Digital Dockets & Real-Time Records — FAQ (Ireland)
Practical answers on moving from paper to digital dockets, finding records fast, speeding up invoicing and reducing disputes — plus how Hub360 gives fleets clean, auditable load histories with GPS and photo evidence.
Written for fleet owners, subcontractors and main contractors. Straight-talking, audit-friendly, and ready for tenders.
Frequently Asked Questions
Click to expand each answer. Irish context for construction logistics and aggregates haulage.
Q1: What are digital dockets — and why replace paper?
Digital dockets are electronic records of each load: who, what, where, and when — with GPS and photos. They’re easier to verify, can’t be misplaced like paper, and are ready to search or share in seconds during checks or disputes.
- Cleaner proof-of-work for clients and councils
- No scanning or filing at the end of the day
- Instant retrieval by date, project, vehicle or facility
Q2: How quickly can I find a docket or load record when a client asks?
With paper, it can take hours. With digital, it’s seconds. Search by project, vehicle, driver, date range, material, or destination and pull up the exact record — ready to view or share.
- Search filters match how you work on site
- Share read-only links or export evidence packs
- Close out queries while you’re still on the call
Q3: Can digital records really speed up invoicing and reduce disputes?
Yes. Disputes happen when records are missing or unclear. When every load is time-stamped and mapped — with a clean docket — approvals move faster and the back-and-forth drops away.
- Evidence is clear upfront — fewer queries later
- Invoices go out sooner with proof attached
- Less time on admin; more time on actual work
Q4: Does Hub360 replace my existing telematics or weighbridge systems?
No. Hub360 works alongside systems you already use. Telematics data helps calculate CO₂ per load and confirm movements; weighbridge tickets and facility records remain part of your evidence. Hub360 brings the pieces together at project level so they’re useful to clients.
- Keep using your telematics; add project context
- Make load records client- and audit-ready
- Export reports aligned to tenders and ESG needs
Q5: Are digital dockets acceptable for audits — and is the data secure?
Auditors and clients value digital records because they’re easier to verify and harder to alter. Good practice is role-based access, time-stamps, and exportable evidence. For privacy, ensure personal data is minimised and handled in line with GDPR.
- Time-stamped, verifiable records for each load
- Shareable exports for auditors and clients
- Governance: access control and GDPR-aware workflows