Messaging

Messaging allows you to send SMS messages from within the portal and/or from your mobile device. You (and your drivers) can explore additional query services for more advanced functions performed from an SMS-enabled device–such as getting a vehicle’s current location, setting landmarks, adding stop notes, and more.

Pro

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Using Messaging on the Map Dashboard

The Map Dashboard allows you to send and receive messages to / from a vehicle / driver via SMS (not email). The driver or vehicle must have an SMS number set under the driver’s or vehicle’s profile. SMS messages sent from the Map Dashboard are delivered to a driver’s mobile device via 477-477 (GPSGPS). Any messages replied…

Sending SMS Messages from the Portal

Using the portal, you can send an SMS message from several areas of the portal: The dashboard, the SMS Messaging interface, or from 2D and 3D maps. The compose options vary for each area. Messages can be sent to any vehicle or group of vehicles with valid phone/SMS number. If your account assigns drivers to…

Using Query Services

Queries allow you to issue various requests from any standard cell phone with SMS service, from an attached Garmin device, or from an authorized email address. Once your phone or email address is authorized, the portal offers several query-based services for your account: Admin Functions, Driver Functions, Alert Monitor Functions, and Garmin Functions. Queries must…
Enterprise

Documentation

Videos

Using Messaging on the Map Dashboard

The Map Dashboard allows you to send and receive messages to / from a vehicle / driver via SMS (not email). The driver or vehicle must have an SMS number set under the driver’s or vehicle’s profile. SMS messages sent from the Map Dashboard are delivered to a driver’s mobile device via 477-477 (GPSGPS). Any messages replied…

Sending SMS Messages from the Portal

Using the portal, you can send an SMS message from several areas of the portal: The dashboard, the SMS Messaging interface, or from 2D and 3D maps. The compose options vary for each area. Messages can be sent to any vehicle or group of vehicles with valid phone/SMS number. If your account assigns drivers to…

Using Query Services

Queries allow you to issue various requests from any standard cell phone with SMS service, from an attached Garmin device, or from an authorized email address. Once your phone or email address is authorized, the portal offers several query-based services for your account: Admin Functions, Driver Functions, Alert Monitor Functions, and Garmin Functions. Queries must…