Geofences

Learn all about Geofences by reading the feature spotlight.

What it is

A Geofence is a point or area on a map that can trigger events when a vehicle arrives or leaves a set location.

How it works

The Raven Connected platform offers two configuration options: point and polygon-based geofences. Point-based geofences provide the ability to deploy geofences around general areas quickly. Polygonal geofences enable free-form drawn shapes, where geofences require enhanced specificity. Both types will allow users to receive live notifications and create and manage reports based on the interaction of your vehicles. Identify job sites, city limits, or other areas of importance on the map to track when vehicles arrive/leave the location and know how long they were there.

Point-Based Geofence	Polygonal Geofence

From the ‘Geofences’ pop-out list on the left-hand side of the screen, users can identify the type and size of each geofence. Circles denote point-based geofences, while triangles represent polygons. Geofence sizes are categorized as follows, with corresponding circle or triangle sizes:

• Small: Smaller than 0.78 km²
• Medium: Bigger than or equal to 0.78 km²
• Large: Bigger than 3.14 km

How to use it

Point-Based Geofence

1. From the web app, select the 'Geofences' tab on the left-hand side, then select 'Add Geofence'.
2. Drag the map or search for the address where you would like to place the geofence.
3. To change the size of the geofence, click and drag the arrows.
4. Adjust geofence settings under the details panel, including name, color, expiration, notifications, and shape, then click 'Save Location'.

Polygonal Geofence

1. From the web app, select the ‘Geofences’ tab on the left-hand side, then select ‘Add Geofence’.
2. Switch the type of geofence by selecting ‘Polygon’.
3. Drag the map or search the address where you would like to place the geofence.
4. Click anywhere on the map to begin drawing your geofence. Each click will add a new point to your geofence, if you need to restart the shape click the garbage can icon to the right of your screen. Once satisfied with your shape select enter/return on your keyboard.
5. To adjust or delete a vertex, select one of the polygon’s points. Click and drag to modify its position, or click the trash can icon to remove the vertex.
6. Adjust geofence settings under the details panel including name, color, expiration, and notifications then click ‘Save Location’.

Edit a Geofence

1. Click on the geofence from the list.
2. Select the ‘Edit Location’ button.
3. Adjust any settings following the same instructions as above.
4. Select ‘Save Location’.

Notes

• Polygonal Geofence points must not intersect. If intersections occur, an error will be generated, preventing you from saving the Geofence.
• Recommended area size should be a minimum of 0.0314 km², areas smaller could result in erroneous notification if cellular signal strength is weak.
• Geofence areas cannot be created if they are smaller than 0.00282 km².