This year marks a truly significant milestone for RCT – Powered by Epiroc and its flagship industrial fleet management system, SmarTrack. It's a moment to reflect on how far we've come and the role we've played in shaping fleet management and safety technology as it exists today.
RCT's journey began with early machine telematics, focused on operator authentication and the collection of critical operational data. At the time, these capabilities were groundbreaking, laying the foundation for smarter, more accountable fleet operations. In true RCT style, we continued to innovate to improve the system and continue to meet clients' needs.
Therefore, not long after, we introduced operator user interfaces to further streamline interactions between humans and systems. Of course, when this was first developed, it was simple by today's standards, but revolutionary for its time.
It was a basic LCD display, featuring just three rows, containing up to 20 characters. Just enough information on the screen to display information required for operators to complete electronic pre-start checklists that could be centrally managed through an online portal.
This was an early, yet significant step towards digitising processes that were once entirely manual.
Driven by relentless innovation, these early concepts provided the cornerstone of the evolution of what we know as today's world-class SmarTrack - a renowned solution in the materials handling industry. This state-of-the-art solution has now been deployed globally, and SmarTrack represents decades of refinement, real-world testing, and continuous improvement.
Early adopters such as a well-known packaging and recycling company, played a pivotal role in validating the technology and accelerating its adoption, helping to shape the platform into what it is today.
In parallel, we were also pioneering advancements in fleet safety. One of the most notable breakthroughs was the introduction of forklift GPS Zoning. By allowing companies to draw operational zones directly on Google Earth maps and integrate them with RCT's Speed Limiter technology, businesses gained unprecedented control over vehicle speeds and site safety. Industry leaders like a major Australian integrated steel manufacturer, were among the first to embrace this innovation.
Today, terms like zoning and geofencing are commonplace across the industry, but two decades ago, they were anything but. These solutions didn't just improve efficiency; they fundamentally changed how organisations approached safety in dynamic operational environments.
As we mark this 20-year milestone, it's not just the technology we celebrate, but the vision, persistence, and partnerships that made it possible. RCT's legacy is one of innovation driven by real-world challenges and most importantly a commitment to building safer, smarter operations alongside our customers.
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