Draw Less, Do More: Kestrel’s Game-Changing Geotab Update

January 24, 2025
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Introduction:

Ever spent hours drawing geofences around delivery points? We get it — it’s a headache no fleet manager needs. That’s why we’re excited to share something that will make your day easier: Kestrel Insights now works right inside your Geotab dashboard, automatically creating polygon geofences with just an address or lat/long.

No more switching between systems or carefully hand tracing boundaries on a map. Just type in a location, and you’re done. It’s as simple as that. Your drivers stay focused on the road, you spend less time on tedious admin work, and everyone gets powerful real-time updates through the Geotab system you’re already using.

Whether you’re managing local deliveries or coordinating cross-country routes, this is about putting time back in your day for the things that really matter — like growing your business and keeping your customers happy.

Marketplace Integration Overview:

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Managing your fleet’s boundaries shouldn’t feel like an art project. You know the drill — those basic circle zones that miss half your facility, or the tedious task of drawing shapes around every site like you’re back in geometry class.

Where Geotab customers find the most value and ROI:

  1. Offset manual effort -> Here’s a simple ROI calculation — why pay your team to draw digital fences when they could be tackling real business challenges? Your staff’s time is worth more than pushing pixels around a map.
  2. Increase accuracy -> Nobody wins when your system shows false arrivals and departures. Clean, reliable data means you can finally trust what you’re seeing and make decisions with confidence. No more second-guessing if your drivers are really where the system says they are.
  3. Maximize your SaaS ROI -> Let’s talk about that hefty investment you made in your telematics platform. It’s a powerful tool, but remember — your system is only as powerful as your inputs. We’ll show you how to get the most from every dollar you spend.
  4. Enjoy robust coverage -> Whether you’re managing 10 sites or 10,000, our automation handles it all. And unlike manual drawing that could take weeks or months, we can set you up in no time. From mom-and-pop shops to enterprise fleets, we’ve got you covered.

FAQs

I already have a telematics solution. Are you replacing it?

Not at all. We’ve built integrations to leading telematics platforms like Geotab so that you can access our automated polygon geofences within your existing tech stack. Your team gets to continue with business as usual — but with access to the many benefits of advanced geofencing.

What if I want to continue leveraging circles for some use cases?

Not a problem. By leveraging “groups” we’re able to discern between geofences that need to be processed by our system and others that should remain circular.

What if I don’t have an address or lat/long?

No worries, Kestrel has the ability to source net new locations. Some examples include “Every Loves Travel Stop in Wyoming” and “Home Depot DCs in the Western United States.” The possibilities are endless!

Why should I invest in polygons?

Without a polygon geofencing strategy in place, you leave yourself and your company vulnerable to a gamut of problems: false arrivals, dirty backend data, and triggers/workflows that you can’t trust, just to name a few. The ROI is undoubtedly worth it.

I’m too small of a company.

That’s not the case. Kestrel offers flexible pricing plans for companies of all sizes, not to mention everyone can benefit from the capabilities of polygon geofences, big or small! Why now? There’s no better time than NOW. The longer you wait, the more time you’ll lose in forming a foundation that will become a pillar of your fleet and freight operations.

About Geotab:

For more than 20 years, Geotab has transformed how organizations move through cutting-edge vehicle tracking and data analytics. This global tech leader helps Fortune 500 companies and governments manage their fleets smarter and safer across 160 countries.

The impact speaks for itself: Geotab processes 75 billion data points daily across 4 million subscriptions. Through the open platform and Marketplace, customers tap into hundreds of third-party solutions to boost productivity and reach sustainability goals.

Behind every data point stands a dedicated team of scientists and AI experts, turning raw information into powerful insights. These innovations shape both today’s fleet management and tomorrow’s transportation breakthroughs.

Learn more at www.geotab.com, or connect with Geotab on X and LinkedIn.

What’s Next?

We’re excited about what we’re building at Kestrel. Our team comes to work each day ready to push boundaries and create new possibilities with our products and Geotab integrations. We know how valuable geofencing data is to your operations, and we’re fully dedicated to helping you get the most out of it.

As always, if you see ways we could make things even better, we’re all ears.

Final Words: Make Your Fleet Smarter with One-Click Geofencing

Getting started is as simple as connecting your Geotab account — no technical lift.. Once connected, you’ll have powerful, automated geofencing right in your familiar Geotab dashboard. No more wrestling with complex APIs or file formats.

We built this integration because we believe every fleet should have access to advanced geofencing, regardless of which platform they use. By bringing these capabilities directly into Geotab, we're making it easier for companies like yours to generate detailed reports, track deliveries, and make better decisions. We're proud to be part of your fleet management toolkit and excited to see how you'll use these tools to transform your operations.

Get Started

Getting started is a breeze. Reach out to geotab_geofencing@kestrelinsights.com directly or schedule a demo with us at www.kestrelinsights.com. You can also connect with us on LinkedIn.