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title: Forklift Telematics for Any Make or Model | Clark SMART
description: Clark Smart forklift telematics system helps you improve fleet management and can be installed on any forklift. Optimize your fleet, track forklifts by GPS
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# [Forklift Telematics for Any Make or Model | Clark SMART](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/forklift-telematics-clark-smart)

 Written by [Dan Livingston](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/author/dan-livingston) | December 5, 2024 at 2:33 PM

**#1 You like solving mysteries**, such as:

- How long has that dent been there?
- Why didn’t the operators mention this truck needs service?
- Where is my XYZ forklift?

**#2 You Like Doing Things The Old Fashioned Way*****  
***Collecting data manually is time-consuming, and it doesn’t give you the full picture. A telematics system puts equipment data at your fingertips and delivers insights into driver behavior you can’t get any other way.

**#3 Your Equipment Isn't Equipped with Telematic Devices**  
[Clark’s SMART telematics](https://www.clarkmhc.com/all-forklifts/clark-smart-telematics/) can be installed on any forklift, regardless of make, model, or age. It can even be used on mixed fleets across multiple locations. Here’s what the platform includes:

## Clark SMART Telematics

Clark SMART includes:

- Driver Behavior Reports
- Performance Metrics
- GPS Tracking
- Equipment Utilization Reports
- Service History
- Maintenance Notifications
- Impact Alerts

Every Clark SMART unit can use both cellular (mobile data) and WiFi. Get real time updates on your:

- Smartphone
- Tablet
- Laptop
- or Desktop Computer

Clark SMART **telematic units can be attached to virtually any forklift** or material handling equipment — even electric pallet jacks. There are no monthly fees, and installation takes two hours or less.

As mentioned above, Clark SMART can be used on mixed fleets across multiple locations. The system is very easy to use, but our team will make sure you have everything set up just the way you want it. 

The Clark SMART system also integrates seamlessly with an AI camera system. Advanced sensors detect reflective tape on high-visibility safety gear, transforming standard high-vis vests into an active pedestrian detection solution for forklifts and other mobile equipment.

## A Forklift Telematics System Quickly Pays for Itself

The upfront cost shouldn’t be a barrier to using telematics. We can help you calculate how quickly Clark SMART pays for itself through:

**Reduced Downtime**:

- Monitor Battery Health
- Receive Impact Alerts
- Track Maintenance

**Improved Safety and Compliance**:

- Make Pre-Operation Inspections Mandatory
- Digitize Checklists
- Display Key Metrics on 7” Touchscreen
- Monitor Driver Behavior
- Restrict Access  
  (require a PIN, RFID card or badge to unlock the vehicle)

**Fleet Optimization:**

- [Right-Size Your Fleet](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/how-many-forklifts-do-i-need-right-sizing-forklift-fleet)
- Maximize Utilization
- Avoid Overage Fees on Rentals and Leases
- Vehicle History (up to 5 Years)

## Forklift Telematics Installation and Customization Made Easy

The experts at Mid Columbia Forklift and MidCo Material Handling make getting started with telematics easy. If you’re already using telematics and simply want to consolidate into one system, we can help with that too. 

Questions? Let us know how we can help. We take pride in providing world-class service and equipment for our customers. [Contact us online](https://www.midcoforklift.com/contact) or by phone:

**Auburn **253-854-5438  
**Pasco **509-547-7413  
**Wenatchee **509-663-9009  
**Yakima **509-457-5137

**Further Reading**  
[The Best Taylor Dunn Vehicles for Warehouses](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/taylor-dunn-seattle-puget-sound-yakima-tri-cities)  
[Top Ways to Reduce Downtime in Your Warehouse](https://www.midcoforklift.com/blog/top-ways-to-reduce-downtime-in-your-warehouse)  
[Warehouse Solutions for Washington State](https://www.midcoforklift.com/warehouse-equipment-and-products)

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