systems of vehicle fleet management and security Focussed on all kinds of tracking and tracing Solutions from one hand Innovative technology on the edge of development High quality according to German automotive standards 43
Project Processing In order to implement a system the following steps must be processed : Requirements on the system Analysis of the technical qualifikations Concept tailored to the requirements Preparation of an offer Order Delivery and implementation 44
Thank you for your Attention! Socratec Telematic GmbH Your Partner for Innovative Telematic Solutions Socratec Telematic GmbH D-64625 Bensheim Germany Tel. +49 (0)6251 8540 972 Fax +49 (0)6251 8540 973 info@socratec.de www.socratec.de 45
Appendix: On-board Hardware (1) Fleet View XM-T Small size GPRS modem (Quad-band) Voltage 10-30 V Back-up battery Data logger for 8000 positions 4 switchable outputs 4 digital inputs 4 analogue outputs CAN-Bus/FMS-Schnittstelle RS 232 serielle Schnittstelle Storage for 7500 positions in case of missing GSM connection Wireless configuration via SMS Flexible intervals (controlled by changing driving direction) Current position request Wireless software update capability Geofencing function (sends an alarm when the vehicle/object leaves the fenced circle area) Alarm-message when main battery is deactivated Temperature range in compliance with automotive standard 46
Appendix: On-board Hardware (2) Fleet View XM Cigarette package size GPRS modem Voltage 8-40 V Battery powered 10-72 hours*)(option) Two SIM-card slots to fight against roaming costs Data logger for 20,000 positions 2 switchable outputs 6 digital inputs RS 232 serial interface Wireless configuration via SMS Flexible intervals Current position request Possibility to deactivate roaming Wireless software update capability Geofencing function (sends an alarm via SMS when the vehicle/object leaves the fenced circle area) Temperature range in compliance with automotive standard *) depending on configuration 47
Appendix: On-board Hardware (3) Options Door-Sensor A connection with a door sensor is able to detect opening and closing of doors (time and place) In combination with the adress manager an alarm can be generated when the doors a opened unexpected Totally three doors can be monitored Key-Pad The key-pad will be enabled by the driver Driver and his collegue can be identified by RF-ID-button Working times can be registered Status messages can be sent 48
On-board Hardware (4) Options Display To be enabled by both driver and dispatcher Driver can register his working times Messages and orders can be sent to display by dispatcher (Message Manager) Driver is able to send back predefined status messages relating to his order The display is configured multilingual 49
Appendix: On-board Hardware (5) Options Telephone-Set Microphone and ear set to be added The driver is able to call some predefined numbers by pushing a dialling button The dispatcher is able to call the driver Alarm button Alarm button can be used by driver in case of emergency Time and location will be send to dispatcher Messages can be forwarded to e-mail-account or mobile phone Crash sensor An additional crash sensor detects crashes (location and time) Alarm-vehicle switch The driver activates a geo-fence-alarm by turning a key when parking 50