Realtime Tracking sets up shop in Uganda

Realtime Tracking (RTT) Uganda has announced the launch of its services in the country.

The services are targeted towards vehicle and motorbike owners as well as commercial fleet businesses.

In a statement, the firm said it offers European fleet management products from Gurtam, Wialon, Uniguard Technologies and Xirgo Global with robust hybrid devices equipped with high-end GPS/GSM technology, anti-jamming functionality and backup solutions.

The devices work under automated systems; remotely and efficiently.

"RTT was birthed out of the philosophy that the things you value the most, must be protected. Your vehicle or boda boda isn’t just an asset it is the bridge that takes you from one stage in life to another. Your loved one deserves the most protection you can give them each day they leave the house. When you sign up with RTT, the first minute of each day that your vehicle or boda boda is on the road, we are monitoring it to

respond against any eventuality," said Allan Tayebwa, managing director Realtime Tracking Uganda.

The launch of Realtime Tracking comes at a time when Uganda is experiencing an increase in vehicle theft; with an average of five cars stolen every day, as reported by the Flying Squad (Uganda Police) – causing financial losses in the hundreds of millions for the victims.

With RTT, the use of data to improve business efficiencies provides a welcome break for businesses battling to stay the course amidst the tough economic environment. In a market where quick response to crisis is a pain point, the novel approach

Realtime Tracking will give a fresh boost to safety and security of vehicles in

Uganda.

"To our fleet managers, we have good news for you. RTT believes that what gets measured gets done. RTT has got all the data which a manager needs to compile the reports that will enable them reduce on costs," Lungi Koni, the marketing manager, Realtime Tracking said.

RTT enters into the market with a promise to focus on customer satisfaction by offering solutions to suit customers’ evolving needs.

Koni said the safety of any moving asset is very important and that vehicle tracking is the best bet to ensure that the owner stays in control. The ability to know where, what time and how one’s asset is performing can make the difference between turning a profit and suffering a loss," he said.