Telematics Snapshot – Telematics Connection Data Page And Analytics Summary
Route4Me’s Telematics Snapshot is an intuitive analytics tool that provides an overview of any Telematics Vendor Integration on your account. It brings vehicle data, route information, and key metrics from your Telematics Connection into one place, giving you visibility into fleet activity and performance. With a Telematics Snapshot, you can track synchronized vehicles, monitor last sync timestamps, and review detailed insights into vehicles, locations, routes, and individual trips to improve fleet efficiency.
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Open Telematics Snapshot – Telematics Data And Analytics Overview
To open the Telematics Snapshot for any Telematics Connection, go to “Settings” > “Organization Settings” from the Navigation Menu. Then, click “Connections” > “Open” next to the desired connection.
Open Your Telematics Connections
One the Snapshot is opened, you’ll see a detailed interface designed to help you review and manage all telematics data:
- Connection Summary: An overview of essential information related to the telematics connection.
- Connection Tabs: Switch between multiple tabs to explore telematics connection data which you can filter and customize as needed.
- Edit Controls: Click the “Edit Connection” button to modify connection details.
Telematics Information Panel – Integration, Sync Status, Data Overview
The Telematics Summary panel on the left provides an overview of the selected connection.
It shows the integration vendor, data sync interval, the number and percentage of synced vehicles and customer locations, and the date and time of the last vehicle and customer data updates.
Telematics Snapshot Categories – Analytics Overview Data Tabs
The Telematics Snapshot is organized into multiple tabs, each corresponding to a specific category of connected data.
The tabs include Vehicles, Locations, Routes, Trips, HoS, and Users. NOTE: The Locations tab is available only for accounts using a Geotab or Samsara integration. Each tab is described in detail below.
Vehicles Tab – Telematics Vehicle Data Overview
The Vehicles tab provides an overview of all vehicles synced with the selected Telematics Connection, displayed in a customizable data table. From this tab, you can manage and organize the vehicle data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific vehicles quickly by entering keywords or vehicle identifiers.
- Filters: Narrow down the data by options such as default user, model year, model, and many other criteria detailed in the table below.
- Group By: Organize the table by attributes like status, make, model, facility, and additional categories detailed in the table below.
- “Open” Button: Click “Open” next to any vehicle to open its Vehicle Snapshot.
| Item | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| Filters | ||
| Default User | User who is associated with a vehicle by default. | |
| Model Year | Year the vehicle’s design or version was manufactured. | |
| Model | Specific model of the vehicle. | |
| Country | Nation where the vehicle is registered. | |
| Make | Brand or manufacturer of the vehicle. | |
| State | State where the vehicle is registered. | |
| Status | Indicates if the vehicle is “Active”, able to be managed and assigned; “Pending”, imported and requiring activation; or “Archived”, deactivated but able to be restored. | |
| Operational | Indicate if the vehicle is currently operational and available for use. | |
| Attributes | Features of the vehicle used for Driver Skills and Vehicle Attributes route planning. This ensures field employees and vehicles with specific capabilities are assigned to destinations with the corresponding requirements. | |
| Profile | Vehicle’s dimensions and usage settings, as well as any specialized regulations or restrictions associated with the vehicle. | |
| Capacity Profile | Vehicle’s maximum load capacity profile in weight, volume, number of pieces, etc. | |
| Group By | ||
| Status | Indicates if the vehicle is “Active”, able to be managed and assigned; “Pending”, imported and requiring activation; or “Archived”, deactivated but able to be restored. | |
| Default User | User who is associated with a vehicle by default. | |
| Make | Brand or manufacturer of the vehicle. | |
| Model | Specific model of the vehicle. | |
| Model Year | Year the vehicle’s design or version was manufactured. | |
| State | State where the vehicle is registered. | |
| Country | Nation where the vehicle is registered. | |
| Facility | Facilities associated with specific vehicles, ensuring that all routes are optimized for proximity to key locations such as warehouses, distribution centers, services hubs, and more. | |
| Attributes | Features of the vehicle used for Driver Skills and Vehicle Attributes route planning. This ensures field employees and vehicles with specific capabilities are assigned to destinations with the corresponding requirements. | |
| Profile | Vehicle’s dimensions and usage settings, as well as any specialized regulations or restrictions associated with the vehicle. | |
| Capacity Profile | Vehicle’s maximum load capacity profile in weight, volume, number of pieces, etc. | |
You can also customize the data displayed in the table. Click the Column Icon in the upper right corner to select which route data fields appear and adjust their order to suit your operational needs.
