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Verizon Connect named Market Leader in commercial telematics
Verizon Connect has been recognized as a Leader in ABI Research's latest competitive ranking for commercial telematics.
Read moreVerizon Connect was honored as a Gold Stevie® Award winner in the 2026 American Business Awards® for driving industry innovation through proactive fleet intelligence in the large transportation category.
The American Business Awards are the U.S.A.'s premier business awards program. More than 3,700 nominations from individuals and organizations of all sizes and in virtually every industry were submitted this year for consideration.
Verizon Connect has fundamentally shifted fleet management from reactive monitoring to proactive intelligence. Key achievements highlighted in the winning nomination include:
- Generative AI Innovation: The launch of Operational Insights, a solution that automatically detects critical trends like abnormal idling and speeding, delivering natural-language summaries to managers without the need for manual data crunching.
- Advanced Safety Coaching: Sophisticated AI Video Coaching workflows that combine edge computing for real-time in-cab alerts with a cloud-based Video Analytics Engine (VAE) to reduce high-risk driving events.
- 360-Degree Visibility: The evolution of Extended View Cameras, which provide near-total visibility via rear, side, and cargo-mounted cameras to reduce blind spots and protect against false claims.
- Sustainability Leadership: An expanded EV Suitability Tool and Emission System Report that identify electrification candidates and track CO2 reductions to support corporate sustainability goals.
More than 230 professionals worldwide participated in the judging process to select this year’s Stevie Award winners.
"Organizations across the United States continue to set a high standard for innovation and performance," said Stevie Awards president Maggie Miller. "The breadth and quality of nominations submitted to The 2026 American Business Awards reflect a dynamic and competitive business environment, where organizations are finding new ways to drive growth, deliver value, and make an impact. We congratulate all of this year’s Stevie Award winners and look forward to celebrating their accomplishments at our awards ceremony in New York."
About Verizon Connect
Verizon Connect is a leading provider of fleet management and telematics solutions, helping businesses of all sizes—from small businesses and government entities to large enterprises—improve safety, efficiency, and compliance. By fusing the unparalleled reach of the Verizon network with advanced AI, Verizon Connect delivers the operational visibility and connected data insights needed to automate and scale operations. Their integrated suite of innovations, including AI-driven video telematics and fleet analytics, empowers businesses to protect their reputations and unlock their full potential while ensuring every driver returns home safely.