Not All GPS Solutions Are Created Equal: Why Cellular is Superior

Do you know what’s happening on the road? All the time? And in real time? Are you ready to respond immediately in emergency situations and account for every student…whether they’re down the street or two states away? You can answer a resounding “yes”—to every question—with cellular GPS solutions from Synovia.

Radio GPS technology serves school districts well…when they’re in close range. On a field trip or in an unexpected location or emergency, fact is, radio just isn’t always reliable. What school district can afford to be reliable some of the time?

Cellular GPS solutions from Synovia do what we’ve always relied on radio for: they help you plan and replan efficient routes, fairly compensate drivers, perform preventative maintenance without over- or under-servicing your vehicles and save time and money. They’re also backed by the nation’s largest wireless providers and fastest digital networks. They’re always up and running (you can’t say that for radio), which means you are, too.

Does It All Come Down to Price?

“But I can get a radio GPS solution with no monthly fee, right?” Right. Many companies do offer radio GPS technology without a monthly fee. And you’ll get a good GPS solution…most of the time. You’ll also pay for equipment up front and you’ll need to stay within close range of radio towers at all times. Cellular’s without-exception security comes at a small price each month, no up-front equipment, and no boundaries.

The Technology

GPS hardware, mounted inside each vehicle, transmits information in real time directly to your district’s server over a secure digital cellular network.

The Benefits

Cellular’s air-tight security and reliability have made customers stand up and take notice. And because the cost of this technology has become more and more affordable, many consider this the GPS choice for today and for the future.

> 24/7 Real-Time, Nationwide Tracking | Nationwide network of towers means you’re always in range

> Less Equipment | No antennae, base stations, or towers to purchase, operate, or maintain

> Seamless Performance | Stationary technology is not dependent upon driver interaction

> Encrypted, Secure Data | Network is encrypted for maximum security and is always on

> Low Monthly Fee | Industry-low fees are only $7-11/month (talk to your Synovia representative for more    details)

> Seasonal Flexibility | Plans may be suspended during inactive months and easily resumed upon    request

> Built-in Bandwidth | System grows with you and has bandwidth for student tracking, on-board
   video integration, etc.

> Simplicity | Cellular technology is maintenance free, reliable, and simple to operate