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A message from Omnitracs CEO Ray Greer on justice and healing during this time

Ray Greer
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On May 25, George Floyd was robbed of his life. His senseless and unlawful death has since led to a series of protests across our country and a number of countries around the world. We as a nation are confronting the horrific notion that, although all people are created equal, not all are treated...

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Mobile fleet-visibility can help you become more proactive and less reactive

Chris Chappelear

From drivers to customers to vehicles, fleet managers have an abundance of responsibilities. In this day and age, the buzz around fleet management is...

This summer will be impactful for our industry — here’s how

Omnitracs

Every year, the U.S. economy — which is closely linked to the U.S. trucking industry — experiences seasonal spikes in the summer and winter. Factoring...

How the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act could help your small business (Periodic updates included)

John Hofmann

Update: On Tuesday, June 30, the Senate extended the Paycheck Protection Program through August 8. Senate leaders moved to keep the application...

COVID-19 has temporarily changed the way we do compliance — here are a few ways how

Michael Ahart

Since COVID-19 has emerged as a global pandemic, the face of compliance has shifted drastically in many respects for our customers in the U.S. and...

Men’s Health Month 2020: 8 prominent men’s health issues, and ways you can combat them in the workplace

Rula Ifteiha

Since 1994, Men’s Health Month has been dedicated to promoting health awareness amongst men. Each June, recognized professionals — including...

Regulatory Hours of Service changes are heading our way — your top questions answered

Michael Ahart

On May 14, the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) released a Final Rule on Hours of Service (HOS) regulation changes to increase...

Pride Month 2020: Being an LGBTQ ally can begin in the workplace

Omnitracs

“Owning our story and loving ourselves through that process is the bravest thing that we will ever do.” Brené Brown New York City, 1969. In the early...

How distribution companies can go contactless in the coronavirus era

Chris Chappelear

As COVID-19 case numbers reach nearly 7 million worldwide, every state across the U.S. is deciphering how to best navigate through the pandemic. At a...

3 things truckers should keep in mind about skin health

Omnitracs

In 2012, the New England Journal of Medicine released a popular image that portrayed what frequent sun exposure does to a person’s face. The man in...

The right strategic planning solution can be just the business planning tool you’ve been looking for

Chris Chappelear

The only predictable thing about business is the unpredictability. It’s an expression fondly held in many industry circles — and for good reason. As...

Get to know our 2020 Channel Partner of the Year

Drew Lake

Our channel partners have helped us expand our domestic and global reach and deliver exceptional customer experiences throughout the years. At...

Top tips from the CDC’s guidance for long-haul truckers

Omnitracs

Long-haul truckers spend extended periods of time in their trucks, and they reach stops and destinations that place them at exposed risk to COVID-19...