Track assets

In the Map module, on the Assets tab, dispatchers can track assets on the map and view their recorded data history. They can also view the asset status, such as Driving, Loading, or Standstill.

Track Assets on Map #

You can view the current location and delivery route of an asset on the map.

In the Map module > click the Assets tab, and then select the required asset from the list. The asset location and route details are displayed on the map.

Map Legend #

Button	Description
	Searches an address, asset, location, or coordinates on the map
	Creates a place
	Shows or hides map layers NOTE: After you click the button, a shortcut menu is displayed. Select or click to clear the Places and Traffic checkboxes to reveal or conceal the map layers.
	If no asset is selected on the Assets pane, all the assigned assets on the map are shown When an asset is selected on the Assets pane, the asset information pane is displayed and its complete route over the last 24 hours is shown
	Enables you to zoom in and out to view the map area at different scales
	Switches to the map’s satellite view

View Traffic Information #

You can view live traffic information on the map.
In the Map module > click the Assets tab.

On the map, click the Show/hide map layers icon to open the Map layers section, and then select the Traffic checkbox.

View Asset History #

Various activities of assets are recorded on the SCALAR platform. You can view the general information of the asset on the General info tab and historical data on Activities, Alarms, Temperature, Remaining, Tachograph, and Notes tabs.

In the Map module > click the Assets tab, and then select the required asset from the list. The asset information pane is displayed.

View General Info #

You can view general information of an asset, such as location details that include the Google Maps street view, asset details that include the mileage and axle load, and communication unit details.
On the asset information pane > go to General info . The location, asset details, and communication unit details are displayed.

Switch to Street View #

You can switch to the street view for the selected asset on the map.

On the General info tab > go to the Location section, and then click Go to street view. The Google street view for the selected asset is displayed in a new tab window.

This is a representative impage of the Google Maps street view.

View Asset Details #

You can view the mileage and axle load information for the selected asset in the Asset details section on the asset information pane.

View Information on EV Vehicles #

In the Asset details section, you can track the live status of EVs (Electric vehicles), the remaining charge, the estimated range of the asset (estimated distance the vehicle can travel before it must be recharged), status of recharging, and verify whether the temperature is optimal for charging.

View Speed and Axle Load Data History #

You can view speed and axle load data for the specified period for the selected vehicle.

1. On the General info tab, click View history. The General tab is displayed on the asset information page that charts the speed and axle load.
   
NOTE:

On the asset information page, you can also view the activity, route, and reefer details of an asset.

2. From the toolbar > click the calendar picker , and then select the required date and time range.
NOTE:

The maximum period you can select is for two days. You can also select one of the pre-defined options to view the speed and axle load data history.



3. Click Show history. The speed and axle load data history for the specified period is displayed.
   

Customize columns

You can customize the view to show or hide columns while viewing records on the General tab.

1. On the General tab > click Charts. The Chart Display list is displayed.
   
2. Select the required checkboxes that correspond to different columns. The colums selected are displayed while viewing the records.
NOTE:

To restore the default settings, click Reset.

View Activities #

You can view the assets activity history that are recent or for a specified period.

Track Activities for the last 24 hours

On the asset information pane > click Activities . The last 24 hours’ records are displayed.

Track activities for a specific period

1. On the asset information pane, click View history. The Activity tab is displayed on the asset information page.
2. From the toolbar > click the calendar picker , and then select the date and time range.
   
NOTE:

The maximum period you can select is for one month. You can also select one of the pre-defined options to view the activity history.

3. Click Show history. The activity history for the specified period is displayed.
   
   
TIP:

Click Feedback to view the feedback submitted by the driver in the SCALAR Cargo app during trip execution.

Customize columns

You can customize the view to show or hide columns while viewing records on the Activity tab. For more information, see Customize Columns.

View Alarms #

You can view the recorded alarms history triggered by assets.

On the asset information pane > click Alarms . The recent alarms recorded are displayed.

View Temperature #

The temperature function helps ensure that the optimal temperature for an asset is maintained during deliveries. You can also apply filters to view specific records.

Recent temperature records #

On the asset information pane > click Reefer . The recent temperature records for the asset are displayed.

Temperature records for specific period #

1. On the Reefer tab, click View history. The Reefer tab is displayed on the asset information page.
2. From the toolbar > click Calendar , and then select the date and time range.
NOTE:

The maximum period you can select is for two days.

3. Click Show history. The temperature history for the specified period is displayed.
   

Customize columns

You can customize the view to show or hide columns while viewing records on the Reefer tab. For more information, see Customize Columns.

Track Remaining Times #

You can view the driving and resting time data of the drivers to ensure that they are following the stipulated rules and regulations.

1. On the asset information pane > click Remaining . The information is displayed in the service time section.
2. Select the Driving or Resting option. The information for the selected option is displayed in the Service Time section.
   

Track Tachograph Data #

Tachograph data is recorded for activities, resting times, driving times, and service times of assets.

On the asset information pane > click Tacho . The recent available tachograph data is displayed.
Request an image to show the tachograph data.

Manage Notes #

Dispatchers can use the Notes functionality that can be referenced by themselves or other dispachers to communicate important or critical information with the drivers for an asset. These notes can also serve to follow up or assist a driver by providing vital information or tips during a trip.

Add Note #

1. On the asset information pane, click > to view Notes . The Organization notes section is displayed.
   
2. Enter information in the box, and then click Save. The note is inserted.
   

Edit Note #

Click Edit () to make modifications to the note. The note is now in editable mode. Click Save to save your changes. The note is updated.

Delete Note #

Click Delete () to remove a note. A confirmation message is displayed. Click Delete to confirm deletion. The note is permanently deleted.

Filter Assets #

You can filter assets based on their activity, asset type, and system tags available.

1. In the Map module > on the Assets tab, click Filter . The Asset filter pane is displayed.
   
2. Select the required options in the Activity, Asset type, System tag of the asset, and Map sections, and then click Done. The asset records that fulfil the criteria are listed.
   Available filters:
   Activity
   Asset type
   System tag of the asset: Pending (An asset was created, but no incoming data has been received yet)
   Map: Show assets visible on map. The filtered list will be updated as you move the map or zoom in or zoom out.

Search an Asset #

You can search specific assets on the Assets tab.

In the Map module > click the Assets tab, and then enter a name in the Search an asset box. The search results matching the search criteria are displayed on the Assets pane.

Trace Activities on Map #

On the Assets tab, after you select an asset, you can view its current position on the map.

View Grouped Activities #

A set of activities performed at the same place are grouped on the map. The number denotes the number of activities executed during a trip.

Click the number that appears next to the asset to view the activity details on the Activities tab.

The slight differences in coordinates for activities performed at the same place during a trip are represented as shown in this image.

To view assets on the map, ensure that the Show assets visible on map checkbox is selected:
On the Asset filter pane, scroll through to view the Map section, and then select the Show assets visible on map checkbox.