GPS technology enables both fixed and mobile assets to be located at pin-point accuracy anywhere on the earth provided they are fitted with a suitable GPS receiver.

GSM technology allows mobile voice calls to be made as well as the transmission of Short Messages provided the asset has a suitable GSM transmitter and receiver.

By combining the two technologies it is possible to monitor, track and log the status and position of a motor vehicle and transmits its position and status as a SMS message, to a central Office for display on a digital map.

The TeleBudgie System that we have offers numerous benefits including:

- Communications

Making two-way GSM voice calls between the Driver/Vehicle and the Office. It is possible for the Office to contact the Driver by making a GSM voice call and offer the Driver instructions with regards to the delivery and pickup of goods. Conversely the Driver can also make a voice call to his Manager requesting directions or assistance.

In the event of vehicle breakdown, not only is the Driver able to contact the Office but the Office can send out roadside assistance and recovery since the System knows about the geographical location of the vehicle.

- Security and Surveillance

The TeleBudgie System is ideal for monitoring vehicles transporting high-value items such as commodities (chemicals, drugs, perishable food, etc). If the vehicle enters a forbidden geographical region, the vehicle owner can be alerted by a SMS message being sent to his mobile phone.

If the vehicle owner is suffering losses during the transportation of cargo, the system will be able to log whenever the cargo door is opened and record the geographical position of the vehicle when this has happened. Alternatively the owner can be notified immediately by a SMS message being sent to his mobile phone whenever the cargo door is opened.

In the unfortunate event that a vehicle is stolen, it will be possible to track the vehicle so that it can be recovered. Drivers who fit their vehicles with such a System can benefit from lower insurance premiums too.

- Logging

It is possible to log Ignition ON/OFF times, vehicle speed, vehicle status, temperature (useful when transporting perishable goods for health and safety reasons), etc. The logged information can then be downloaded for subsequent analysis and reports can be produced. Drivers