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Growing public interest in vehicle monitoring has led to the expansion of the GPS tracker business. A wide range of vehicle monitoring devices—both local and imported—is available on the market, each offering its own unique advantages. How can you choose the best option from among the many available GPS tracker brands? Consider these six factors when evaluating a GPS tracker!
1. Complete Features According to Needs
Not only able to track vehicle location, GPS tracker features are increasingly varied. Some of them include fuel monitoring, driving behavior monitoring, vehicle engine monitoring (on/off), remote engine shutdown, cargo door sensors, emergency buttons (SOS), and geofences. Do you just want location monitoring, or more? Look for one that suits your fleet monitoring needs and make sure the monitoring system (via PC/mobile) is easy to understand and use.
2. Have an Official Permit and Postel Certificate
The GPS tracker company you choose must have an official permit and Postel certification from the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology to trade its products in Indonesia. This is very important, because if it is not there, the risk of being blocked is quite high because it entered Indonesia illegally, so you will suffer losses. This Postel certificate is valid for every model/type of GPS tracker device used, with a validity period of 3 years and can be extended. You can visit the site https://sertifikasi.postel.go.id/sertifikat/publish to check the certification.
3. Hardware and Software Developed in-house
Many GPS tracker companies actually only offer installation services, while sourcing the devices from external suppliers. If multiple companies source from the same place, what sets them apart? The difference often lies solely in the quality of their technicians and their software (whether developed in-house or by a third party). Opt for a company that develops its own hardware and software; this offers greater peace of mind, knowing that the company you trust fully understands the ins and outs of its products.
4. Data Storage Not from Third Parties
The server plays a crucial role as it is the center of data and traffic. It is highly discouraged to choose a GPS tracker with a rented server from a hosting provider, especially one that relies on free hosting. Data storage quotas for GPS trackers that do not have their own servers are usually very minimal, and access is slower. This is because rented or free servers handle a wide variety of data and users, not focused solely on the GPS tracker, and their traffic is also high.
5. There is After Sales Service and Warranty
Make sure the GPS tracker company you choose has after-sales customer service and product warranty. You don't need to bother spending a lot of time repairing the device when it is damaged or has problems. With after-sales service and warranty, complaints can be handled and device damage can be repaired immediately by technicians provided by the GPS tracker company. Because a GPS tracker is a long-term investment, you also need to assess the company's existence. Customer service support and warranty will be useless if the company goes out of business.
6. Can Trial Products and Free Training
To ensure that your GPS tracker is as good as advertised, you should test it first. This test run is very useful, especially if you intend to use it in a large fleet with complex features. Don't be disappointed if the GPS tracker and its various features don't work properly after installation. Additionally, you should also check if free training is available. This will be especially useful if you are using a GPS tracker with many features and have several operational managers monitoring your fleet.
Don’t have much time to look for a GPS tracker that meets all six of the criteria above? Don’t worry, Cartrack is the solution!
Cartrack has obtained official permits and Postel certificates for the types of GPS trackers used. We have a variety of features that can be tailored to your fleet monitoring needs. The hardware and software are developed by Cartrack's internal team, with an internal server center. We provide a lifetime warranty, 24-hour customer service, free training, and product trials.
Cartrack has everything you need—what are you waiting for? Contact us right now and get a FREE DEMO of Cartrack!
