What is Video Telematics? A Clear Guide for Modern Fleet Operators
In this blog, we’ll break down what Video Telematics is, the purpose and uses, key benefits and how to choose the right solutions for your fleet.
Understanding Video Telematics: How your fleet can benefit
Video telematics combines vehicle tracking, driving data, and real-time video into one unified system. Traditionally, telematics meant GPS tracking, basic driver behaviour scoring, and limited event logs. But modern video telematics goes far deeper.
At its core, video telematics integrates:
- GPS data
- Live and recorded camera footage
- Event-based alerts
- G-sensor inputs
- Cloud-based analytics
Platforms like On Demand by Parksafe Group are designed to provide fleet managers with real, valuable insight and high visibility in an intuitive format.
Why Video Telematics Has Become Essential for Fleet Safety
Fleet risk is increasing, and visibility is becoming non-negotiable.
- Vehicle collisions, insurance claims, and fraudulent reporting continue to plague fleet operators.
- Driver error still accounts for the overwhelming majority of incidents (source)
- Fleet operating costs including fuel, insurance and repairs continue to weigh down on overheads.
Businesses who act to decrease incidents and costs with Video Telematics see real impacts, with 96% reporting savings (source).
How Video Telematics Works in Practice
Here’s what happens behind the scenes when video telematics is installed:
- Cameras capture footage from multiple angles (up to 12 channels can be integrated with On Demand).
- GPS and G-sensors record movement, speed, acceleration and events.
- AI or event-based triggers highlight risky behaviour or collisions.
- Footage and data sync to the cloud for instant review.
- Fleet managers receive alerts and evidence when something needs attention.
Smart systems like On Demand allow for fleet managers to prioritise the events that really matter, helping streamline workflows and maximise efficiency.
Key Benefits of Video Telematics
Video telematics transforms fleet operations by delivering:
1. Reduced Claims and Faster Evidence Retrieval
Event-based clips and footage retrieval reduce disputes and insurance processing time.
2. Proactive Driver Behaviour Management
Video context turns data into actionable insight.
3. Enhanced Compliance and Reporting
Particularly relevant to FORS, DVS, HSE expectations.
4. Better Operational Control
Location data, route history and real-time awareness reduce inefficiencies.
Video Telematics vs Dashcams
In a fleet context, the use of standard dash cameras can be restrictive. Whilst they can provide good evidence, this needs manual retrieval and offers little real information.
On the other hand, deploying full Video Telematics provides more valuable data and insight, which is available remotely and instantly.
For fleets looking for a hybrid solution, Parksafe Group’s 4G Connected Dashcam balances the convenience of a dash cam setup whilst still offering full telematics integration with our On Demand system.
This is a simple and convenient solution for fleets who aren’t seeking to have full vehicle coverage.
Who Benefits from Video Telematics?
Video telematics delivers value across industries:
- Logistics & courier fleets
- Construction & plant operations
- Local authorities & public sector fleets
- Service fleets & trades
- HGV and LCV operations
The aims of deploying Video Telematics can vary across industry, but with On Demand users are able to build a physical setup tailored to their needs, meaning the most appropriate system is always implimented.
Parksafe Group are commited to working in partnership with your company to design a fully tailored On Demand setup.
How On Demand is Elevating Video Telematics
On Demand takes these principles further by integrating:
- Event-based data
- Multi-camera systems
- AI detection
- Predictive maintenance
- Health checks
- Real-time video retrieval
- Comprehensive timelines
- Live Access
- Remote Wake-Up and Immobilisation
With an easy interface and comprehensive event flagging and filtering, On demand simplifies the complex, helping you get the best out of your fleet.
Getting Started with Video Telematics
Most fleets begin with:
- Identifying key risks
- Installing essential cameras
- Setting up alerts and reporting
- Reviewing the first week of incident data
The best systems are tailored to each fleet and vehicle’s needs. Choosing to integrate the right technology can make all the difference.
If your fleet is prone to driver issues, installing internal and driver monitoring cameras can target this issue. Full G-sensor data is vital for fleet with extensive speeding or traffic violations. Other fleets may want simple coverage for insurance disputes.
Luckily, Parksafe Group is on hand with a tailored, partnership-based approach. We will support your fleet to get the best out of On Demand, and provide technical support around the clock.
Ready to Explore Video Telematics?
If you want a system that combines real-time footage, data-driven insight and simple fleet management, On Demand is designed for you.
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