Research says more than 50% of owner-operators haven’t yet bought a truck driver log app or ELD system for their trucks. It’s less about the technology and more about the hours of service restrictions.
There’s a good technology for truckers to use. Apps like WAZE and Weigh My Truck help truckers save time and money. Using trucking management software (like TruckingOffice TMS to run an owner-operator trucking business is only good sense.
There are many log apps and software solutions out there. While each choice may ensure compliance, that doesn’t mean they’re all created equal. The best truck driver log app is one that’s not just compliant but offers the least interruption to your business-as-usual.
Sample Logging App for Drivers.
Look for these important considerations
1. Input from real truckers and trucking professionals.
If you want a truck driver log app that’s convenient and easy to use for truck drivers, pick one that’s created by real-life truckers and trucking professionals.
2. Integration with your other tools.
You don’t want to end up with tons of overlap or tedious dual data entry that wastes time and resources. Make sure your log app integrates seamlessly with your other tools: your dispatch software, invoicing platform, maintenance tracker, and more.
3. Bring Your Own Device capability.
No one wants to be on the hook for thousands and thousands of dollars of screens, buttons, or other equipment. To keep costs low and installation/training requirements minimal, a BYOD (Bring Your Own Device) solution is best.
4. Security.
Your log app should record only the data absolutely necessary for DOT compliance — nothing more, nothing less. It should also keep that data completely secure and safe from harm or misuse. Being compliant shouldn’t mean sacrificing privacy.
Here are three of the top rated apps in the Apple and Google Play Stores that can be downloaded for use on your phone.
BigRoad Truck Driver: 215 reviews, 4 star rating (IOS and Android)
The #1 Electronic Logging Device and electronic Logbook for owner operators, drivers and fleets.
Developed by: BigRoad Inc. ( https://www.bigroad.com )
Hawk Eye Truck GPS: 215 reviews, 4 star rating (IOS and Android)
Keeps you compliant for ELD for less. The most flexible App.
Developed by: Hawk Eye Log Global Technology Inc. ( https://www.hawkeyelogs.com )
Keep Trucking Electronic Logbook: 20,822 reviews, 4.7 star rating (IOS and Android)
KeepTruckin is the highest rated Electronic Logbook App and ELD system, used by over 500,000 drivers and 40,000 companies! The KeepTruckin Electronic Logbook App lets your record your Hours of Service on your smartphone or tablet — a FREE electronic log. KeepTruckin is fully compliant with FMCSA and DOT regulations..
Developed by: Keeptruckin Inc. ( https://keeptruckin.com )
Written by Tim Mischuk on behalf of Transcourt, June 2019
Source: Trucking Offices
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