The Road to Women's Safe Commute

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The road to women’s safe commute

Women hold up half the sky! The powerful statement affirms that women prove to be second to none in various fields. Yes, it is a fact that we should be proud of, 30% of the urban workforce of the nation is women employees. Yet, even in the 21st century, there are many safety concerns faced by the women, especially during the late-night commute. Despite these challenges, a considerable number of women are opting for late light shifts in our country due to various reasons.
Prolonged commute time and job pressures adversely affect the much-needed balance between work and life. Female workforce often feels discouraged with the lack of a safe commute option. Women safety and security in India still remain in the dark. How to balance the safety ecosystem for women employees? Let’s open up our eyes and work on the safety issues faced by women.
‘Knowing’ is the first step towards the safety of women. Here are a few things that every woman should be aware of,
·         Rights and remedies in case of any misconduct during commute
·         Employer agreement for safe transportation for female employees
·         Best practices to be followed on boarding or inside the cab/shuttle
·         Safety habits before leaving home or workplace for e.g. charging your mobile
·         Planning your daily commute is important to stay safe
·         Basic self-defence to protect yourself from strangers
·         Usage of on-the-go safety products in your handbag
·         A safety app on your mobile phone can be your protector

Creating a safe environment for women with technology!
Travelling solo at night is not a safe practice for women, even if it is a company provided transportation women needs to stay alert and safe. Technology is drastically changing the world which helps us to stay in a connected loop. Smarter infrastructure and hi-tech solutions are driving a better road to women safety.  There are many innovative solutions available today that bolsters road safety avoiding women safety issues.
Safety apps can be a perfect tool for women to stay brave and confident. Staying connected with your family and friends has become easy with the smart apps.

We provide you with a safe commute...
The brand-new product Asti Fleet Management (AFM) is an employee tracking software which makes the daily commute safer for corporate employees. The amazing GPS technology integrated with the employee transportation system keeps track of employees in transit and safeguard them. AFM app assists employees to track the cab/shuttle in real-time, connect with family and friends and ride safely without any plights.
The advanced GPS tracking system offers magnificent features which can be accessed on the go. Our app follows the best practices which ensure a safe commute to the female workforce. Here are the features of the ultimate safety app;
·         Live monitoring prevents over speeding and route deviation
·         Ad-hoc cab request can be made in case of any emergencies
·         Pickup and drop of women employees at their doorstep safely
·         Female employees are picked up after and dropped before a male rider
·         Escorts are assigned to guard female employees during night shifts
·         Women employees can report any untoward incident with the Panic button/SOS alert
·         Share the location to their family and friends
·         Individual SMS for employees with cab, driver and contact details along with ETA (Estimated Time of Arrival) before boarding
·         Admin can track the details of employees travelling in late hours along with the cab, co-passengers and the driver details
·         Background verification of the driver and escort
·         Dedicated control room or help-desk for 24/7 support
·         Employees can send their feedback regarding the ride

“Safety First is Safety Always...”
AFM is a trustworthy app for corporates which allows women employees to travel at any time confidently, keeping their close ones know about their whereabouts. If there is a dedicated app that can track every movement of the employee, then you can keep your worries at bay. With our safe and reliable solution, you can provide your employees with a safe and happy ride.
Every time a woman steps out in the late-night, she feels a stab of fear. In such a scenario, a smartphone loaded with the security app can be a protector that can safeguard women in any uncertainties. Safety is a necessity and not an option for women. A handy app can always ensure better road safety and act as a shield from dangers.






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