Geotab & Google Cloud launches ‘Sustainability on Board
TORONTO, Sept. 19, 2023 /PRNewswire/ – Geotab Inc a member of the Google Cloud Ready – Sustainability program, launched its video series “Sustainability On Board-The Power Of Data Insights” that shares insights on the trajectory of sustainability outcomes. Featuring Michael Clark, Vice President, North America Regions at Google Cloud. Neil Cawse, Founder and CEO of Geotab, the video series puts a spotlight on “management by measurement” as the demand for accountability and transparency in delivering on sustainability goals continues to grow.
“Leaders are seeking pragmatic guidance from partners they can trust. Moreover, their sustainability journey evolves to include improved reporting, regulatory requirements, and greater board oversight,” said Neil Cawse, Founder and CEO of Geotab. “Geotab is supporting customers across the globe to improve their business performance. It deliver better outcomes for the planet with quality data insights. We are particularly excited with the potential of generative AI and large language models. Where we are seeing faster speed to insight and greater transparency, which hinges on quality data inputs.”
Geotab is a global leader in connected transportation solutions. They are using data and insights to effectively plan, manage, and measure the impact of fleet electrification and sustainable transportation. Google Cloud’s sustainable infrastructure creates a multiplier effect. Together, Geotab and Google Cloud have created a sophisticated solution. Moreover, this solution is focused on the climate and ESG ambitions of our mutual customers.
“Users of Geotab’s climate-focused solutions will benefit from new capabilities, powered by Google Cloud’s generative AI capabilities,” said Michael Clark, Vice President, North America Regions at Google Cloud. “By building with Google Cloud’s powerful models, Geotab can enable its customers to activate more sustainable transportation operations. Geotab addressed ESG goals that were not otherwise attainable.”
For fleet operations, the availability of dependable data sources for decision-making is essential. This data is crucial for meeting sustainability goals and ESG reporting requirements. Moreover, a survey conducted by Geotab among fleet managers reveals that 73% of respondents rely on fleet management solutions and telematics data to monitor and enhance fleet sustainability. Yet, only 24% utilize telematics data to facilitate regulatory reporting. Against the backdrop of mounting regulatory and public pressure for accelerated carbon reduction, harnessing data insights for decision making has become even more critical. Measuring success is also essential in this context.
To hear more on how data-driven decision making is improving sustainability outcomes for business and the planet, watch the video here.
Geotab was also honored to receive the Google Cloud Cross Customer Award. Communications and Service Providers Industry, announced earlier this week. For more, visit this link.
Google Cloud is leading the transition to a more sustainable future through information and innovation. It is uniquely positioned to empower individuals, organizations and governments with the data and tools they need to drive positive action for our planet. That means using their products and platforms to help people make more sustainable choices. It also involves working together with partners to help reduce emissions and advance transformative technology for a carbon-free future. It also means using their deep legacy in research. They’re making breakthroughs in AI to accelerate innovation that can tackle climate change.