Field Service IT News For VARs — January 21, 2015

By Cheryl Knight, contributing writer

News includes how made-for-mobile apps can serve a company better than those made for the old corporate server infrastructure; the viability and safety of autonomous vehicle technology; and how GPS trackers might provide a solution for overcrowded prisons.

The Benefits Of Made-For-Mobile Apps

The article titled “Are Made For Mobile Apps Really Different?” published on Cloud Tweaks discusses the differences between made-for-mobile apps and apps designed for use within the corporate servers used by companies in the past. It also points out apps can be the right choice for your clients, regardless of the size of their company.

How Safe Are Self-Driving Trucks?

A Fleet Owner article details the viability of driverless technology in the trucking industry. The article considers who is liable if such a vehicle is involved in an accident — and, according to nonprofit research group Rand Corporation, reports autonomous vehicle technology would actually reduce such accidents over the long term.

GPS: A Solution For Prison Overcrowding?

In light of current concerns about a growing prison population and the overcrowding of U.S. prisons, a possible solution is the use of GPS tracking devices to help ease such overcrowding. A Guampdn article talks about this idea in more detail.

Debunking Common Fears About GPS Trackers

With GPS tracking technology becoming a part of our everyday lives, business owners have shown some fear at adopting the technology. An Insurancenewsnet.com article sheds light on U.S. fleet tracking advice to businesses, debunking three common fears that they have.

Field Service IT Talking Points

A Fleet Owner article by John Sloan, vice chairman of Allegiance Capital, reveals how to sell a fleet without all of the stress.

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