James Pearson is the Field Operations Manager at Nationwide Fleet Installations, a trusted vehicle technology installation provider headquartered in the North West and operating across the UK. With a career that began as an auto electrical engineer, James brings over 15 years of hands-on experience to the role, specialising in the installation of cameras, sensors, trackers, and IoT solutions for fleets. He helps fleet operators and vehicle technology providers ensure their technology is professionally installed to the highest standards. Having progressed in the industry through roles such as field technician, to Area Manager and Quality Assurance Manager, James is known for his leadership skills and commitment to developing talent. His colleagues often praise his ability to mentor and coach, helping team members learn and grow on the job.
What is fleet safety? Fleet safety is the practice of managing vehicles in a manner that ensures the safety of drivers, other road users, and the environment. It’s a legal and moral responsibility placed on fleet operators and professionals such as transport managers, fleet managers and business owners who manage commercial vehicles. Fleet safety involves…
One of the most sought-after solutions by fleet operators is truck camera systems. We examine why camera systems for HGV are becoming a must for fleets. Camera technology is proven to support drivers and operators in day-to-day use, with both parties taking advantage of the vast array of different features. Why Truck Cameras Are Important…
What is Telematics? Telematics or telematics systems are technology driven solutions designed to monitor and provide real-time insights into the status of vehicles and assets. They use connectivity, such as cellular networks, sensors, and GPS, to gather, transmit, receive, store and in most cases analyse the data. Today, telematics is widely used by fleet operators across multiple…
Telematics has reshaped the way we monitor and manage vehicles and assets. Combining telecommunications and informatics, it utilises GPS, onboard diagnostics (OBD), vehicle sensors, and other devices to send, receive, and store information related to vehicles and their operation. As more fleets adopt this technology, at Nationwide Fleet Installations, we often encounter customers debating whether…
Find out why MOIS and BSIS are two essential road safety systems used by HGV drivers in London.
In the third instalment of our glossary of fleet management and telematics terms, we delve into the world of ADAS and DMS technologies.
In this second instalment of our glossary of telematics terms, we explain OBS, FMS, and TACHO.
DVS and DVR are common terms in fleet management. We will show you what they mean to your business.