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Are You Still Using Excel to Keep Your Drivers Safe? It’s Time to Move On.

By Hadar Post

Are You Still Using Excel to Keep Your Drivers Safe? It’s Time to Move On.

The fleet safety landscape is changing fast—and so should your tools.

Manual spreadsheets and siloed systems may have worked a decade ago, but in 2025, they’re a liability. With commercial fleets under growing pressure to reduce accidents, cut costs, and improve driver retention, the industry is shifting. AI-powered video telematics, real-time insights, and integrated fleet platforms are the name of the game. Let’s look at these trends and what they can offer:

Video Telematics Adoption Is Surging

According to Berg Insight’s 6th Edition Video Telematics Report (April 2025), adoption is accelerating across North America and Europe. In North America, the installed base is projected to grow at an 18% CAGR, rising from 6.1 million units in 2024 to over 14 million by 2029. Europe follows closely behind, with 15.2% CAGR from a 1.6-million-unit base.

What’s fueling this growth?

  • Advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS)
  • Fatigue and distraction detection
  • Personalized, AI-driven coaching
  • Insurance-integrated safety platforms
  • OEM-embedded and unified fleet tech

Fleet leaders are no longer just collecting data—they’re using it to prevent accidents before they happen.

AI Isn’t the Future—It’s Now

AI adoption in fleet operations isn’t theoretical anymore—it’s happening, and it’s delivering results. According to Fleet News (June 2025), 93% of field service organizations have already partially implemented AI into their operations. The impact is substantial: 88% report improved asset uptime, reduced service costs, and stronger customer experiences. Another 75% report better first-time fix rates, and the majority expect AI to transform inventory management in the next 12 months.

This isn’t about replacing people—it’s about equipping teams with better tools. AI platforms like AskMila™ are changing how fleet leaders operate by giving them structured access to real-time insights. Instead of poring over reports, managers can ask natural-language questions like:

  • “Who are my safest drivers?”
  • “Which drivers are improving the most?”
  • “Which vehicles went underutilized last month?”

By making data accessible and actionable, AI is helping teams move faster, coach better, and prevent risks before they escalate.

Drivers Are On Board, Too

It’s not just leadership embracing change. Drivers themselves are more open to safety tech than ever before. A recent survey referenced in FleetPoint found that 67% of UK van and lorry drivers support the use of new technology to improve driving performance.

The reason? Today’s tools aren’t punitive—they’re personalized. Drivers receive feedback, recognition, and rewards based on their actual behavior. This shift from enforcement to enablement creates a culture where safety and performance go hand in hand. It also helps fleets retain their best drivers and support those who need improvement.

Prevent Accidents with the Power of Proactive Fleet Safety

If you’re still relying on Excel and rearview reporting to manage driver risk, you’re operating blind. The industry has moved on—from reactive to predictive, from manual to automated, from spreadsheets to smart platforms.

Don’t wait for the next incident to make a change.

Prevent accidents with the power of proactive fleet safety.