The table below provides an overview of all available data columns, which you can reorder by dragging them into place.
| Columns | Description | |
|---|---|---|
| General | ||
| Alias | Unique vehicle name used to easily identify and assign the vehicle to routes. | |
| Make | Vehicle manufacturer or brand. | |
| Model | Specific vehicle model name or designation. | |
| Model Year | Year the vehicle model version was manufactured. | |
| Tag | Vehicle license plate number used for identification. | |
| Country | Country where the vehicle is registered. | |
| State | State where the vehicle is registered. | |
| Year Purchased | Year the vehicle was purchased. | |
| VIN | Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), a unique identifier assigned to the vehicle. | |
| Height | Maximum vehicle height. | |
| Width | Maximum vehicle width. | |
| Trailer/Straight Length | Total vehicle or trailer length. | |
| Total Weight | Vehicle’s total weight. | |
| Max Weight per Axle Group | Maximum allowable weight per axle group. | |
| Vehicle Profile | Configured vehicle dimensions, usage settings, and applicable restrictions. | |
| Capacity Profile | Maximum load capacity by weight, volume, quantity, or other limits. | |
| Is Operational | Indicates whether the vehicle is currently available for routing. | |
| Commercial Vehicle | Indicates whether the vehicle is designated for commercial use. | |
| Facilities | Associated facilities used to optimize routes based on proximity to operational locations. | |
| Attributes | Vehicle capabilities used for Driver Skills and Vehicle Attributes–based route planning. | |
| Default User | User automatically associated with the vehicle. | |
| Source Telematics Vehicle ID | Unique vehicle identifier assigned by the telematics provider. | |
| Source Telematics Connection | Name of the telematics connection syncing this vehicle’s data. | |
| Telematics Vendor Name | Name of the telematics provider supplying vehicle data. | |
| Fuel | ||
| Fuel Type | Vehicle fuel type (e.g., gasoline, diesel, electric, hybrid). | |
| Fuel Consumption City | Fuel efficiency for city driving conditions. | |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | Fuel efficiency for highway driving conditions. | |
| Registration Information | ||
| Status | Vehicle status: Active, Pending, or Archived. | |
| Telemetry | ||
| Odometer (mi) | Total distance traveled at the time of the last tracking update. | |
| Speed (mph) | Current or last recorded vehicle speed. | |
| Engine RPM | Engine revolutions per minute. | |
| Engine Coolant Temperature | Engine coolant temperature used to monitor operating conditions. | |
| Battery Health | Overall assessment of battery condition. | |
| Battery Health (%) | Remaining battery health expressed as a percentage. | |
| Battery Temperature (°F) | Current battery temperature. | |
| Battery Level | Remaining battery charge percentage. | |
| Charge Status | Indicates whether the battery is charging, discharging, or fully charged. | |
| Engine Status | Indicates whether the engine is running or off. | |
| Driver Seatbelt Status | Indicates whether the driver’s seatbelt is fastened. | |
| Last Update Received At | Date and time of the most recent telematics data transmission. | |
| Last Update Address | Physical address of the vehicle’s last recorded location. | |
Locations Tab – Telematics Customer Location Data Overview
The Locations tab provides an overview of all customer locations synced with the selected Telematics Connection. NOTE: This tab is available only for accounts with a Geotab or Samsara Integration, which automatically synchronize customer location data.
From this tab, you can manage and organize location data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific locations by entering keywords or identifiers.
