GPS vehicle tracking
A GPS vehicle tracker box is a small electronic device when activated emits a uniquely coded signal that communicates through an antenna with the satellite network to find the global position of the tracker box. The information is then sent via a GSM/GPRS mobile phone network to the parent organisation.
The tracker box stores information until it is requested by the system and then it sends an update. It stores the position, direction, speed and distance travelled of the van and whether the engine is running.
The technology is used to keep track of assets, especially useful for expensive equipment and people. It gives an accurate picture of a vehicles position and speed at any time. There are many advantages of knowing where assets are, especially if they have been stolen and the police are trying to track down the vehicles.