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www.truckandtrack.com Winter 2019 Truck and Track 15 BUSINESS NEWS Paul S. Winson Coaches, one of the leading coach operators in the East Midlands, reports much improved control over driver performance and data control since installing CPT Tacho Analysis software powered by TruTac. With 30 modern coaches in the fleet, Winson Coaches had previously used a system which, says the company, made digital and analogue tacho analysis a complicated and time-consuming task. “As proud members of CPT and the Guild of British Coach Operators,” says Operations Director Anthony Winson, “we not only have an unblemished 36-year record to protect, but also need to maintain a high standard of operation to satisfy all current DVSA and WTD regulations.” Having looked at a number of software providers, the company opted for CPT Tacho Analysis, with additional modules – TruDriver, TruView and TruDocuments – to improve driver performance and tighten-up day-to-day administration relating to drivers, vehicles and tachograph compliance. Now, according to AnthonyWinson, the operations teamcan access real-time, in-depth information regarding everything from driver infringements to individual driver’s hours – down to the minute. Route planning, driver utilisation and problem-avoidance are greatly improved, as is the company’s ability to confidently present clear and accurate data, should an audit be required. “The CPT Tacho Analysis system powered by TruTac is one of the best investments we have made,” adds Anthony. “One glance at the screen tells all. It was easy to install, it’s easy to use, secure and all the information is crystal clear to see and understand.” Furthermore, according to Anthony Winson, training and support from the TruTac team has been second-to-none, during what he describes as a relatively short and seamless installation and bedding in period. Developed by compliance software leaders TruTac in partnership with the CPT, CPT Tacho Analysis includes complete web-based, instant digital and analogue tachograph analysis which is fully Earned Recognition-accredited and supports EU and GB Domestic Drivers’ Hours & Rest Time Rules (including WTD). All CPT members get the benefit of at least 20% cost savings on the full range of CPT Compliance products provided by the commercial partner, TruTac. These include CPT Tacho Analysis, CPT Daily Checks and CPT Licence Checks. Paul S. Winson Coaches has remained a wholly owned family-run business since its conception in 1976 as a haulage contractor, then progressing into coaching in1983. Now in its 36th year of coaching, they provide corporate and private coach charter throughout Great Britain and Europe. www.trutac.co.uk TruTac makes compliance ‘crystal-clear’ for leading coach operator Anthony Winson A smart payment technology that provides truck drivers with hassle-free parking, and gives fleet operators total visibility and control over their parking and operational costs is being launched in Germany. Already proven in the UK and France, and used by almost 4,000 haulage fleets, SNAP Account’s Depot Parking Systemuses a driver’s license plate number to pay for key parking and washing expenses. Registered users simply turn up on site, provide their license plate details, and their payment is invoiced to the driver’s employer directly. No cash is required, and drivers can also use a dedicated App to locate parking locations to help plan their journeys. Owners of Truck Parks and vehicle washing facilities also benefit frombeing part of the SNAP network. It enables them to fully utilise their facility, ensuring additional revenues that might otherwise have been wasted and providing a solution to the significant Europe-wide haulage parking shortage. Mark Garner, Managing Director, SNAP, says Germany is a key market: “In addition to sourcing much-needed parking spaces, we know that we are making the lives of drivers easier by removing the need to carry cash or track receipts,” he says. “Further, registered track parks and logistics firms will never need to chase payment for parking or washes, with payment automated through our easy-to- use platform.” SNAPrecentlyacquiredGerman-basedKXF(Kiosk-Future),aleading payment kiosk provider specialising in Truck Parking payment solutions. SNAP has also employed sales and site liaison staff based in Germany to support the high levels of activity planned. Currently operating in 216 locations across Europe, SNAP’s services are used by over 95,000 drivers. In the last year, SNAP helped to open an additional 220,000 secure parking spaces through its Depot Parking System. Within the UK it works with leading brands such as Royal Mail, DSV, Bartrums, RD Williams, Pollocks, Kersey Freight and Premier Logistics, as well as the busiest road hub in Europe, the Delta Park A1/E17 Truck Parking area in Northern France. SNAP launches Smart Payments & Truck Parking Solution into Germany