RESTON, Va., July 23 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- MAXIMUS , the leading provider of fleet enterprise asset management (EAM) software and automated fuel systems, today announced a collaboration with Zonar Systems to offer an integrated inspection and maintenance package. The integration will enable fleet operators to maintain accurate and electronically verified pre- and post-trip inspections while significantly streamlining their maintenance processes.
"MAXIMUS fleet customers have led the industry in automation and efficiency and we have partnered with them in driving toward the paperless shop," said Jim Schnepp, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for MAXIMUS Asset Solutions. "With the integration to Zonar's paperless inspection package and the bonus of capturing service defects, odometer, and inspection information real-time and electronically, our customers can leverage the benefits of both solutions."
The Zonar(R)/MAXIMUS FleetFocus(TM) integrated solution provides a seamless two-way data exchange that automates the pre- and post-trip vehicle inspection process required by federal and state laws. Zonar pioneered the technology that transportation professionals have embraced as the new "best practice" for vehicle safety inspection. Already in widespread use throughout North America, the company's electronic inspection and fleet management system are now revolutionizing workflow processes in many transportation segments.
Zonar's patented RFID-based inspection system, Electronic Vehicle Inspection Report (EVIR(R)), is the starting point for the Zonar/MAXIMUS integrated solution. RFID tags are placed in critical areas around the vehicle. The driver uses a hand-held RFID reader to scan each tag and document the inspection observations. Once complete, the inspection is wirelessly transmitted to secure servers and the resulting information is delivered to fleet managers in real time.
When a defect is noted by a driver, it will instantly be communicated to MAXIMUS maintenance software, automating defect creation for that asset while capturing odometer reading and inspection information. The shop will be immediately alerted of the needed repairs through one of several notification options. As repairs are performed and closed out, FleetFocus(TM) closes the loop by communicating updated defect status to Zonar's inspection database. This collaborative workflow eliminates the need for labor-intensive and inefficient paper records, as well as ensures the reliability of reporting through the elimination of repeated data entry errors.
"The integration of MAXIMUS industry-leading fleet maintenance applications and Zonar's EVIR system will deliver dramatic productivity gains that have been previously unavailable," said William Brinton, vice president of marketing for Zonar Systems.
MAXIMUS is the world's leading provider of fleet and public transportation asset and maintenance management software solutions, serving more than 500 North American fleets, with products that have a 25+ year market history. MAXIMUS is the market leader in every fleet segment, with over 80 transit properties, 250+ City and County Fleets, over 35 State fleets, major Federal government fleets, over 40 Utility fleets and major commercial fleets.
MAXIMUS FleetFocus(TM) software improves shop floor productivity, efficiency and fleet asset utilization by managing all functions related to the maintenance of the fleet, including processing repair and preventative maintenance work orders, operating expenses (including fuel) and tracking and billing for vehicle usage.
About MAXIMUS
MAXIMUS is one of North America's leading government services companies devoted to providing program management, consulting, and information technology services. MAXIMUS has more than 6,000 employees located in more than 220 offices in the United States, Canada, Australia, and England. In 1999, 2001, 2002, 2003, and 2004, MAXIMUS was selected by Forbes Magazine as one of the Best 200 Small Companies in America for that year. MAXIMUS was selected by Business Week Magazine as one of the 100 Best Hot Growth Small Companies in 1999, 2000, 2001, and 2002. Additionally, MAXIMUS is included in the Russell 2000 Index and the S&P SmallCap 600 Index . For more information, visit http://www.assetsolutions.maximus.com.
About Zonar
Zonar provides ground-breaking electronic inspection, tracking, and management solutions for fleet operations. Zonar is the recognized leader in innovative telematics and verified visual inspection technologies; helping companies capture, communicate and analyze information about the location and condition of their vehicles and other assets. For more information, visit http://www.zonarsystems.com.
Sales contacts:
William Brinton (Zonar) (206) 878-2459 (william.brinton@zonarsystems.com)
Jim Schnepp (MAXIMUS) (858) 663-7481 (jamesschnepp@maximus.com)
Statements that are not historical facts, including statements about the Company's confidence and strategies and the Company's expectations about revenues, results of operations, profitability, future contracts, market opportunities, market demand or acceptance of the Company's products are forward-looking statements that involve risks and uncertainties. These uncertainties could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from those indicated by such forward-looking statements and include reliance on government clients; risks associated with government contracting; risks involved in managing government projects; legislative changes and political developments; opposition from government unions; challenges resulting from growth; adverse publicity; and legal, economic, and other risks detailed in Exhibit 99.1 to the Company's most recent Annual Report filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission (file number 001 12997).
CONTACTS: Lisa Miles (Investor)
800-MAXIMUS x11637
Rachael Rowland (Media)
800-MAXIMUS x11688