Fatigue and distraction are among the most difficult risks for fleet operators to manage. They can develop quickly, may not be obvious to the driver, and can have serious consequences before anyone else has an opportunity to intervene.
Guardian by Seeing Machines is designed to change that – combining intelligent driver monitoring with 24/7 human intervention to identify emerging risk and support drivers in real time.
Using the same automotive-grade technology found in more than 8 million cars worldwide, Guardian assesses indicators such as driver alertness, eye gaze and attention in real time. When signs of fatigue or distraction are detected, in-cab alerts prompt drivers to refocus and take action, helping them recognise risky behaviours and develop strategies to manage them.
What makes Guardian truly unique is its combination of intelligent driver monitoring with 24/7 human monitoring and intervention – helping fleets save time, money and lives. Trained analysts at the Guardian Centre work around the clock to review and classify risky driving events, notifying fleet managers within minutes of a confirmed fatigue event. This enables fleets to respond in the way that works best for them, providing an additional layer of support for drivers when it matters most.
The approach is scientifically proven to reduce fatigue-related driving events by more than 94%, which is why Guardian is trusted by more than 1,200 fleets globally.
Crucially, Guardian provides actionable data beyond the individual event. Through Guardian Live, fleet and safety teams can identify trends, understand where risk is occurring and use this information to support a more proactive approach to driver safety.
And it’s already making a difference across UK fleets and transport operations like Air Liquide, ALDI, and Croydon Tramlink.
From detecting risk and supporting drivers to giving fleets the tools to act, Guardian brings intelligent technology, human intervention and actionable data together to help prevent incidents before they occur.
Because safer fleets aren’t just about managing what happened – they’re about identifying risk early and taking action before it’s too late.
