Who is Forward Thinking Systems (FTS)?

Forward Thinking Systems (FTS) is a fleet management and video telematics company founded in 2005 and headquartered in Jericho, NY. We build and support GPS tracking, AI dashcam, ELD compliance, route optimization, and driver coaching solutions for fleets ranging from 3 vehicles to 100,000+ vehicles across transportation, construction, government, waste management, and field services. Unlike resellers who package other companies technology, FTS develops its own integrated platform.

How is FTS different from competitors like Samsara, Motive, or Verizon Connect?

FTS builds a tightly integrated, purpose-built platform — IntelliHub, FleetCam, Field Warrior, DriveShield, Route Matrix, and Monarch — rather than stitching together acquired products. Customers get a single system that actually talks to itself, with one point of contact for support. FTS also offers 24/7 US-based support, which matters when your driver is on the side of the road at 2 AM and needs help — not a ticket queue.

How much does FTS cost? Is there a per-vehicle fee?

FTS pricing is customized based on fleet size, products deployed, and contract terms. Most fleets are priced on a per-vehicle, per-month model. The best way to get accurate pricing for your specific fleet is to request a demo — FTS will put together a proposal based on your actual needs, not a price sheet built for a fleet twice your size.

How long does it take to get up and running with FTS?

Most fleets are fully deployed within 2–4 weeks from signed contract, depending on fleet size and hardware configuration. FTS handles installation coordination, training, and onboarding. You don't need a dedicated IT team to get started — and most managers are up and running in IntelliHub within a day of first login.

Does FTS offer 24/7 customer support?

Yes. FTS provides 24/7 customer support. When your driver has a problem at midnight in an unfamiliar city, they have someone to call — not a chatbot.

What industries does FTS serve?

FTS serves transportation and logistics, construction, waste management, public transit, government and municipal fleets, emergency services (police, EMS, fire), food and beverage distribution, utility field services, school districts, and many other industries with mobile assets. The platform is flexible enough to adapt across verticals, and FTS has deep experience across a wide range of fleet operations.

Does FTS work with my existing vehicles and hardware?

FTS is designed to be hardware-flexible. Whether your fleet has OBD-II ports, hardwired options, or you want to use existing driver smartphones (BYOD), FTS has a configuration that works. No need to replace everything — FTS meets you where you are and scales as your fleet evolves.

How do I know FTS is the right partner for the long term?

FTS has been in business since 2005 — over 20 years serving commercial fleets. That kind of longevity in a field where vendors come and go is meaningful. FTS has invested in developing its own technology rather than acquiring and rebranding, which means you're getting a partner with genuine product knowledge and a roadmap — not a reseller who goes dark the moment the sale closes.

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Fleet Management System

Forward Thinking Systems provides fleet management and tracking solutions that solve real problems for fleet managers. Check out a sampling of our most popular fleet solutions below.

IntelliHub®

Your fleet in a browser.

Field Warrior®

The app for your mobile workforce.

Monarch®

Your fleet on your phone.

Route Matrix®

More stops in less time.

DriveShieldTM

Safer Driving, Better Coaching.

FleetCam®

See what the driver sees.

GPS Tracking

Real-time monitoring of vehicles, trailers, and assets.

Digital DVIR

Streamlines FMCSA-compliant electronic inspections.

ELD

FMCSA-approved electronic logging for compliance.

Driver Behavior

Focus on incentivizing safety for maximum compliance.

Dispatching

Efficiently connecting dispatchers and drivers.

Maintenance

Maintenance tracking with DVIR automation, alerts, and more.

Government

Advanced solutions for government agencies.

Activity Alerts

Fleet activity monitoring with real-time notification

Route Optimization

Build efficient, cost-effective routes.

IFTA Reporting

Mileage and fuel purchase data for easy IFTA fuel tax reports.

FleetCam

The all-in-one fleet vehicle camera system.

Fleet Reports

Data to improve fleet performance.

Commercial Navigation

Turn-by-turn GPS navigation system for commercial vehicles.

Fuel Card Integration

Quickly import fuel purchase data with fuel card integrations.

Digital Forms

Collect signatures, proofs of delivery, and more.

Advanced Data & IoT

Advanced real-time usage information.

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Tracking & Fleet Management Solutions

Designed for your Fleet

Transportation & Logistics

Create routes, organize schedules, monitor driving patterns. Map out your entire operation right from your desktop.

Construction & Heavy Equipment

Providing the blueprint for success with fleet management solutions that help keep sites safe, compliant, and profitable.

Police & First Responders

Reliable routes and alerts that respond as quickly as you do; so, you’re prepared to handle whatever comes your way.

Food & Beverage

Meet industry safety and compliance standards with tools designed to monitor fleets, equipment, and maintenance.

Waste Management

Customizable routes, two-way messaging, and sensors capable of monitoring unique lifts and equipment.

Government

Advanced fleet tracking and management solutions for federal, state, and local government agencies.

Utility Field Services

Improve visibility, safety, and efficiency with precise GPS tracking, AI-powered dashcams, and smart routing that optimize operations, enhance compliance, and maximize asset utilization.

See what our customers are saying...

We love hearing from our customers because Forward Thinking Systems runs on customer satisfaction. Here's what just a few of them have to say about their experience with our fleet management system.

Our fleet manager uses IntelliHub all the time. We now receive alerts if, say, a driver is nearing a mileage limit. Your vehicle icons are also very helpful. The buses are actually buses on the map.

- BEST Transportation

We demoed over two dozen ELD solutions before picking your app. ELD compliance and accurate GPS tracking were the key.

- Amware Express

The web-based portal [IntelliHub®] is by far the best I have seen in the ELD industry. It's extremely easy to use and packed full of features, options, and alerts.

- Imperial Express

Forward Thinking offered a complete solution on a single platform to view, communicate, and control our entire fleet. Their ability to accommodate our operational needs all in one system was stand out.

- Inter-Metro Freight

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