- Filters: Narrow data by keyword, routing status, and many other criteria, detailed in the table below.
- Group By: Organize the table by customer name.
- “Open” Button: Click “Open” next to any location to open its Location Snapshot.
| Filter | Description |
|---|---|
| Keywords | Enter a keyword to search for specific customer locations. |
| Location Type | Select location types added to your Route4Me account, such as customers, warehouses, or depots. |
| Routing Status | Filter customer locations by routed or unrouted status. |
| Assigned To | Search by user name or email to view assigned locations. |
| No. of Routes | Filter by the minimum or maximum number of assigned routes. |
| No. of Visits | Filter by the minimum or maximum number of visits. |
| Territories | Search by configured territory names in your account. |
| Last Visited | Filter by a specific date or date range of the last visit. |
| Customer | Search by customer name in your account. |
You can also customize the data displayed in the table. Click the Column Icon in the upper right corner to choose which location data fields appear and adjust their order to match your operational needs.
The table below provides an overview of all available data columns, which you can reorder by dragging them into place.
| Columns | Description |
|---|---|
| Address | Full street address of the customer location used for routing and navigation. |
| Location Alias | Custom name assigned to the location for easier identification. |
| Location Type | Designated category of the location, such as customer, warehouse, or depot. |
| Customer Name | Name of the customer associated with the location. |
| Parent Location | Primary location linked to this address within a location hierarchy. |
| First Name | First name of the contact associated with the location. |
| Last Name | Last name of the contact associated with the location. |
| Email address of the contact for the location. | |
| Phone | Phone number of the contact for the location. |
| Assigned To | User currently assigned to manage or service the location. |
| Last Visited | Most recent date the location was visited on a completed route. |
| Last Routed | Most recent date the location was included in a planned route. |
| Group | Location group used to organize and filter related customer locations. |
| Number of Routes | Total number of routes the location has been included in. |
| Number of Visits | Total number of completed visits to the location. |
| Facilities | Associated facilities used to optimize routing based on operational proximity. |
| External System Record ID | Unique identifier assigned to the location by the connected telematics or external system. |
Routes Tab – Telematics Route Data Overview
The Routes tab provides an overview of all routes associated with the selected Telematics Connection. The table below provides a detailed overview of all available route data columns.
From this tab, you can review and organize route data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific routes by entering keywords or route identifiers.
- Date & Time Filters: View routes for a specific date or date range based on scheduled start or end times, or actual start or end times.
- “Open” Button: Click “Open” next to any route to open its Telematics Route Snapshot.
| Data | Description |
|---|---|
| Name | The name or alias assigned to the route, used to identify it within your Route4Me account. |
| Notes | Any notes added to the route, including operational details or special instructions. |
| Scheduled Start Time | The planned date and time when the route is scheduled to begin. |
| Scheduled End Time | The planned date and time when the route is expected to be completed. |
| Actual Start Time | The actual date and time the route was started, based on recorded activity. |
| Actual End Time | The actual date and time the route was completed. |
| Time Zone | The time zone applied to the route schedule and time-based data. |
| Connection | The telematics connection associated with the route. |
| Vendor | The telematics provider supplying tracking data for the associated connection. |
Trips Tab – Telematics Trips Data Overview
The Trips tab provides an overview of all trips imported from the selected Telematics Connection. The table below provides an overview of the available trip data columns.
From this tab, you can review and organize trip data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific tripss by entering keywords or route identifiers.
- Date & Time Filters: View routes for a specific date or date range based on scheduled start or end times, or actual start or end times.
- Filters: Narrow the data by distance, start odometer, or end odometer.
- “Open” Button: Click “Open” next to any route to open its Telematics Trip Snapshot.
