What Phillips Connect does

Phillips Connect Technologies, LLC is a private smart trailer telematics company headquartered in Irvine, California, and a member of the Phillips family of companies. It builds an integrated platform that combines hardware gateways (Smart7 nosebox, SolarNet, StealthNet, AssetTrac, EZTrac), a sensor ecosystem (TPMS, ABS fault, light-out, temperature, and AI-powered CargoVision cameras), and the Connect1 cloud software to give enterprise trucking fleets real-time visibility into trailer location, tire and brake health, cargo status, and utilization. The platform also includes role-specific applications such as DriverAssist (in-cab), TechAssist (technician install/diagnostics), JumpStart, and the TrailerID automated tractor-trailer pairing system, and is designed to address a substantial portion of CSA compliance violations as well as detention billing and inventory optimization.

The company sells to large fleet operators, trailer rental and leasing companies, and flatbed operators primarily through direct enterprise field sales, supplemented by channel partnerships through the Geotab Marketplace, the Platform Science Virtual Vehicle Marketplace, and McLeod Software TMS integration. Revenue is generated through three streams: hardware sales of gateways and sensors, recurring Connect1 SaaS subscriptions, and integration/professional services tied to partner deployments. Pricing is custom and quote-based, structured around multi-year enterprise contracts, and the platform is positioned as trailer-centric rather than tractor-centric, differentiating from broader fleet telematics competitors.

Phillips Connect has been aggressively expanding its ecosystem since 2024, with partnerships covering Platform Science (in-cab integration), Hendrickson (TIREMAAX tire/wheel-end data), McLeod (TMS workflows), and a 2026 wave of integrations with Emergency Safety Solutions, Bendix, and Maxon, alongside multiple new product launches (TrailerID, SolarNet 8000 Series, JumpStart, People Detection, Driver Behavior Insights). The company achieved ISO 27001 certification in February 2025, is recognized as a key player in the global trailer telematics market alongside Samsara, Geotab, and ORBCOMM, and has been featured on Heavy Duty Trucking's Top 20 Products list in both 2020 and 2021. Leadership includes founder Rob Phillips (also CEO of parent Phillips Industries), President and General Manager Mark Wallin, and VP of Customer Experience Jessica Smith.

Name

Phillips Connect

Legal name

Phillips Connect Technologies, LLC

Website

https://phillips-connect.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2017

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Phillips Connect builds smart trailer telematics for enterprise trucking fleets, combining hardware gateways and sensors with the Connect1 cloud platform to deliver real-time visibility into trailer location, tire and brake health, and cargo status.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trailer Telematics

NAICS

Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821)

SIC

Computer Communications Equipment (3576), Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Fleet Tracking, Mapping & Real-Time Location Services (RTLS) (TLAEAFAD)

akta.pro secondary industries

Data Platforms, APIs & System Integrations for Connected Fleets (TLAEAFAN), Data Integration, APIs & Telematics Data Platforms (TLABAJAM), Telematics, GPS Tracking & Connected Fleet Services (THADAKAF)

Keywords

• Trailer telematics
• Smart trailer solutions
• Fleet management software
• Asset tracking devices
• Tire pressure monitoring

Headquarters

HQ city

Irvine

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Technology or R&D, Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Hardware Sales: Sale of physical devices including Smart7 gateways, SolarNet, StealthNet, AssetTrac, EZTrac, and various sensors (TPMS, brake sensors, light sensors, cargo sensors). Hardware is sold directly and through channel partners.
2. Platform/SaaS Subscriptions: Connect1 platform subscription providing software access, analytics, dashboards, and cloud-based fleet management capabilities. Subscription-based recurring revenue model.
3. Integration Services: Integration fees for embedding smart trailer data into TMS platforms like McLeod Software, and marketplace distribution through Geotab and Platform Science.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Phillips Connect develops and sells smart trailer telematics technology for commercial trucking fleets, combining proprietary hardware gateways (Smart7, SolarNet, StealthNet, AssetTrac, EZTrac), an ecosystem of sensors (TPMS, CargoVision, ABS fault code, light out detection), and the cloud-based Connect1 software platform. The integrated solution provides real-time visibility into trailer location, tire health, brake status, cargo content, and asset utilization for enterprise fleet operators.

