Thursday 18 August 2011

Vehicle Tracking Systems - effective crime prevention systems

I have met many customers with different reasons for needing Vehicle Tracking and Equipment Tracking Systems for their companies fleet, however one of the most considered reasons for purchasing this type of system is the potential assistance it can provide law enforcement officers with if your vehicle or item is lost or stolen.

Portable Vehicle Tracking Device
Many haulage companies suffer at the hands of criminals who are looking to steal the goods from within their van or even the van itself.

Of course, there are many other things you can do to try and prevent a thief from attempting to take your vehicle, but many high risk workers and companies choose to also have a warning sign confirming that:

"This Vehicle uses Tracking Equipment which will be used by the Police to find it and its contents if stolen"

This equipment is instant use and once the alarm is raised the equipment can be traced using any computer with an internet connection. This information can also be passed to the police who will use it as one of the most important tools to find the criminal. 

Vehcile Tracking systems are also purchased as an excellent tool for haulage companies in order to trace the whereabouts of a consignment, car, lorry or bike as well as confirming their speed, ETA and assisting with confirming traffic that might hinder the rest of the journey.

Many high profile companies (including security firms and even the police themselves) use tracking and communications systems like these on a daily basis.