The question is often asked, what is the difference between IVMS and GPS?
The short and simple answer is this: an IVMS system is also a GPS system, but not all GPS systems are IVMS systems. IVMS is GPS plus: it consists of a GPS system with the following major add-on functionality:
- it can relay data back-to-base via a SIM card
- it has the option to switch over to Iridium (or similar) satellite communication in the event that mobile phone coverage drops out
- it integrates with the vehicle’s systems, including but not limited to seat belts, 4×4 mode, RPM detection and the handbrake system
- it has the ability to enable driver identification through swipe cards
- it has the ability of a duress button
- it can detect harsh driving (braking, acceleration and cornering) and relay this information back-to-base
- it can warn a driver of an impeding violation notification
- it can enable different forms of geofence monitoring by having in-memory maps, so a driver can be warned when they enter dangerous areas or exit an area beyond a certain limit
- it has available second-by-second movement data over an extended period of time, so as to make in-depth analysis of accidents possible.
In addition, an IVMS system relies on a significant software back-end back-at-base, to enable the following:
- immediate visibility of where all vehicles are at any time
- immediate identification of the driver
- immediate escalation in the event of a duress
- regular reporting to make management aware of violations
- medium and longer term historical data to monitor collective and individual driving styles and problems
- the ability to provide a post-event accident report should this become necessary.
Meeting all of the above IVMS requirements and backed by an extremely competent and experienced IVMS technical team, combined with national acceptance on virtually all mine sites, makes Digicore the obvious choice!
“In the civil & mining sector, efficiency and safety are our top priorities. Digicore has been a cornerstone of our operations, providing us with cutting-edge IVMS solutions. What impresses us the most is their ability to comprehend our unique challenges and design solutions that are both effective and cost-efficient. Their after-sales support is exceptional - always reachable, always proactive. It's a pleasure to partner with such a trustworthy, 100% Australian owned company.”
“We have worked with Digicore for over the last 10 years and at every stage they have come up with innovative and price effective ways in which to help our business. As we grew, our demands grew and Dan from Digicore continued to provide excellent service and the best products.”
“I want to say thank you for the phenomenal service and input Digicore has had, it has been particularly helpful in providing input to our business IVMS plans. Your team were incredibly professional and Digicore IVMS 2.0 is a very impressive solution.”
“We started with a large tracking company and got locked in before discovering their units didn't have the functions we required. We switched to Digicore and we couldn't be happier. The product is excellent, pricing is very competitive but more importantly their product knowledge and support is second to none.”