Minorplanet’s new Phone Dialler gives fleet managers greater control over in-vehicle mobile phone use

Fleet managers can now take more control over drivers’ mobile phone usage, thanks to the newly developed Phone Dialler add-on to Minorplanet Systems’ VMIgreenlight™ tracking and vehicle management solutions.

Configurable pre-programmed numbers can be set centrally via the VMIgreenlight™ software for incoming and outgoing calls enabling fleet managers to gain control over communications costs by limiting the phone numbers that can be called from the vehicle.

In addition, Phone Dialler helps managers meet their Duty of Care responsibilities as Phone Dialler is hands free, enabling safe phone communication whilst on the move.

Said Christian Payne, Minorplanet’s Head of Marketing: “The new Phone Dialler uses the VMIgreenlight™ communications hub to deliver seamless voice communication to and from the vehicle. It’s a powerful addition to the Minorplanet peripheral range of products based around our well established vehicle tracking and fleet management systems.

“By using the same SIM as the communications hub, line rental is kept to a minimum. In addition, billing is simplified by using preset numbers for outgoing calls and an ‘allowed’ list for incoming numbers.”

Key benefits of the Minorplanet Phone Dialler are:

• One SIM for all telemetry data and voice calls, so reducing operating costs and removing the need for a mobile phone;
• Configurable pre-programmed numbers can be set to limit both incoming and outgoing calls;
• Outgoing call duration time can be preset;
• Improved service to customers and coordination with real-time communication
• Improved working environment and security for drivers.
• Comprehensive dialler reports to help analyse the cost of voice communications

The Minorplanet Phone Dialler comprises a simple to use keypad, with large illuminated buttons, and in-vehicle loudspeaker and microphone for hands free operation. It is ideally suited for haulage fleets and large commercial transport concerns where there is significant potential for the driver to be distracted by a mobile phone.

Phone Dialler press release