Pocket Box Fleet aims to simplify driver and vehicle management

Newry-based Pocket Box launched the web and app management tool to streamline fleet-related tasks and processes to ensure vehicles are kept road legal and safe, while staff are fit and eligible to drive.

Jim Finnegan, founder and CEO of Pocket Box Ltd, explained: “Our aim is to deliver a dynamic, powerful and easy-to-use software solution that takes the hassle out of running a fleet of vehicles. Many SME fleets still rely on spreadsheet-and paper-based processes, which is causing an unnecessary headache to fleet managers, admin staff and drivers.

"Pocket Box Fleet takes away this operational pain, ultimately helping businesses to improve efficiency, productivity, compliance and safety.”

Pocket Box Fleet’s dashboard and notification system combines simple navigation and seamless task management. By bringing together all essential vehicle and driver records – plus supporting documentation – it is possible to keep on top on key renewal dates, quickly access electronic audit trails and ensure a fleet is operating legally.

Reminders and alerts use traffic light colour-coding to prioritise the most important tasks and draw attention to potential vehicle or driver issues. This means a fleet manager or administrator can be kept aware of all vehicle servicing or maintenance requirements, as well as any imminent MOT, tax and insurance expiration dates. Licence details can also be monitored alongside a wide range of driver data.

Meanwhile, the Pocket Box app enables drivers to electronically complete daily walkaround checks, report vehicle related issues, take photographs of damages and defects and capture mileage data. It also includes a declaration form, so employees can confirm they are fit to drive. All information is uploaded to the web-based software to support highly effective vehicle, driver and fuel management.

Jim added: “We have created a flexible system that is highly customisable, scalable and affordable to meet the precise needs of SME fleets. By automating processes and storing critical data electronically, Pocket Box Fleet dramatically reduces workload, cuts costs and eliminates human error, while keeping drivers safe, a business compliant and vehicles on the road. Our development roadmap will result in additional functionality over the coming months, as well as integration with complementary fleet technologies and applications.”