Gerhardt Group: Digging into telematics data to drive efficiency

“The biggest return we see with Geotab as a small business is we take that data and put it on an invoice. We know when our equipment was there, how long it went, how long it was used. We can confirm with the customer and prove it. That brings the money back.”

— William Gerhardt, Owner of Gerhardt Group

A multifaceted operation based in Nova Scotia, Gerhardt Group grew from roots in landscaping and construction to include trucking, fleet repair and monument building. But as their fleet of vehicles and equipment became more diverse, their existing telematics solution could not scale up—leading to delayed technical support and limited accessibility. 

Gerhardt’s leadership recognized the untapped value in their telematics data as they wanted to move beyond simply tracking vehicle locations. Their goal was to improve safety and boost maintenance efficiency. To achieve this, they transitioned from their existing telematics provider and partnered with Northern Business Intelligence, a trusted Geotab reseller.

Geotab provides Gerhardt with a unified telematics platform that measures and analyzes data from across their growing fleet. This helps Gerhardt's team monitor vehicle locations in real time and respond quickly to any road or vehicle issues, keeping drivers safe. Gerhardt also uses Geotab to track OBD (On-Board Diagnostics) data, helping to proactively maintain vehicles for optimal repair schedules. Integrating Geotab’s data into their invoicing has led to more accurate billing, reduced disputes, and faster payment cycles. Monitoring idling time and improving routing with Geotab helps Gerhardt increase sustainability and reduce fuel costs for its fleet.

Today, the team at Gerhardt Group is building on Geotab’s in-depth analytics and real-time reporting capabilities. Their goal is to continue automating data collection and integrating it into their invoicing and operational workflows, simplifying operations for their drivers and further improving customer satisfaction.

 

Gerhardt Group streamlined its operations and empowered data-driven decisions for improved efficiency by partnering with Geotab reseller Northern Business Intelligence to integrate telematics.