April 11, 2007
TELUS launches new Fleet Tracking
bundle, a one-stop GPS system and installation package for small business
GPS lets companies track their mobile assets in real-time,
improves operations, productivity and service levels
Toronto, ON - TELUS today announces the launch of its GPS Fleet Tracking,
an all-inclusive GPS system and installation package for business.
In partnership with Complete Innovations, TELUS is teaming up to provide
business with the industry’s easiest and most efficient way of adopting
fleet tracking to benefit companies of any size.
“For the first time, two best-of-breed national companies are coming
together to make it easy and affordable for even small and medium-sized
companies to adopt the latest in GPS technology to benefit their business.
Whether it’s short or long haul trucking, service/delivery vehicles,
couriers, or taxicabs, GPS optimizes route scheduling, reduces fuel consumption
and enhances customer service – all benefits once cost prohibitive
for all but the largest enterprises. TELUS’ Fleet Tracking Bundle
makes it accessible and cost effective for business regardless of size,
maximizing technology for business,” said Jim Senko, Vice President,
TELUS Business Solutions.
TELUS’ Fleet Tracking Bundle components include:
- TELUS Wireless Data Plan
- Fleet Complete GPS software
- GPS Modem, professionally installed by Best Buy Canada or select TELUS
wireless Dealers
TELUS’ Fleet Tracking Bundle is a real-time tracking solution using
GPS modems installed in vehicles, providing companies with the ability to
track their mobile assets in real-time, improve operations, productivity,
service levels and safety using the industry-leading TELUS 1X wireless data
network across North America.
TELUS GPS solutions are currently available in four ‘graduated tiers’
from handset based navigation (currently available in AB, BC and Southern
ON), handset tracking, handset tracking with dispatch capabilities and fleet
tracking. For more information about TELUS GPS solutions, please visit telus.com/gps.
Complete Innovations:
Complete Innovations Inc., a Microsoft Gold Partner based in Richmond Hill,
Ontario, is a leading global provider of mission critical operational solutions
for mobile workforce and transportation-related companies. Complete Innovations
Inc. is the provider of Fleet Complete, a leading GPS tracking application
used by businesses that require fleet tracking capabilities using a TELUS
certified vehicle installed GPS modem. Fleet Complete includes a simple
and user friendly interface with loads of useful functionality and rich
mapping with Microsoft Virtual Earth. Complete Innovations Inc. has over
500 customers throughout North America. For more information, please visit
www.completeinnovations.com.
About TELUS
TELUS (TSX: T, T.A; NYSE: TU) is a leading national telecommunications company
in Canada, with $8.7 billion of annual revenue and 10.7 million customer
connections including 5.1 million wireless subscribers, 4.5 million wireline
network access lines and 1.1 million Internet subscribers. TELUS provides
a wide range of communications products and services including data, Internet
protocol (IP), voice, entertainment and video. Committed to being Canada's
premier corporate citizen, over the last six years TELUS has contributed
more than $76 million to charitable and non-profit organizations, and has
established seven TELUS Community Boards across Canada to lead its local
philanthropic initiatives. For more information about TELUS, please visit
telus.com.
For media inquiries, please contact:
Allison Vale
TELUS Media Relations
416.629.6425
Allison.Vale@telus.com
