Update to Geofence Experience
We have rolled out an update that significantly enhances the geofence experience. Previously, geofences were maintained within plugin or calculator configurations, leading to several issues:
- Updating a single geofence required updating the entire list of geofences.
- Sharing geofences between calculators was not possible.
To address these issues, we introduce a new geofence concept while retaining the old one.
Key Features of the New Geofence System
- Independent Entity: A geofence is now an independent entity characterized by an id, name, geometry (polygon, circle, or corridor), and metadata.
- Enhanced Integration: Geofences can be linked with various components such as plugins, calculators, or streams.
- Streams: Linked geofences enable selective message transmission within or outside designated geofences.
- Plugins: Linked geofences enrich message parameters with geofence names and metadata.
- Calculators: Linked geofences are utilized within selectors, validators, and counters.
Additional Features
- Grouping: Geofences can be organized into groups, similar to the grouping of devices.
- Access Management: Geofence access can be managed through ACLs.
- Subaccount Access: Access to geofences from unrelated subaccounts can be granted.
- Priority System: Geofences have a priority range from 0 to 100, with higher priority geofences being checked first in case of intersections.
This update enhances your telematics solution by incorporating robust geocoding functionality, improving usability, and enabling more flexible and powerful geofence management.
You can find more technical details here.
