The companies report this integration strengthens compliance, improves communication, and helps with the integrity of temperature-dependent goods, such as food and pharmaceuticals, during transit.
"Working with Getoab to expand the reach of our industry leading TracKing Pro telematics offerings helps provide our customers with even greater value through enhanced access to critical refrigeration data and insights," says Dominic Hand, vice president of Digital at Thermo King. "The integration with Geotab's platform equips fleet managers with a single pane of glass, helping deliver a seamless experience for monitoring all aspects of their operations."
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"We are thrilled to work alongside Thermo King to bring this powerful solution to our customers," adds Sabina Martin, Geotab vice president of product management." By combining Thermo King's TracKing telematics and deep expertise in transport refrigeration with Geotab's robust telematics platform, we are empowering fleets to optimize their cold chain operations, reduce risks, and improve overall efficiency."
The companies state benefits of the collaboration include:
- Near real-time monitoring: Near-live data feeds provide up-to-the-minute insights into cargo temperature and refrigeration unit performance
- Temperature alerts: Automated alerts notify fleet managers of critical events, such as temperature excursions or equipment malfunctions.
- Two-way communication: Remotely adjust setpoints (where supported) and clear fault codes, enabling proactive issue resolution.
- Increased fleet visibility: A comprehensive view of cold chain operations enhances control and decision-making.
- OEM-sourced data: Direct integration with Thermo King systems increases data accuracy and reliability.
"Geotab's collaboration with Thermo King makes cold chain telematics more seamless than ever," says James McDermott, senior solutions partnerships manager at Geotab. "It is about ensuring perishable goods from food and beverage to pharmaceuticals remain fresh and safe for all of us who rely on these products. Giving fleets easy access to their temperature-controlled units helps with compliance and limits the cost of food and product spoilage."
The integration will be accessible through Geotab's MyGeotab platform, providing a user-friendly interface for managing cold chain operations.
