PeopleNet Creates Four Business Lines, Names Kessler Head of Trucking Division

Onboard truck technology provider PeopleNet is organizing its operations into four newly developed business lines — trucking, energy services, video intelligence and channels/original equipment manufacturers.

PeopleNet has appointed Mark Kessler as general manager of the new trucking unit, the largest of the four divisions.

He will lead the unit as it serves nearly 2,500 fleet customers and work to develop products and services for the industry.

“We see great opportunities in the current marketplace, with adoption of mobile technology at record pace,” Kessler said in the Jan. 14 announcement. “I’m looking forward to closely collaborating with the leaders of PeopleNet’s energy services, OEM and video divisions, as well as other Trimble leaders dedicated to transportation and logistics.”

PeopleNet, which is part of Trimble Navigation Ltd., said it will name other divisional general managers soon.

“We’re excited about the organizational changes we’ve made at PeopleNet,” company President said Brian McLaughlin said. “They will help our team members to be tightly aligned within key areas for our clients so they can further provide top-quality products and services specific to industry needs.”

PeopleNet unveiled plans to launch a video-based safety system during its August user conference. The company said that system will provide drivers with “surround vision” via cameras positioned around the tractor and trailer.