Biography
From illegal ivory and luxury chocolate bars to perfumes and packets of cigarettes, I’ve had a lot of fun working out how to track a wide range of objects around the world. The creative challenge is enjoyable, but the reality always needs to be kept front of mind — my clients approach me with a serious problem to be solved and apart from thinking tracking technology may solve it, they have no idea how to go about it.
Working with various organisations, companies and police departments using GPS trackers as part of covert intelligence or corporate investigations I have gained significant experience of implementing GPS tracking technology.
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Brief Timeline of Major Developments / Projects
2003 A stolen handbag starts a series of events leading to establishing the first specialist GPS tracking business in UK. Located manufacturer of small tracking device, primarily aimed at the hunting market to be used as a dog tracker. Began development of PC and Compaq iPAQ hand-held tracking and mapping platform based on Tom Tom mapping, various GSM modems and microsoft.net
2003 – 2005 Projects with UK government. Supplied tracking solutions to various civilian commercial organisations operating in Iraq and Afghanistan. Included solving expensive equipment thefts in Iraq by repurposing Inmarsat terminals that were primarily developed for the shipping industry
2006 – 2010 Consultancy with multiple East African governments on container security projects working with partners and suppliers of RFID, X-Ray scanning and finance initiatives. Sales of realtime vehicle tracking and container tracking technology in USA, Latin America, Middle East, Africa & Europe.
2010 – 2016 Saw the emergence of a need within the logistics market for realtime package tracking. Integrated small form factor hardware with A-GPS enhanced positioning technology into a simple easy to use solution with no monthly contracts called “Track In A Pack”. Built a network of websites to research single use and disposable tracking. Achieved multiple 1st page results on Google for ‘GPS tracking’ related searches. Sold 1000s of devices to organisations throughout the USA and Europe.
2017 – 2020 Worked with manufacturer of diver tracking and communicating technology in USA for special forces combat divers. Launched new tracking solution called mytrackingdevices.com. Tracked 1st class relics of Saint Pio on tour around churches in USA.
2020 US Election – provided tracking technology to ensure paper ballots arrived at polling stations.
2021 – 2024 Provided tracking solution to Covid vaccine distributors. Merged trackinapack and mytrackingdevices with Tive Inc. Helped launch Tive in UK and Ireland. Joined Frigga and helped with sales and marketing of cold chain tracking technology in UK and Ireland. Launched Strategic Tracking in March 2024.
In the media...
Matt Holland talks to Chris White about how supply chain disruption now requires new technical solutions that improve transparency and allow for immediate fixes.
Matthew Holland talks with Emma Murray of Meantime Communications as part of the Meet the Experts interviews. Matt looks at the emerging trends and where customers are in need of help.
Matthew Holland discusses AI and automation as well as the emergence of smart label technology.
In this episode, Matthew Holland talks with fellow guests regarding:
- What visibility and transparency tools can help companies adapt to new market scenarios?
- How are digital tools evolving to take us towards a more agile and resilient supply chain?
- How can you safeguard your global supply chain and strengthen it against future disruptions?
Testimonials
Strategic Tracking Insights
Understanding Bilby Conservation through Advanced Tracking Technology
Introduction In this episode of The Position Update podcast, host Matthew Holland explores the innovative use of tracking technology in the conservation […]
Where Eagles Dare – Tracking the Impact of the Invasion of Ukraine on Eagle Migration
Introduction In this episode, we delve into the remarkable journey of the endangered greater spotted eagles as they migrate through an active […]
June Product Announcements Reviewed – Tive Solo Lite and Roambee 5G Smart Label
Introduction In 2024, the logistics and supply chain industry continues to evolve with new tracking system innovations. In this episode of The […]
5 Reasons Why You Shouldn’t Use Apple Airtags for Shipment Tracking
In the last few weeks, I’ve heard from several contacts who had told me they were considering apple airtags as package or […]