Trucking Tech Today: Fleet management, yard security, and AI operations updates from Merchants Fleet, Birdseye, Motive
Key takeaways
- FleetShare now includes keyless vehicle access and geofencing.
- Birdseye launches an AI-powered yard gate system to reduce theft, speed processing, and enhance operational security.
- Motive expands its footprint with a new Austin office.
Merchants Fleet expands FleetShare with keyless access, geofencing, and real-time telematics for commercial fleets
Merchants Fleet recently introduced new enhancements and expanded capabilities to its FleetShare platform, enabling companies to maximize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve fleet utilization through automated reporting, telematics integrations, and real-time data insights. FleetShare now includes keyless vehicle access, end-of-use NPS surveys, and geofencing to streamline operations and provide managers with greater control and visibility.
“What sets FleetShare apart is the combination of convenience for drivers and control for fleet managers,” Whitney Reynolds, director of FleetShare at Merchants Fleet, said. “Fleet managers can gain a huge competitive edge through real-time visibility into usage, utilization, and performance, enabling smarter decisions and more efficient operations.”
The platform offers 24/7/365 vehicle access, flexible pooling across multiple locations, and comprehensive management tools, including driver assignments, utilization tracking, and maintenance oversight. FleetShare integrates with Merchants’ fleet services and tools such as Outlook and Gmail to streamline workflows and support agile, data-driven fleet operations. Learn more…
Birdseye launches iGMS to enhance yard gate security and efficiency for commercial fleets
Birdseye Security Solutions recently launched its Intelligent Gate Management System (iGMS), a fully automated, AI-powered platform for the transportation and logistics industry. The company, which provides AI-driven remote facility supervision, designed iGMS to improve security, compliance, and efficiency at high-risk yard gates while integrating human oversight with AI automation.
“Our journey began with simple remote monitoring—watching cameras, recording trailer numbers, seal numbers, and license plates,” Mike Grabovica, CEO of Birdseye Security Solutions, said. “Today, iGMS represents the next evolution: a platform that brings together the best of automation and human oversight. That’s why our customers trust us and why we’re pleased to continue serving the transportation and logistics industry after so many years.”
Key features of iGMS include ID-Verifi identity validation, comprehensive data capture, 99.99% accurate verification, AI-human oversight, deep system integration, scalability, and up to 75% faster gate processing. C.R. England uses iGMS to reduce delays and unauthorized access, demonstrating the platform’s ability to replace traditional guard services while improving operational flow. Learn more…
Motive opens Austin office to support fleets with AI-powered operations and driver management
Motive recently opened a new office in Austin, Texas, to serve as a hub for its growing sales team and support customers across the U.S. and globally. The company, which provides an integrated operations platform, plans to hire more than 200 full-time employees in Austin over the next two years, expanding its workforce in R&D, sales operations, and recruiting.
“Motive’s mission is to empower the people who run physical operations with tools to make their work safer, more productive, and more profitable,” Shoaib Makani, CEO and co-founder of Motive, said. “Building our next hub in Austin puts us closer to our customers and the industries driving growth across Texas.”
The new office strengthens Motive’s ability to attract top talent and support industries, including transportation, logistics, construction, and energy. Located at 924 E. 7th Street, the 11,000-sq.-ft. hybrid workspace features collaborative amenities and serves as the company’s 11th global office. Learn more…