ELD Selection
ELD applications can work on a mobile device or fixed-mounted tablet. Many owners prefer fixed-mounted tablets since they stay secured in the vehicle. But if bar codes or near field communication (NFC) tags are used for inspections, a mobile tablet will be needed to walk around the vehicle to do checks, scan QR codes and take pictures of defects.
Smartphones and other wireless devices must satisfy the technical specifications, be certified and be included on the FMCSA’s list of registered devices, found at csa.fmcsa.dot.gov/ELD/List.
ELDs may be part of a fleet management system or include its functions. However, this is not required in the ELD mandate.
Does It Fit Your Business?
Many ELD solutions offer customizable features that can prove beneficial to your operation and enable you to make maintenance and business decisions based on the data captured. For example, you may be able to set up parameters to track and reduce excessive idling, or set up geofences to track specific types of vehicle movement.
When working with ELD vendors, make sure they can adapt their solution to meet your specific business requirements.
