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I am doing some research on the pro's and con's of implementing GPS "tracking" on service vehicles. I would like to hear from as many people as possible on your thoughts on this issue. Some questions that I have would be:

1. Would you feel like you are being watched?
2. What problems or issues would be solved by installing GPS on service vans?
3. Can anyone quantify in real numbers the savings by installing GPS on service vehicles?
4. How do they increase efficiency as claimed by many manufacturers?
5. Would you get your good techs mad by installing them?
6. If you have a good tech (takes care of themselves, covers their time) how can GPS possibly help?

I would especially like to hear from anyone who works for a company that is currently using GPS or has used them in the past and what your feelings are on using GPS. I will keep a close eye on this and try to come back with more questions or remarks whenever anyone posts. I'm not being arrogant, I just want to learn as much as possible about GPS and want to pick as many brains as possible.

Thanks in advance.
  • Posted 28 Mar 2008 12:54
  • By batman
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  • Pennsylvania, United States

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