Product overview

Phillips Connect offers a comprehensive smart trailer technology platform built around the Connect1 fleet management dashboard and Smart7 gateway hardware. The platform integrates multiple hardware devices (Smart7, SolarNet, StealthNet, AssetTrac, EZTrac) with sensor modules (TPMS, CargoVision, ABS Fault Code, Light Out Detection, Remote PreCheck) and software applications (TechAssist, DriverAssist, JumpStart, TrailerID). The ecosystem enables real-time monitoring of trailer location, tire health, brake systems, cargo status, and door events, with AI-powered volumetric cargo measurements through CargoVision. All data flows into the Connect1 platform for unified fleet visibility and operational decision-making.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Connect1: Fleet telematics and fleet management platform designed specifically for smart trailers, all in one dashboard.
• TechAssist
• DriverAssist
• JumpStart
• CargoVision
• TrailerID
• Smart7
• SolarNet
• StealthNet
• AssetTrac
• EZTrac

Products and services

• Connect1 Platform Cloud-based fleet telematics and fleet management platform for smart trailers, providing a unified dashboard for real-time visibility into trailer location, health, and utilization across the entire fleet. Designed for enterprise fleet operators, maintenance teams, and dispatchers.
• Smart7 Gateway Flagship integrated cellular gateway, GPS tracker, and sensor hub all-in-one nosebox device for trailers. Installs in 30 minutes, IP67 rated, and powers remote pre-trip checks and sensor connectivity for smart trailer monitoring.
• SolarNet Solar-powered GPS tracking device with dual mounting options and extended battery capacity. Provides location tracking, cargo detection, and tire health monitoring with integrated 4G-LTE cellular connectivity.
• StealthNet Covert GPS tracking device designed for discreet installation on trailers. IP67 rated for harsh conditions with easy installation and monitoring capabilities.
• AssetTrac High-performance peel and stick tracking device suitable for monitoring containers, trailers, and heavy equipment in any environment.
• EZTrac Covert tracking device available in standard, HW hard-wired, and HE variants with easy installation and reliable real-time updates for various asset types.
• TPMS (Tire Pressure Monitoring System) Wireless tire pressure and temperature monitoring sensor that reduces CSA violations, maximizes fuel efficiency, and reduces braking distance. Reports every three minutes with immediate alerts for pressure changes.
• CargoVision AI-powered cargo monitoring system with forward-facing camera that captures images on demand, motion-triggered events, and door events. Provides volumetric measurements to predict cargo fill levels and unload times.
• ABS Fault Code Detection PLC reader for ABS trailer brake ECU data that sends ABS fault codes, trailer VIN, ABS miles, and fault lamp status, eliminating the need for manual troubleshooting.
• Light Out Detection Trailer exterior LED monitoring sensor that reports brake, license plate, turn, and marker light status with integrated short-circuit protection.
• TechAssist Mobile application for trailer technicians to verify smart trailer installations, diagnose issues, and maximize uptime through guided workflows that ensure each sensor, gateway, and communication hub is connected and reporting.
• DriverAssist In-cab application providing drivers with real-time visibility into trailer health, tire performance, and cargo status. Allows drivers to verify connections, detect issues, and prevent breakdowns.
• JumpStart Platform feature that expands trailer intelligence capabilities, enabling fleets to capture operational data beyond basic GPS tracking including cargo activity, brake systems, tire health, liftgate performance, and driver behavior.
• TrailerID Automated trailer identification system that confirms trailer connections at hookup by detecting the physical tractor-trailer connection, eliminating manual driver input and improving compliance, dispatch, and billing accuracy.
• SolarNet 8000 Series Solar-powered GPS tracking device combining location, cargo, and tire health data into one unified smart trailer solution. Replaces multiple components with a single device.

Quantifiable outcome

• Nussbaum Transportation extended trailer useful life from 10 to 15 years (50% increase)
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

AI capability3 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

Eight partnerships are on record, tiered key and core.

