MiX by Powerfleet partners with Umsizi Fleet Management Solutions in the Eastern Cape

Port Elizabeth, South Africa – 30th July 2015 – MiX by Powerfleet, a leading global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions, has partnered with Umsizi Fleet Management Solutions (Pty) Ltd, a 100% black owned fleet management company, as part of the expansion of its channel partner network. This alliance makes Umsizi the company’s newest channel partner in the Eastern Cape region. MiX by Powerfleet has more than 130 channel partners globally, of which 18 are in South Africa.

Richard Coates, Sales Director at MiX by Powerfleet (South Africa) says: “This agreement not only sees the development of a partnership but  the launch of a fully-fledged fleet and mobile asset management company that offers the full range of MiX by Powerfleet solutions in the region. Through our enterprise development strategy and commitment to black economic empowerment, we saw Umsizi as a natural fit for the MiX by Powerfleet brand.  Together we embarked on a training process to equip Umsizi with the necessary skills and resources to effectively compete and remain competitive in the fleet management space and to ensure that the company’s service levels reflect that of the overall MiX by Powerfleet brand.”
Anele Pamba, Managing Director of Umsizi says: “As a former taxi boss and having been in the transport industry for over 20 years, I saw a gap in the market for a more localized, home-grown fleet management solutions provider within the Eastern Cape. MiX by Powerfleet is a global provider of comprehensive fleet management, driver safety and vehicle tracking solutions – but inherently a local company. This partnership will enable us to grow the business to its highest potential in both the public and private sectors. As we continue to fight unemployment as a country, I believe this cooperation enables us to play our part in creating and developing sustainable job opportunities.”

Umsizi will offer the MiX by Powerfleet portfolio to the region including products and services that provide fleets of all sizes with solutions for efficiency, safety, security and compliance. MiX by Powerfleet will continue to provide support and guidance where necessary but Umsizi will be 100% responsible for all operations in the region.

“Mr. Pamba is no stranger to running a successful business and has the relevant market expertise, specific to the Eastern Cape region. Having had very successful businesses within the transport and sporting industries, we know we have partnered with the right individual to lead and grow our network in the region. We will continue to support Umsizi as they’re still in the start-up phase, but I believe with Mr. Pamba’s leadership and expertise, the business is in great hands. This is an exciting time for MiX by Powerfleet to further extend our solutions into the Eastern Cape region with a trusted partner.” concludes Coates.

About Umsizi
Umsizi Fleet Management Solutions is based in the Eastern Cape and owned by Mr Anele Pamba. Umsizi, in partnership with MiX by Powerfleet, provides fleet management, driver safety and vehicle tracking solutions for fleets of all sizes. These advanced technology solutions enable clients in the public and private sector to enhance efficiencies, improve profitability and gain a competitive advantage over other fleet operators. The company specializes in devising bespoke solutions to meet specific business requirements with tailor-made software services to assist customers in maximizing the potential that telematics brings to businesses.

About MiX by Powerfleet
MiX by Powerfleet is a leading global provider of fleet and mobile asset management solutions delivered as SaaS to customers in over 120 countries. The company’s products and services provide enterprise fleets, small fleets and consumers with solutions for safety, efficiency, compliance and security. MiX by Powerfleet was founded in 1996 and has offices in South Africa, the United Kingdom, the United States, Uganda, Brazil, Australia and the United Arab Emirates as well as a network of more than 130 fleet partners world-wide. MiX by Powerfleet shares are publicly traded on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE: MIX) and on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: MIXT).