Here are 10 benefits to E-logs:
1. The transition should be relatively smooth, especially if a company started early.
2. E-logs are extremely easy to use. There’s no paperwork to keep up with. The apps that connect to your phone reduce the likelihood of losing any logs. At AMX, when
a driver begins a trip, he simply presses a button to begin the logging process. If he forgets, an automatic backup is in place and detects when a truck is going over 10 mph.
3. These apps have the ability to alert a driver when he/she is close to going over hours, resulting in fewer HOS violations. And, say goodbye to form & manner violations! Logs will always be up to date and accurate, as opposed to handwritten logs that are prone to errors.
4. Speaking of accuracy, the logs can’t be manipulated by drivers or
dispatchers trying to make more money. This also deters dispatchers from trying to force a driver into driving longer than legally allowed.
5. Drivers don’t have to worry about constantly getting calls from dispatchers trying to pinpoint their location.
6. The main expected benefit is to increase the safety of all drivers by reducing drowsy driving by forcing drivers to stop when they reach their hourly limit. The reduction in drowsy driving will reduce accident and liability claims from a lack of alertness.
7. No more time wasted on recording hours. E-logs also save time at inspections.
8. Electronic data collection will
reduce paperwork, one less thing drivers have to worry about. The raw data made available by mass standardization will give companies the ability to improve efficiency and eliminate waste.
9. E-logs can link with Transportation Management Systems (TMS) allowing for up-to-the-minute tracking. This location transparency is a major attraction to potential customers.
10. Implementation of electronic logs will reduce costs in the following ways:
– Fewer Hour of Service violations
– Fewer liability claims
– Increased safety reduces accidents
– Fewer form & manner violations
– Reduced idle time manually recording logs
For a complete list of the e-log mandate requirements, visit the website of the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration.
Even though most in the trucking industry isn’t excited about electronic logs, there are some definite benefits to having them.
Might as well look on the bright side! We still have puppies!!
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AMX, Alabama Motor Express is a professional trucking logistics company that focuses on quality and on-time service. They have over 200 tractors and 600 trailers that ship goods all across the nation with satellite communication equipment to provide quick and constant access to their units on the road.
Today’s article was written by Jordan Wilson, the Marketing Administrator at AMX Logistics. She uses her trucking knowledge to cover all aspects of the trucking and logistics industries to provide honk-worthy articles.
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