Managing Hours of Service (HOS) is about more than just compliance and meeting regulations. It’s about making sure your fleet operates smoothly, efficiently, and safely. That’s why IntelliShift is upgrading our legacy HOS feature in favor of HOS with In The Field (HOS with ITF)—a modernized, more intuitive solution built for the evolving needs of today’s fleets. This update includes the mobile In The Field app, allowing drivers to track HOS on the go, or “in the field,” as the name suggests, with their smartphone or tablet.  

With the legacy HOS feature set to retire on December 16, 2024, it’s time to get familiar with HOS with ITF and discover how it’s designed to make your day-to-day operations easier. 

Why Hours of Service Matters 

HOS rules are all about keeping drivers—and everyone else on the road—safe. The Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) sets limits by regulating how much consecutive time a driver can be on the road before taking a break. The goal? Preventing accidents caused by fatigue and keeping your team sharp behind the wheel. 

Here’s what it boils down to: 

1. Driving Limits: There are strict rules regarding the number of hours drivers can spend on the road each day and week.  
2. Rest Requirements: Drivers are required to take regular breaks to recharge and stay safe.  
3. Recordkeeping: Using tools like IntelliShift’s HOS solution, drivers log hours to ensure they are compliant. 

By following HOS rules, you’re not just ticking boxes for compliance—you’re making sure your drivers get the rest they need, minimizing risks, and keeping your fleet running smoothly and safely. 

What is IntelliShift’s HOS with In The Field? 

HOS with ITF is IntelliShift’s solution designed to help your fleet stay safe, efficient, and compliant, regardless of what type of fleet you manage. When your driver is on the road, HOS with ITF offers real-time insights and a familiar, easy-to-use experience—because compliance shouldn’t be complicated.  

Here’s what you can expect from IntelliShift’s new HOS with ITF: 

• Enhanced Navigation: The web and mobile interfaces have been designed to provide a seamless experience, meaning less time navigating the system and more time focused on what matters.  
• Advanced Reporting: Clear reporting provides real-time insights into your fleet’s performance. No more digging through complex data—just the insights you need to make data-driven decisions quickly.  
• Flexible Device Options: HOS with ITF supports portrait mode, giving your employees more flexibility in how they use their devices. Whether they’re in the cab or on the move, the system adapts to their work environment.  
• Expanded Access Options: Gain more control over which of your operators have access to which features and data. This helps ensure that employees only have access to the data and functionality related to their roles.  
• A Better Mobile Experience: The mobile app integrates both Logbook and Inspect functions so operators can manage their HOS and asset inspections in a single simplified place. 

Ready to Take Control of Your Fleet’s Future? 

With HOS with ITF, managing compliance and optimizing your fleet has never been easier. But why stop there? Discover how you can streamline your entire fleet operation with actionable insights and real-time data—all from one dashboard. 

Download Your Guide to Fleet, Operational, and Safety Dashboards That Deliver Results to learn how you can better use data from inspections to plan maintenance, optimize fuel usage with telematics, leverage AI dash cams to improve driver behavior, and more.