New Live Tracking System Solves Visibility Gaps in Field Operations

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Many companies managing field operations lack real-time visibility into driver locations, relying on manual updates via WhatsApp and Excel. This creates blind spots in visibility, accurate billing, and operational oversight. A new personnel transport management system addresses this by implementing live location tracking via a mobile app and a socket-based server connection. The system uses PostGIS for geographic queries and ensures data isolation, allowing multiple agencies to use the platform without accessing each other's information. This real-time data collection enables automated billing based on actual trips rather than manual reports.

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