PeopleNet, a provider of Internet-based and integrated onboard computing and mobile communications management, has partnered with Summary Systems to integrate Summary's Point of Delivery Mobile Suite software with PeopleNet's onboard computing system.


According to Randy Boyles, PeopleNet's vice president of tailored solutions, "The incorporation of point-of-delivery software into PeopleNet gives fleets the opportunity to automate delivery routes, streamline dispatch and driver operations, eliminate paperwork, and save communications costs by taking advantage of the onboard wireless network and lower-cost handheld hardware-critical issues for improving operational efficiency. Customers will also have the flexibility of having us tailor the point-of-delivery software to meet their particular needs."

The device-agnostic software can be implemented in virtually any lower-cost handheld device's Windows mobile or Windows CE platform. Point of Delivery Mobile Suite captures real-time delivery data, and uses the powerful PeopleNet wireless network to transport the critical data to the corporate office.

Both PeopleNet and Summary Systems integrate with key dispatch software to streamline the seamless transfer of data from the vehicle's PeopleNet onboard computer to the point-of-delivery solution to the back office without having to key in delivery data. This integration also automates delivery routes and dispatch, and expedites invoicing. In addition, the real-time information helps fleet managers manage by exception and on the fly to improve driver efficiency in and out of the cab, as well as to expedite invoicing.

Summary Systems President Bob Montana noted, "Our new partnership with PeopleNet provides the industry handheld point-of-delivery software for onboard integration as well as portable use. The combination of our proven technologies will meet the growing demand for delivery scanning and electronic signature collection."