- Down Arrow Button: Click the button to import the trip as a Master Route or as a Dynamic Route.
| Data | Description |
|---|---|
| Distance | The total distance traveled during the trip, typically measured in miles. |
| Start Coordinates | The latitude and longitude of the trip’s starting location. |
| End Coordinates | The latitude and longitude of the trip’s ending location. |
| Start Timestamp | The date and time when the trip began. |
| End Timestamp | The date and time when the trip ended. |
| Start Odometer | The odometer reading at the beginning of the trip. |
| End Odometer | The odometer reading at the end of the trip. |
| Connection | The telematics connection associated with the trip. |
| Vendor | The telematics provider supplying tracking data for the associated connection. |
Hours Of Service Tab – Telematics HoS Data Overview
The Hours Of Service tab shows driver activity records imported from the selected Telematics Connection. From this tab, you can review and organize HoS data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific data by entering keywords or route identifiers.
- Date Filters: View routes by start or end date. Select from preset date ranges or specify a custom date range.
- Additional Filters: Narrow the data by External vehicle ID, External Driver ID, or Activity Type. The table below details each filter.
| Filter | Description |
|---|---|
| External Vehicle ID | Filters activities by the unique vehicle identifier from the connected telematics system. |
| External Driver ID | Filters activities by the unique driver identifier from the connected telematics system. |
| Activity Type: Driving | Shows only activities where the driver is actively driving. |
| Activity Type: On Duty | Shows activities where the driver is on duty but not driving. |
| Activity Type: Off Duty | Shows activities where the driver is off duty. |
| Activity Type: Sleeping Berth | Shows activities where the driver is in a sleeping berth status. |
| Activity Type: Idle | Shows activities where the vehicle is idle. |
| Activity Type: Stopped | Shows activities where the vehicle is stopped. |
| Activity Type: Personal Conveyance | Shows activities marked as personal conveyance use. |
| Activity Type: Unknown | Shows activities with an unspecified or unknown status. |
You can also customize the data displayed in the table. Click the Column Icon in the upper right corner to select which route data fields appear and adjust their order to suit your operational needs.
The table below provides an overview of all available data columns, which you can reorder by dragging them into place.
| Data | Description |
|---|---|
| External Vehicle ID | Unique identifier assigned to the vehicle in the connected telematics system. |
| External Driver ID | Unique identifier assigned to the driver in the connected telematics system. |
| Activity Type | Type of driver activity recorded, such as Driving, On Duty, or Off Duty. |
| Start Time | Date and time when the activity began. |
| End Time | Date and time when the activity ended. |
| Duration | Total length of the activity based on start and end times. |
| Notes | Additional details or remarks associated with the activity, if provided. |
Users Tab – Telematics Driver And User Data Overview
The Users tab provides an overview of all users and drivers synced from the selected Telematics Connection, rather than created in Route4Me. From this tab, you can review and organize user data using the following features:
- Search: Locate specific trips by entering keywords or route identifiers.
- “Updated” Filter: Filter routes by their updated date using preset ranges (e.g., today, last 30 days) or a custom date range.
- Additional Filters: Narrow the data by Status (“Active” or “Deactivated“) or by User role (“Is Driver“).
You can also customize the data displayed in the table. Click the Column Icon in the upper right corner to select which route data fields appear and adjust their order to suit your operational needs.
The table below provides an overview of all available data columns, which you can reorder by dragging them into place.
| Data | Description |
|---|---|
| First Name | First name of the user or driver associated with the account. |
| Last Name | Last name of the user or driver associated with the account. |
| Email address linked to the user or driver profile. | |
| User Name | Unique username used to identify the user in the system. |
| Phone | Phone number associated with the user or driver. |
| Status | Current status of the user, such as active or inactive. |
| Role | Assigned role that defines the user’s permissions and access level. |
| Is Driver | Indicates whether the user is designated as a driver. |
| Company | Company or organization the user belongs to. |
| Metric Units | Preferred measurement system for the user, such as miles or kilometers. |
| Created At | Date and time when the user profile was created. |
| Updated At | Date and time when the user profile was last updated. |
| Connection | Associated Telematics Connection linked to the user. |
| Vendor | Telematics provider or vendor linked to the connection. |
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