Guidepoint(TM) Ships GSM Fleet Solution to Donlen Corp.
Digital GPS tracking & fleet-management system to be installed on mobile install vehicles
PONTIAC, Mich., Aug. 31 -- Guidepoint Systems today announced that it has begun shipping its GSM-based tracking fleet management solution to Northbrook, Ill.-based Donlen Corporation, the fastest-growing fleet leasing and management company in North America.
The Pontiac, Mich.-based supplier of stolen vehicle recovery, driver safety/convenience and fleet solutions said the initial units being shipped would be used to outfit a mobile installation workforce fleet of more than 250 vehicles. Donlen Corporation will provide system installation and fleet management services to the fleet operator, which maintains one of the largest fleets in its industry.
The Guidepoint fleet solution, which operates on the nationwide Cingular(R) Wireless GSM(TM)/GPRS/EDGE network, is targeted to small and mid- size enterprises with fleets of two to 300 vehicles. Designed with a "less is more" philosophy, Guidepoint offers the features most desired by fleet operators, including history reporting, stop reporting, and location-based tracking. Additionally, Guidepoint's fleet solution offers a number of specially available features, including an optional in-vehicle panic button, with 24/7/365 response center assistance and stolen vehicle recovery and emergency support.
"We're pleased to work with Donlen Corporation to provide a cost-effective and feature-rich fleet solution for small to mid-sized enterprises," President and CEO Rand Mueller said. "There are tens of thousands of vehicle fleets that can reap substantial and immediate ROI by using a GPS-based solution to manage and protect their mobile assets. With Guidepoint, fleet operators can reduce operating costs, improve employee productivity and cut their insurance costs significantly."
About Donlen Corporation
Donlen Corporation, headquartered in Northbrook, Ill. and with offices nationwide, is North America's fastest growing provider of innovative fleet management programs. Since its inception in 1965, Donlen has combined industry-leading technology, responsive customer service and highly experienced industry experts to provide clients the best of all worlds. At Donlen, "We're Changing the Way You Work.(R)" is more than a tagline, it's the company's commitment to its customers. For more information, visit http://www.donlen.com/ .
About Guidepoint(TM)
Guidepoint Systems is a comprehensive solution for stolen vehicle recovery, driver safety/convenience and fleet management. Owned by Pontiac, Mich.-based GPSi, LLC, Guidepoint offers a range of safety, security and convenience options to drivers throughout North America and Mexico. Guidepoint is sold to consumers through more than 500 new-car dealers nationwide and to fleet operators through car dealerships and other value- added partners. Visit http://www.guidepointsystems.com/ or call 1-877-GPS-FIND for more information.