• Emergency Safety SolutionskeyTechnology or Integration · 15 March 2026Equipment partner for roadside safety intelligence enhancements. Integration with Phillips Connect platform provides fleets with deeper operational insights into critical trailer systems.
• MaxonkeyTechnology or Integration · 15 March 2026Equipment partner for liftgate intelligence integrations. Part of platform enhancements across roadside, brake, and liftgate systems announced at TMC Annual Meeting.
• Platform Science (Connected Vehicle Lab)keyGTM or Marketing Partner · 11 March 2026Strategic partner in Platform Science's 2026 Connected Vehicle Lab North American roadshow. 53-foot mobile demo trailer showcasing connected fleet technology across North America at major industry events.
• McLeod SoftwarecoreTechnology or Integration · 22 January 2026Integration bringing real-time smart trailer data—including trailer health, location, and cargo status—directly into McLeod's TMS workflows for planning, dispatch, and execution. Includes AI-powered CargoVision for volumetric measurements. Early adopters reporting tangible benefits.
• HendricksonkeyTechnology or Integration · 23 October 2025Integration expanding smart trailer platform to include tire and wheel-end management data from Hendrickson's TIREMAAX PRO, PRO LB, and TIREMAAX TPMS systems. Enables real-time tire health monitoring for fleets.
• Platform SciencecoreTechnology or Integration · 8 October 2024Partnership brings Phillips Connect's DriverAssist, delivering actionable trailer insights such as tractor-trailer pairing and TPMS directly into the cab through Platform Science's Virtual Vehicle platform. Enhances driver satisfaction and streamlines fleet operations.
• GeotabcoreTechnology or Integration · 18 October 2022StealthNet and SolarNet asset tracking solutions available through Geotab Marketplace Order Now program. Fully integrated with MyGeotab platform. Partnership began in 2019. Enables customers to procure solutions with 'Add to Cart' functionality.
• Bendix Commercial Vehicle SystemskeyTechnology or IntegrationEquipment partner for brake system integrations. Bendix ABS data integrated into Phillips Connect smart trailer platform for enhanced brake health monitoring.

Scale indicators7 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Samsara: Samsara is a leading public fleet telematics platform offering trailer tracking, asset gateways, TPMS, and AI-based safety as part of a broader enterprise IoT suite. It directly competes with Phillips Connect on trailer visibility and sensor modules while bundling tractor and driver functionality.
• Geotab: Geotab is a major fleet telematics provider with a marketplace (MyGeotab) through which Phillips Connect's StealthNet and SolarNet are sold. It directly competes on GPS tracking and asset visibility and serves the same enterprise trucking customer base.
• ORBCOMM: ORBCOMM is a specialist in trailer and asset telematics with its own hardware and SaaS, often used by intermodal and dry van fleets. It directly competes with Phillips Connect in trailer tracking, cold chain, and sensor modules, and is listed alongside Phillips Connect as a major market player.
• Trimble Transportation: Trimble's transportation segment provides fleet and trailer management, telematics, and TMS solutions to enterprise trucking. It competes with Phillips Connect in the same buyer accounts, often as a broader platform incumbent.
• Verizon Connect: Verizon Connect offers fleet management, GPS tracking, and asset visibility solutions for commercial fleets. It directly competes with Phillips Connect on trailer telematics as part of an integrated fleet suite.
• ZF Group (WABCO / ZF Openmatics): ZF's commercial vehicle division, including the WABCO trailer systems business, provides trailer telematics and brake/ABS integrations. It competes with Phillips Connect in OEM-grade trailer intelligence and is a recognized major market player in the space.
• Schmitz Cargobull (TrailerConnect): Schmitz Cargobull's TrailerConnect telematics suite offers factory-fit trailer tracking and sensor modules, mainly in Europe. It is a direct trailer telematics peer and a recognized major market player cited alongside Phillips Connect in industry research.
• Webfleet (Bridgestone): Webfleet, a Bridgestone company, provides commercial fleet telematics including vehicle and asset tracking. It competes with Phillips Connect for mid-market and enterprise fleet customers across North America and Europe.
• Motive (formerly KeepTruckin): Motive provides fleet management, ELD compliance, and equipment tracking for commercial fleets, including trailer visibility. It is a direct peer in the smart trailer and asset telematics market, particularly in the mid-market segment.

Broad incumbents

• Platform Science: Platform Science is an in-cab connected vehicle platform whose Virtual Vehicle Marketplace distributes Phillips Connect's DriverAssist. It is both a partner and a broader incumbent whose strategy could influence Phillips Connect's reach into the cab.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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