Wireless Matrix Releases In-Cab Navigation and Communication Solution Offering Turn-by-Turn Navigation, Free-Form Text Messaging
04 Marzo 2009 - 5:00PM
Marketwired
Wireless Matrix (TSX: WRX) today announced that the company's
in-cab Navigation and Messaging solution for FleetOutlook� will be
available for subscription beginning in late March.
Combining an off-the-shelf personal navigation device (PND) or
an in-cab laptop computer with the functionality of the
FleetOutlook solution, the Wireless Matrix Navigation(TM) and
Messaging mini-applications connect drivers and dispatchers with
greater effectiveness. Location-based data is transferred
bi-directionally between the in-vehicle navigation platform and
FleetOutlook, allowing drivers and dispatchers to communicate work
assignments and messages, destination addresses, schedule changes
and more.
The initial release of the Navigation and Messaging
mini-applications supports turn-by-turn navigation and free-form
text messaging between dispatchers and vehicle operators. In
addition, dispatchers are able to search for specific vehicles and
send job site addresses via the dispatch job feature. Together,
these functions establish a platform that improves response times
and operational efficiency, and reduces miles driven and fuel
used.
"Our integrated Navigation and Messaging solution incorporates a
number of innovations which significantly enhance dispatcher
productivity, including a message status board, a detailed map with
real-time location of vehicles, and an IM chat-style interface, all
seamlessly integrated within a single tab-view in FleetOutlook,"
said Adam Wegel, Wireless Matrix senior director of product
management.
With Navigation and Messaging, dispatchers benefit from broad
visibility into vehicle location and job status, with the ability
to provide instructions, support and updates to drivers with
greater ease. Assigning work and verifying its completion become
more intuitive and efficient, resulting in increased dispatcher
productivity.
Drivers benefit from turn-by-turn directions to job sites,
reducing distractions and miles driven while eliminating the need
to consult maps. In-vehicle messaging translates into more timely
communication of schedule changes and updates, reducing lost-time
and reliance on phone calls from the field.
"The initial release of Navigation and Messaging provides
customers with robust messaging and job assignment critical to
maximizing productivity," said J. Richard Carlson, Wireless Matrix
president and CEO. "Combined with the mapping and management tools
of FleetOutlook, Navigation and Messaging fuels tangible benefits
and cost savings that make every dollar invested in your fleet
count."
The second phase of the solution, scheduled for April, will add
a host of additional features to Navigation and Messaging,
including automated Estimated Time of Arrival (ETA) calculation,
automatic arrival notification, broadcast message to all drivers
functionality, and other elements that further enhance the power of
Navigation and Messaging to maximize technician operations.
Wireless Matrix Navigation and Messaging is an integrated part
of Wireless Matrix's FleetOutlook solution that leverages the
application and compatible communications devices offered by
Wireless Matrix. It is designed for easy deployment and
installation. It is compatible with navigation devices available
for laptop computers (Windows XP, including Tablet PC - Service
Pack 3), Garmin PNDs that supports Version 2 Fleet Management
Interface, handheld devices and smart phones.
About Wireless Matrix
Wireless Matrix provides enterprise-class wireless data
solutions for business-critical mobile and remote asset operations.
The company delivers real-time data services across cellular,
satellite and WiFi networks; a variety of modems and hardware
platforms; and transportation applications that increase
productivity and reduce operating expenses with service fleet
operations. Wireless Matrix is headquartered in Reston, VA., and
has offices in San Francisco and Burnaby, British Columbia. For
more information visit www.wirelessmatrix.com.
Contacts: Wireless Matrix Corporation Maria C. Izurieta Investor
Relations (703) 262-4020 Email: Maria.Izurieta@wrx-us.com Wireless
Matrix Corporation Michael Jakab Sales (703) 262-4086 Email:
Mike.Jakab@wrx-us.com Wireless Matrix Corporation Mark Freeman
Marketing / Media Relations (703) 262-4024 Email:
Mark.Freeman@wrx-us.com Website: www.wirelessmatrix.com
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