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Book a CallWhen you have drivers on your payroll, staying on top of driver safety is of the utmost importance. Whether your fleet is company-owned or employee-owned, keeping your employees safe on the road is the right thing to do—and is good for business, too.
One method to improve driver safety is continuous driver record monitoring, an ongoing process that lets you keep track of your employees’ motor vehicle records (MVRs), ensuring that your drivers remain diligent and safe on the road.
In this blog, we’ll take a deeper look into the importance of continuous MVR monitoring and why it’s a smart and simple element of any business’ effective risk management strategy.
Current challenges
Typically, companies have leaned on annual MVR checks or less frequent reviews of driving records to monitor their drivers’ behaviors on the road. However, this leaves a lot of room for gaps in line-of-sight, and comes with limitations. Drivers can incur violations, license suspensions, or even DUI charges between these staggered checks.
Without real-time monitoring, high-risk drivers can continue to operate vehicles in a way that might not align with your business’ values, which can lead to increased risk of vehicle crashes, reputational damage, and other incidents which can ultimately really hurt the company’s bottom line.
Continuous motor vehicle record (MVR) monitoring
Continuous MVR monitoring offers a more interactive and proactive solution to these challenges. By choosing a continuous monitoring program instead of one of the alternative less frequent options, companies can receive real-time notifications of any changes in a driver’s record — both good and bad!
Some of these real-time notifications will include information relating to driver’s license suspensions, revocations, medical certificate expirations, and other updates that could be important for an employer to know. This prompt access to driver behavior information and data allows for fleet managers or administrators to take necessary, and sometimes corrective action swiftly, reducing the risk of incidents and improving their overall driver safety. [1]
Case study
Let’s consider a case study for a moment of a hypothetical company running a continuous motor vehicle record monitoring program:
This case study involves a large motor carrier who, before adopting this tech, encountered some snags in the road with their high-risk drivers. Some of these high-risk drivers had infractions on their record including unnoticed bad driving behavior that resulted in multiple vehicle crashes. After integrating continuous MVR monitoring, they received real-time updates on their drivers’ MVRs, which allowed for immediate corrective actions. This proactive approach significantly reduced the number of incidents on the road by 40%, improved their safety record, and ultimately enhanced their bottom line.
Seamless administration and advanced technology
Implementing continuous driver monitoring might seem daunting, but modern software solutions make the process straightforward and efficient. Advanced technology platforms, like Cardata’s driver safety software, integrate seamlessly with existing fleet management systems, providing a user-friendly interface for administrators.
These platforms offer customizable dashboards, automated alerts, and easy to use reporting tools that simplify the monitoring process. Administrators can easily access up-to-date driving records, set up real-time notifications, and generate detailed MVR reports, all from a single, centralized system. This integration not only enhances operational efficiency but also ensures that companies stay compliant with regulatory and safety requirements without adding to an admin’s administrative burden.
Addressing common concerns
Cost: Nothing in this world is free, and while there is an affordable upfront cost, the long-term savings from preventing accidents and reducing liability far outweigh the costs.
Privacy: Continuous monitoring programs are designed to comply with all relevant privacy laws and ensure that sensitive information is handled securely.
Integration: Modern motor vehicle record monitoring services, like those offered by Cardata and SambaSafety, are designed to integrate seamlessly with existing fleet management systems. [2]
Conclusion
Continuous driver record monitoring is a modern and useful tool for any company that values its drivers’ safety and smart and effective risk management. By transitioning from staggered MVR reviews to a continuous monitoring system, like Cardata’s driver safety program, businesses can ensure they’re always informed about their drivers’ records, enabling more timely interventions that keep the roads safer for everyone.
Whether you’re managing a fleet of company-owned vehicles or employee-owned vehicles, monitoring the driving behavior of employees is super important. Continuous MVR monitoring is an important component in maintaining a high standard of safety and reputational esteem. Embrace this technology to protect your drivers, your assets, and your company’s reputation.
For more information on how continuous monitoring can benefit your fleet, contact Cardata today and explore our comprehensive monitoring services and driver safety training programs tailored to meet the needs of the modern fleet of drivers.
Sources
[1] https://sambasafety.com/capabilities/mvrs-for-employers/
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