Mastering Geofencing
Geofencing is one of the most powerful features in the Track2Secure platform. By creating virtual boundaries around important locations, you can automate alerts and actions when devices enter or exit these zones.
What Can You Protect?
- Vehicles: Company cars, personal vehicles, rental fleets
- Assets: Construction equipment, trailers, expensive tools
- People: Children, elderly parents, employees
- Pets: Dogs, cats, livestock
Best Practices
1. Define Clear Zones
Create geofences that precisely match property boundaries. Use our map tools to draw accurate perimeters around homes, job sites, and restricted areas.
2. Set Appropriate Alerts
Configure different alert types for different zones:
- Home: Alert when children arrive or leave
- Work: Notify when employees arrive late or leave early
- Restricted: Immediate alert for unauthorized entry
3. Time-Based Rules
Set schedules for geofence monitoring. For example, only monitor equipment yards during non-business hours when theft is more likely.
4. Combine with Camera Alerts
Link geofence triggers to camera recordings. When a vehicle enters a restricted zone, automatically start recording with nearby cameras.
5. Test Your Setup
Always test new geofences with a device before relying on them. Walk the boundaries to ensure alerts trigger at the right locations.
Real-World Example
A construction company saved $50,000 worth of equipment when a geofence alert notified them of a excavator moving at 2 AM. Police arrived within minutes and apprehended the thieves.
