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What is the difference between Cellular and Satellite Communications for Fleet Management?

April 26, 2017cellular communications difference fleet Management satellite

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What is the difference between Cellular and Satellite Communications for Fleet Management?

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Cellular coverage is based on a particular system (CDMA, CDPD, GSM, etc) and provider available in the geographic regions of interest. This coverage is limited to the area where cell towers exist. This can leave dead spots or rural areas not covered. FMS utilizes Low Earth Orbit Satellites that provide global coverage regardless of location. This means no dead spots where cell towers are unavailable. It is also beneficial to global clients wishing to move assets around or deploy tracking systems in many regions around the world while using a single supplier.