Operating across Africa is not for the faint-hearted. You’re navigating long distances, unpredictable roads, patchy cellular coverage, cross-border risks, and the growing threat of asset theft and hijacking. For organisations moving high-value equipment, fuel, vehicles, or specialised machinery, the biggest operational risk isn’t always the terrain or the theft itself....
In 2023, US authorities uncovered a large-scale organised crime network that stole more than $1 million (around R17 million) worth of premium tequila from warehouse yards across the Midwest. The criminals used basic tools, simple disguise tactics, and a good understanding of gaps in logistics security. And...
True visibility. Early detection. Confident decisions in extreme environments. In today’s high-risk, asset-intensive industries, visibility is the difference between profit and loss. When high-value assets are on the move, every kilometre carries risk. Real-Time Transportation Visibility Platforms (RTTVPs) give you a live, intelligent view of your operations so that you...
By Jeremy Williams, MD Tracksmart. As someone who's spent years in software development and data analytics, I've seen firsthand how raw data can transform operations. From debugging complex codebases to uncovering patterns in massive datasets that drive real business decisions, data means nothing on its own. In the world of...
In mining, oil, and gas, the margins are tight, the risks are high, and downtime is expensive. In these high-pressure environments, asset visibility is essential when it comes to reducing risk. But off-the-shelf GPS tracking for mining, oil and gas won’t cut it. At Tracksmart Solutions, we provide more than location...
If your business deals with high-value assets in challenging environments, then you don’t need another screen full of blinking dots. You need answers. Where’s the truck? Why is the train delayed? What’s that delay going to cost you? In South Africa’s complex freight landscape, where road and rail meet cross-border...
