DIGITAL TACHOGRAPH MONITORING

INTRO

Every day, millions of trucks travel the highways and roads of our planet, delivering goods far and wide. The logistics industry is highly regulated in most parts of the world, especially in Europe, where tachograph digitalisation is mandatory. This makes it a perfect environment for implementing a remote data download and monitoring solution.

CHALLENGE

Violations of working hours and rest periods are a common concern in the logistics industry. Companies are often fined hundreds or even thousands of euros for these infringements. In addition, the European market is regulated by specific institutions that require to submit the data from digital tachographs every month and in the correct form. The companies can download the data by physically going to the vehicles and connecting directly to the tachographs.

However, this may be simple if you only have a few trucks, but it becomes a serious concern when you have to manage hundreds of them. Firstly, it is time-consuming. Second, the management process is complicated. Thirdly, it is not always possible. For example, your office is in Austria and your truck is sent to Spain for three months. In this scenario, you will not be able to get the files easily. Fortunately, Teltonika has a solution to help.

SOLUTION

We offer a complete solution to avoid the problems and headaches associated with managing digital tachograph files. It consists of Teltonika’s GPS tracking device and a dedicated software application.

How it works - the first component is a vehicle GPS tracker from Teltonika PROFESSIONAL category - FMC650 or FMM650. Each device can receive driver card data in .DDD or .TGD, .V1B, .C1B formats (depending on the region), live tachograph data, and enriched tachograph/FMS data (TachoCAN) – all through the same CAN line, making installation easier. The devices can also read live data from digital tachographs via the K-line connection. Detailed installation instructions can be found in the user manual of the respective tracker model.

The next solution’s component is a software to automate downloads and manage digital tachograph files. There are two ways to do this. You can develop your own and, if you choose this scenario, you will be provided with a special communication protocol to integrate tachograph files from Teltonika PROFESSIONAL devices. Alternatively, you skip the development part and choose a solution already tailored to work with FMC650 and FMM650 models – Teltonika’s TachoSync.

Designed as a SaaS solution, TachoSync can be accessed via an internet browser and does not require a complex implementation or server installation. One of its biggest advantages is that after the initial setup, you will receive files and data automatically, as the application will request tachograph files from the required vehicles based on the custom schedule created by the user. What is more, TachoSync is designed for solution providers – it allows to create a company hierarchy with dedicated lists of devices, users, companies and driver card details. This way, the data is easy to manage and available only to authorised users. Once downloaded, tachograph files can be stored in a cloud or forwarded via TachoSync API to a third-party solution, for example, a fleet management platform or a tachograph analytics solution.

A combination of Teltonika hardware and software allows you to achieve two goals. Firstly, you will automate the download of the required files from digital tachographs and submit them to the authorities on time. Secondly, you can always monitor the activity of drivers using live tachograph data and receive notifications if their behaviour is unacceptable, for example, if they spend too many hours on the road. In addition, you will be able to obtain all other information from the trucks using Teltonika PROFESSIONAL series GPS trackers."

In order to assure a smooth and easy installation, FMC650 and FMM650 can be provided together with additional accessories: a dedicated Tachograph or FMS cables. You can also read data from minibuses that run on a 12 V system using the optional Tacho Front Panel Cable. Activate the front panel interface on the tachograph, connect the cable and you are ready to go. Read more about the technical aspects of this use case here.

TOPOLOGY

BENEFITS

• Easy to manage tachograph reports – the solution will help save you and your customers time and effort spent going out and plugging directly into trucks' tachographs.

• Easily accessible software – our software is web-based, so you can access it from any device, anywhere in the world. If you choose to develop your software, you can design it completely yourself.

• Secure tachograph file storage – data is stored on a secure server and can only be accessed by users you authorise.

• Variety of supported tachograph files – we support not only the standard DDD file extension but also Spanish TGD and French V1B / C1B file formats.

• Efficient fleet management – by providing real-time data on vehicle location and driver activity, these Teltonika GPS trackers enable optimised scheduling and route planning, improving operational efficiency.

• Improved driver safety – monitoring driving and rest times promotes safer driving practices, reduces fatigue-related incidents and prioritises driver well-being.

• Data-driven decision making – access to detailed reports on fleet performance and driver behaviour enables data-driven strategies that streamline logistics operations for improved results.

  
  

WHY TELTONIKA?

Teltonika’s telematics division is at the forefront of digital tachograph monitoring, offering a solution that is both innovative and user-friendly. Our FMC650 and FMM650 vehicle GPS trackers are specifically designed to meet the challenges faced by the logistics industry in complying with digital tachograph regulations. These intelligent devices simplify the process of downloading and managing tachograph files, a task that has traditionally been time-consuming and complex, especially for companies managing large fleets.

Choosing Teltonika means more than just meeting regulatory requirements; it means partnering with us to achieve operational excellence. Our technology ensures compliance and improves overall fleet management. We are committed to delivering solutions that improve your business and ensure you stay ahead in a competitive and fast-moving industry.