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RoadSafe Traffic Systems Protects Life on the Road with Fleet Management Solutions, Inc. (FMS)

Posted on: Tuesday, 2 June 2009, 07:45 CDT

The latest GPS Fleet Tracking technologies make the roadway safer for construction workers and the public

SAN LUIS OBISPO, Calif., June 2 /PRNewswire/ -- When RoadSafe Traffic Systems talks about Life on the Road, it's more than just a slogan. It's a way of doing business. Every RoadSafe Traffic employee is completely dedicated to providing the safest possible work zones, which includes safeguarding the motoring public, pedestrians, work crews and property.

As the second largest supplier of roadway construction traffic control and protection services, RoadSafe Traffic decided to enhance their commitment to safety by implementing mobile resource management technologies from Fleet Management Solutions, Inc. (FMS) across their fleet of 700 vehicles.

More than 500 vehicles have been equipped so far and the value is already evident with complete return on investment expected in less than one year.

Key objectives for the project are fuel conservation and labor management. "One of the biggest contributors to fuel savings is reduced vehicle idle time which is down about 50%," stated RoadSafe Traffic COO Kathleen Holst. "FMS enabled us to enforce our speeding policy and with detection of unauthorized use we are improving productivity and reducing vehicle miles traveled."

Misappropriated overtime has also been eliminated by use of FMS Fleet Central and the Message Display Terminal located in vehicles. Drivers enter their activity codes producing an electronic time card. "The drivers are very comfortable with this approach; it is easy to use and saves time collecting data," said Holst. "There is much less chance of human error and it saves paper; we want to be as green as possible!"

RoadSafe Traffic operations employees are thoroughly trained and certified by the American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA), bringing the highest level of expertise to the work zone. Combining this training with the latest technologies puts RoadSafe Traffic in a great position to win new bids and efficiently carry out contracts.

"Fleet Management Solutions is very pleased that RoadSafe Traffic has chosen to partner with FMS," said Cliff Henley, FMS CEO. "With the increasing Federal investment in America's infrastructure, we both anticipate this to be a long and fruitful relationship."

About RoadSafe Traffic Systems

RoadSafe Traffic Systems is dedicated to providing the roadway construction industry with the latest technologies in efficient traffic control and protection services for temporary and permanent applications. RoadSafe Traffic is the second largest provider of traffic safety services in the USA with over 25 branches that operate in 28 states. Roadway construction companies rely on RoadSafe Traffic for the best services, products and equipment, including daily rental of barricades, pavement marking, maintenance of traffic services, sign installation and much more.

Visit http://www.roadsafetraffic.com.

About Fleet Management Solutions

Fleet Management Solutions, Inc. (FMS) combines GPS technology with two-way satellite communications, intelligent modems and its web-hosted application Fleet Central, to deliver all-satellite, mobile fleet management and GPS tracking systems. FMS solutions deliver measurable improvements in asset utilization, safety and security, and labor productivity with rapid ROI. FMS is noted for its global success operating in rugged and remote environments.

FMS is located in more than 75 countries. Visit http://www.fmsgps.com.

About ATSSA

The American Traffic Safety Services Association (ATSSA), an international trade association, is located in Fredericksburg, Virginia. With more than 1,600 members, ATSSA has represented companies and individuals in the traffic control and roadway safety industry since 1969.

Visit http://www.atssa.com.

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SOURCE Fleet Management Solutions, Inc.

Source: PR Newswire

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