OEM Telematics
OEM telematics refers to the factory-installed tracking and diagnostic systems built into vehicles, plant, and heavy equipment by the original equipment manufacturer. These systems collect and transmit data including GPS location, engine hours, fuel consumption, fault codes, idle time, and operating parameters. Major OEMs such as Caterpillar, Komatsu, John Deere, Volvo, and Hitachi each offer proprietary telematics platforms.
Why it matters
OEM telematics provides rich, reliable data direct from the machine’s control systems, often at no additional hardware cost since the devices are factory-fitted. However, managing separate telematics portals for each OEM brand creates data silos and operational complexity. Aggregating OEM data into a single asset management platform enables fleet-wide visibility regardless of equipment brand.
How MapTrack helps
MapTrack connects to major OEM telematics APIs and standards like AEMP/ISO 15143-3, consolidating data from mixed fleets into a single dashboard alongside non-OEM tracked assets.
Frequently asked questions
What data do OEM telematics systems typically provide?
Most OEM telematics systems provide GPS location, engine hours, fuel consumption, idle time, diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs), and basic operating parameters. More advanced systems may also report payload weights, tyre pressures, DEF levels, and component-specific data. The data available varies by manufacturer, model, and subscription tier.
What is the AEMP telematics standard?
The Association of Equipment Management Professionals (AEMP) developed the ISO 15143-3 telematics standard (commonly called AEMP 2.0) to provide a common data format across equipment brands. It defines a standardised API for retrieving key machine data, enabling fleet management platforms to integrate with multiple OEM systems without building custom connections for each manufacturer.
Related terms
GPS Tracking
GPS (Global Positioning System) tracking uses satellite signals to determine and record the real-time geographic location of assets, vehicles, or equipment fitted with GPS receivers. Tracking data is transmitted to a central platform via cellular or satellite networks, providing continuous visibility of asset movements, routes, and dwell times. GPS tracking is fundamental to fleet management and high-value mobile asset monitoring.
IoT Sensors
IoT (Internet of Things) sensors are connected devices that collect and transmit data about an asset’s condition, environment, or usage in real-time. Common sensor types measure temperature, vibration, humidity, fuel levels, engine hours, pressure, and tilt. The data is transmitted wirelessly to a central platform for monitoring, alerting, and analysis.
Fleet Management
Fleet management is the administration of an organisation’s vehicles and mobile plant, including acquisition, maintenance, fuel management, driver compliance, GPS tracking, and disposal. It covers light vehicles, heavy vehicles, trailers, mobile plant, and any other registered or unregistered mobile assets. Modern fleet management relies on telematics, GPS tracking, and software platforms to optimise operations and reduce costs.
Predictive Maintenance
Predictive maintenance (PdM) uses real-time data from sensors, IoT devices, and analytics to forecast when an asset is likely to fail, enabling maintenance to be performed just before a breakdown occurs. Techniques include vibration analysis, oil analysis, thermal imaging, and machine-learning models trained on historical failure data. It represents the most advanced tier of proactive maintenance strategies.
Equipment Utilisation
Equipment utilisation measures the extent to which available equipment is being productively used, typically expressed as a percentage of available time or capacity. It is calculated by dividing actual usage time (or output) by total available time (or maximum capacity). Utilisation data can come from meter readings, operator logs, GPS tracking, or telematics systems. It is a key operational efficiency metric in asset-intensive industries.
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