Schmitz Cargobull and RIO are jointly developing further digital communications between trailer and tractor., the companies announced on Thursday. The partnership with RIO enables the forwarding of Schmitz Cargobull trailer data to the RIO portal and the import of truck telematics data via connection to the TrailerConnect® Data Management Center.
“Our partnership enables transportation companies to access a comprehensive set of truck and trailer data in real time and in one place. This makes it easier for dispatchers to schedule tours and for fleet managers to better coordinate service calls,” says Matthias Cordes, Head of Product Management Telematics.
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The integration provides a clear, detailed overview of key truck and trailer data on one platform without the need to install additional hardware. This way, RIO Truck and Schmitz Cargobull Trailer data is displayed in real time as well as comprehensive fleet and map information.
“The interface of RIO with Schmitz Cargobull TrailerConnect® is one of many important steps to further simplify logistics processes. This brings us ever closer to a uniform and clear ecosystem for freight forwarders, ensuring we break down the data silos of days gone by,” says Jan Kaumanns, CEO of RIO.
At a glance, fleet managers can view truck and trailer telematics data in one place on the TrailerConnect® portal. This helps with dispatching, route optimisation and managing schedules, as well as improving overall fleet efficiency and reducing operating costs. Combined telematics data offers advantages in truck and trailer maintenance management. Real-time alerts help plan repair and maintenance work and reduce breakdowns and downtime.
At the same time, competitor Krone Trailer and Tip Group also announced a partnership that ensures “immediate, seamless data transfer” from KRONE’s telematics hardware to TIP Trailer Telematics applications.
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“Digital transformation necessitates data standardization, system interoperability, and open interfaces. Our partnership with Tip is a manifestation of our commitment to these principles,” notes Ralf Faust, managing director at Krone.
Theo De Vries, VP Services and Insight at TIP Group adds:
“This partnership with Krone is very important to us, as we want to provide all our customers and other stakeholders with meaningful data. As fleet data is becoming increasingly abundant, data sharing accelerates every involved party to provide a better and more integrated service”.
KRONE’s telematics solution allows for real-time trailer data analysis, which is fundamental for offering connected services, the company states:
“Data standardization and system interoperability are pivotal to meet the escalating demand for digitalization. The partnership of KRONE with TIP guarantees this transparency and convenience by enabling access to all required data through the user’s preferred telematics portal and offers frictionless telematics services to TIP customers.”