Under the move, videos of incidents can now also be viewed alongside a timeline within MiX Fleet Manager, adding a richer context to incident scenarios for fleet owners.

MiX Vision consists of a road- and driver-facing tamper-resistant camera unit, attached to the inside of the vehicle's windscreen. The camera, which integrates with MiX Telematics' fleet management solution, now triggers the automatic upload of a high-resolution video clip. Footage of the incident includes views of the road and the driver before and after an incident occurs. In addition, fleet managers have access to all footage at the end of each completed trip. Footage is recorded on a 72-hour rolling buffer and can be used for driver training purposes.

‘More information and higher quality footage allows fleet managers to make more informed decisions around incidents that involve their vehicles. The solution places operators “at the scene”, enabling them to improve safety and lessen their business risk. It also serves to protect the driver in cases where he or she had no other choice but to react in a certain way,’ said Charles Tasker, chief operating officer of MiX Telematics.

Operators can view footage and take almost immediate steps in handling a situation – whether it is related to poor driver behaviour or an impending insurance claim, for example.

‘Our aim when enhancing our solutions portfolio is always to simplify. We know the value in providing operators with tools that work seamlessly together, especially in today's highly demanding operating climate. Less risk reduces costs and improves safety – that's the bottom line,’ added Tasker.