BigRoad

Mar 6, 2014

A computer-assisted log managed on drivers’ smartphones/tablets, BigRoad also has electronic driver vehicle inspection reporting, document capture capabilities and, for small fleets, an affordable back-office element to help in efficient dispatch. For drivers, the logging app is free, and small fleets can try the management software for 30 days with no charge.

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