GPS fleet tracking is just one example of how landscape contractors are using technology to better manage their businesses these days. From mobile communications devices and apps to cloud-based management software and online video training, today's landscape and lawn care contractors are definitely working smarter—both in the office and in the field.
Common ways contractors are using technology in the field include:
- Tracking trucks, equipment and crews
- Measuring and estimating
- Communicating with crews, clients and vendors
- Problem solving, i.e. weed identification, dealer locator, equipment troubleshooting
- Creating proposals
- Entering job notes
- Invoicing
- Taking photos
- Accepting credit card payments
That's just the shortlist, obviously. Now here is a shortlist of some actual technological tools you might like to explore for your company.
GPS Fleet Tracking
NexTraq Fleet Mobile Helps Dispatchers Track Vehicles
Verizon Networkfleet Expands GPS Coverage with Satellite Integration
Fleetmatics Reveal Provides Clear Visibility Into Field Activity, Driver Behavior
Telogis Route Helps You Organize, Plan and Deliver Optimized Routes
Mobile Crew Tracking
NexTraq Connect Keeps Crews Connected
Natural Insight Provides Mobile Time Tracking with GPS Verification
Dexter + Chaney App Helps Quickly Enter Labor, Equipment Hours on Jobsite
Fleetmatics Work for Mobile Field Service Management
Invisi-Tag Helps Landscape Crews Track Equipment
Other Management Tools
ServSuite Management Software Works on Multiple Web Browsers
EverGreen Web-Based Software for Lawn Care Management
Jobber Software for Everyday Landscape Contractors
Square Register Allows Credit Card Payments Anywhere, Anytime
