Imagine cutting your fleet’s fuel costs by over $140,000 annually. Sound ambitious? For waste operators facing rising operational costs and tighter margins, these kinds of savings aren’t just possible — they’re a reality with the right technology.
At CameraMatics, we make it happen. Our video telematics, driver behavior, and fleet management solutions help waste fleets reduce costs, improve safety, and operate more efficiently. Let’s take a closer look.
Rising cost pressures: controlling budgets without compromising service
The financial landscape for waste management operators is under intense pressure with volatile fuel and insurance costs, is squeezing profit margins more than ever.
Fuel consumption adds another layer of complexity. Heavy-duty waste trucks operate in tough conditions — stop-start routes, heavy payloads, extended idling — all of which drive up usage and maintenance needs. Keeping ageing vehicles roadworthy only adds to the expense.
CameraMatics helps operators address these pressures head-on. Our real-time vehicle monitoring gives fleet managers insight into fuel use and driver behavior, flagging inefficient habits like excessive idling or harsh braking. With this data, operators can coach drivers toward safer, more economical driving styles — reducing fuel spend without cutting corners on service delivery.
Waste not, want not: turning telematics data into real savings
Let’s talk numbers. A typical diesel garbage truck holds around 160 gallons of fuel. With current diesel prices averaging $3.47 per gallon, a full tank costs approximately $555.
Telematics systems often deliver fuel savings of 10–13%. Even a conservative 10% reduction in fuel use would save about $55 per refill. That might not seem like much, but across a fleet of 50 trucks, refueling once a week, that translates to a potential annual saving of over $143,000 — just by eliminating inefficient driving behaviors.
And the benefits don’t stop at fuel savings. Our predictive maintenance tools help operators avoid expensive breakdowns by identifying mechanical issues before they escalate. This means fewer unexpected repairs, reduced downtime, and extended vehicle lifespans — a major advantage when a new diesel garbage truck can cost between $200,000 and $350,000, and premium or electric models can exceed $500,000.
This is where savings become a strategy — turning operational data into long-term value.
Increased visibility and smarter alerts: supporting drivers in complex environments
Safety isn’t just a regulatory box to tick — it’s a daily reality for waste crews navigating tight city streets, blind spots, and pedestrian-heavy zones in vehicles with limited visibility.
No matter the vehicle type, CameraMatics fleet safety solutions can be installed across your entire fleet, providing 360° camera coverage, AI-powered alerts for vulnerable road users (VRUs), and live video feeds. Custom in-cab notifications give drivers the time and space to react — helping to prevent incidents before they happen. This is especially valuable in blind spots, low light conditions – for the early rising bin men – or congested city centers where risk is highest.
Rear-facing cameras also improve safety during bin lifting, giving operators full visibility into loading procedures and crew activity. This reduces incidents, improves compliance, and provides instant access to evidence in the event of a claim.
It’s all about empowering drivers while giving operators real-time oversight of what’s happening on the ground.
Diverse fleets and urban complexity: navigating a new normal
Modern waste fleets are rarely uniform. From large garbage trucks to roll-off and hook-lift trucks, semi-trailers, and support vans, operators must juggle a diverse range of vehicles across varying routes and collection needs.
Urban environments complicate this further. With congestion charges, low-emission zones and pedestrianization on the rise, operators must match the right vehicle to the right job — or risk fines, delays, and higher running costs.
That’s where data becomes decisive. By analyzing telematics insights like fuel use, mileage and route performance, CameraMatics helps operators identify which areas can be served by compact bin trucks or electric vehicles — reducing emissions, lowering costs, and preserving fleet condition.
It’s not just about compliance — it’s about adapting fast to a changing cityscape and working smarter.
Complete visibility, complete control: Optimized routing, GPS tracking and geofencing
As complexity increases, so does the need for clear coordination. That’s why CameraMatics provides real-time GPS tracking, geofencing, and intelligent route analytics to give you full visibility of every vehicle — all day, every day.
“The reason that we wanted CameraMatics was that it is real-time, it’s over air and we can see the trucks from the minute they go out in the morning until they come back in the yard in the evening.”
— Vincent McCarthy, Mr. Binman
With live fleet tracking and geofencing, you’ll know when vehicles enter or leave designated areas — improving route compliance, reducing unauthorized use, and enabling faster response if issues arise.
Our analytics tools also support smarter routing. By reviewing route history and traffic trends, you can fine-tune journeys to cut down on fuel use and run more efficient, streamlined operations – from the first pick up to the last.
Bridging the digital divide: transforming fleet management through technology
Despite the tech available today, many waste management operators still rely on paper-based systems for inspections, compliance, and route planning — leading to extra admin hours, human error, inefficiency, and increased risk of fines or service delays.
CameraMatics closes that gap with a fully digital platform. Our interactive digital checklists — available via the mobile app — streamline key tasks like daily vehicle walkarounds and defect reporting, supporting your fleet to stay inspection-ready and aligned with FMCSA regulations and safety standards. It’s also worth noting, they are fully customizable and can be used for any given task such as PPE or first aid checks.
Driver hours, license verifications, insurance status, and training certifications are all logged automatically, giving operators a single source of truth for compliance and reducing the administrative burden.
This digital leap removed hours of admin work, helping operators work faster, safer, and more accurately.
Tackling driver shortages and boosting retention with a safety focus
Of course, none of this matters without drivers. Retaining a skilled workforce is a growing challenge across the waste sector — driver shortages are an industry-wide concern, leading to recruitment costs, training gaps, and service disruptions.
Safety plays a central role in solving this. CameraMatics helps protect and empower drivers through coaching, real-time feedback on behaviours like speeding or harsh braking, and instant alerts during risky conditions. Driver scores make performance visible and trackable — encouraging safer habits while giving operators the tools to recognize and reward professionalism behind the wheel.
By fostering a safer working environment and reducing stress on the road, operators can improve job satisfaction, reduce turnover, and build a more loyal, confident team. Together, these measures drive higher job satisfaction and help retain skilled drivers.
Proof of work: building transparency and customer trust
Keeping your drivers happy and engaged is vital, but maintaining customer trust and accountability is equally important. Clear evidence of service delivery isn’t just good practice; it’s how you prevent disputes and strengthen client relationships. We know missed bin collections and service disputes are common headaches for waste operators. Without clear evidence, resolving these complaints can time consuming and often damages customer trust.
With CameraMatics, you get undeniable proof of service. Our high-definition video combined with our GPS tracking means you can quickly verify whether bins were collected as scheduled. This transparency reduces the amount of call-backs, speeds up complaint resolution, and helps your customer service team build unwavering trust in your operations.
“Thanks to the camera systems, we can check, investigate and come back to either a member of the public, third party, or customer, and give them feedback and video evidence, letting them know who is responsible for the incident.”
— Jagoda Moore, Transport Manager, Thorntons
This visibility supports customer service teams, reduces callbacks, and helps build long-term trust in your operations.
Future-proof your waste fleet with CameraMatics
Waste management is a demanding industry — but with the right tools, it’s one full of opportunity.
CameraMatics helps operators adapt to rising costs, changing regulations, and growing safety expectations with technology that drives real results. From optimizing diverse fleets and supporting drivers to delivering transparent, data-backed service, we help waste operations thrive in any environment. Ready to transform your waste management operations? Let’s make it happen.
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