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TACHOGRAPH ANALYSIS
Barrett Steel, the UK’s largest independent steel stockholder
switched to TruTac’s compliance management software over a
year ago and, says the company, there’s no looking back.
With 150 own-account vehicles operating on restricted licences
throughout theUKand Ireland, Barrett Steel recognised theneed for
an integrated package which could facilitate real-time monitoring
and compliance control for every vehicle and driver within the fleet.
Richard Tallis, Group Logistics Manager, explains:
“We moved from our previous supplier to TruTac because their
software is intuitive and more ‘user-friendly’. Now, using their
‘TruControl’ portal, which combines TruAnalysis, TruView, TruDriver,
TruDocument and TruLicence, we control virtually all aspects of our
vehicle and driver compliance.”
Barrett Steel operates from 27 sites serving a cross section of
industry sectors, including agriculture, oil and gas, off-shore,
rail, construction, safety and access and materials handling – a
diverse range which requires round-the-clock vehicle support and
compliance.
“The good thing is,” adds Richard “there is no need to visit every site
just to collect or inspect information. Data is seamlessly collected
and analysed in the cloud via DigiPostPro terminals at each site.
Quick analysis, instant online access from anywhere in the country
and intuitive dashboards get me straight to the data I need. All
this, plus a suite of automated reporting, means we maintain tight
control and compliance across the entire fleet at all times.”
TruDriver for example, enables close driver monitoring and any
infringements are automatically logged and highlighted by the
system. Then, informed driver debriefs can be conducted and
further action or training prescribed to correct any problems, if
required.
“I have been familiar with TruTac’s products since 2006,” comments
Richard, “and no question, their range of software has evolved from
core tachograph analysis to the complete range of bespoke tools for
vehicle and driver data monitoring and compliance control. Saves
time, driver friendly, easy to install and easy to use. The support is
also second to none. We are moving forward together.”
Formed in 1866, Barrett Steel comprises 40 stockholding
companies across the UK and its key divisions: Engineering Steel,
Tubes Division, International and General Steels, provide for
numerous industry requirements on a global basis.
Global steel provider switches to TruTac for tight compliance control
The technology company Continental has appointed Gilles
Mabire as the new head of the Commercial Vehicles &
Aftermarket Business Unit (CVAM). Mabire, 46, succeeds
Dr. Michael Ruf, who is pursuing new opportunities outside
Continental after having successfully led the business unit over
the last 10 years. CVAM, which is part of the Interior Division,
accommodates the specific requirements of the commercial
vehicle and special vehiclemarkets as well as the passenger car
aftermarket. The business unit is also responsible for products
relating to Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS), which
connect users and vehicles with the transport infrastructure,
with a focus on services and new functions.
Gilles Mabire has been with Continental for more than ten years.
He holds an electrical and mechanical engineering degree from the
ESME Sudria Engineering School in Paris. Mabire has more than
20 years of experience in various management positions in the
automotive industry. Prior to his appointment, he was in charge of
Continental’s operations in France.
Gilles Mabire started his career in 1996 as a project engineer in
France’s automotive supplier industry. In 2000, he joined Siemens
VDO Automotive as a key account manager in the Powertrain
Division. Three years later, he became System Project Manager in
the Body & Security Business Unit for amajor European automotive
manufacturer. In 2006, he joined Siemens VDO in Rambouillet,
which became part of Continental in 2009. Here he managed
the Infotainment & Connectivity Business Unit activities for a
major French car group. In 2010, he became head of Continental
Automotive France, and in 2013 he assumed responsibility for all
business with European car manufacturers in the Infotainment
& Connectivity Business Unit. In 2018, he was additionally put in
charge of all of the company’s activities in France.
The CVAM Business Unit: Specialized in the needs of
commercial vehicles, aftermarket and ITS
A part of Continental’s Interior Division, the Commercial Vehicles &
Aftermarket Business Unit (CVAM) develops solutions to meet the
specific requirements of the commercial vehicle and special vehicle
markets as well as the passenger car aftermarket. Its portfolio also
includes Intelligent Transportation Systems. In the commercial
and special vehicle sector, CVAM offers a wide range of electronic
solutions such as components and solutions for driving assistance
systems andautomateddrivingaswell as instruments, displays and
electronic control units. The portfolio also includes a wide range of
data-based services, fleet management solutions and tachographs
for commercial vehicle fleets. In North America, CVAM offers
fleet management solutions for trucks and school buses under
the Zonar brand. In the passenger car aftermarket, CVAM offers
a broad selection of spare parts and services for the independent
aftermarket, covering the brands Continental, VDO, ATE, Galfer and
Barum. It offers brake wear and tear parts, electronic spare parts as
well as diagnostic solutions and connectivity-based services such
as standardised remote access to manufacturer-specific car data.
Original Equipment Services after the end of series production
of the vehicle manufacturer round off the range of aftermarket
solutions offered by CVAM.
Gilles Mabire appointed new head of Continental’s
Commercial Vehicles & Aftermarket Business Unit
Gilles Mabire is the new head of Continental’s Commercial Vehicles
& Aftermarket Business Unit. Photo: Continental