At Securex 2025, Powerfleet in Africa didn’t just exhibit technology — they delivered a new vision for what security means in a rapidly changing world.
Greg Naicker, VP of Operations for Powerfleet in Africa, to discuss how the company is extending the definition of security beyond traditional infrastructure and into the realm of real-time, mobile asset intelligence.
“Security Can No Longer Be Static”
“When you hear the word security, most people still imagine fences, gates, and physical infrastructure,” began Naicker during the conversation at the Powerfleet booth.
“But for PowerFleet, security is so much more. It’s about drivers. It’s about cargo. It’s about every moving part in your business that operates beyond four walls.”
This evolving mindset was front and center throughout Securex 2025, as Powerfleet showcased its integrated technology ecosystem that combines on-road and in-warehouse solutions with artificial intelligence and real-time operational oversight.
The Unity Platform: The Nerve Centre of Intelligent Security
At the heart of Powerfleet’s solution stack is the Unity Platform, a modular and highly scalable operating system designed to centralize data and provide actionable insights across all fleet and asset operations.
“Our Unity platform ingests massive streams of data — from vehicles, warehouses, third-party systems, and more — and converts it into usable intelligence. It’s not just about tracking anymore,” said Naicker.
“It’s about visibility, foresight, and real-time responsiveness.”
With this system, fleet managers can anticipate issues, intervene before incidents occur, and maintain a constant pulse on compliance, safety, and performance.
Introducing Vision AI: Watching the Road So You Don’t Have To
One of Powerfleet’s standout innovations at Securex was the introduction of Vision AI — an advanced artificial intelligence tool that monitors driver behavior, road conditions, and security risks in real time.
“Vision AI brings us into the era of predictive safety,” Naicker explained.
“It doesn’t just tell us what happened — it shows us what’s likely to happen. We can now detect fatigue before a driver drifts. We can spot risky behavior before it leads to an incident. And most importantly, we can act.”
The system leverages video streams and IoT data to create behavioral profiles, manage fatigue risk, and initiate real-time interventions via the Unity Operations Centre.
Managing Security 24/7 – With Human Oversight and Digital Precision
Powerfleet’s Unity Operations Centre, staffed by trained professionals, supports customers by actively monitoring risk, compliance, and security issues as they unfold.
“It’s not just about automation,” Naicker emphasized.
“Yes, we have intelligent systems. But we also have human experts who engage with drivers, follow SOPs, and intervene in real time when something is off — whether that’s a cargo delay, a compliance issue, or a potential hijacking.”
This hybrid model gives businesses peace of mind. Whether it’s managing cargo routes through high-risk areas or responding to a real-time incident, Powerfleet is in the passenger seat every step of the way.
Built for Africa. Backed by a Global Footprint.
Powerfleet Africa’s strength lies in its local expertise paired with global technology.
“We operate in complex, sometimes unpredictable environments,” said Naicker. “Africa demands more than generic solutions. You need intelligence that’s contextual — that understands the terrain, the regulatory gaps, the operational realities.”
Following Powerfleet’s 2024 global merger with MiX Telematics and Fleet Complete, the company now boasts:
- 48,000+ global customers
- Presence in 120+ countries
- 2.6 million connected assets actively transmitting data. This scale provides a robust data foundation for AI development, risk profiling, and solution refinement.
Securex 2025: More Than an Expo — A Launchpad for Collaboration
“For us, Securex has been a platform to do more than showcase,” Naicker reflected as the expo wrapped up. “It’s allowed us to listen. To hear firsthand from security professionals, fleet operators, and risk managers about what keeps them up at night — and to show them how Powerfleet is ready to help.”
From predictive maintenance to driver coaching, from asset security to cost optimization, Powerfleet’s solutions address multiple layers of business risk — with security, operational efficiency, and sustainability all interconnected.
Final Word: Security Reimagined
“Our mission,” concluded Naicker, “is to help businesses in Africa and beyond manage what they couldn’t manage before — with foresight, flexibility, and real-time visibility. Security doesn’t end at the gate anymore. It travels. And so do we.”
About Powerfleet
Powerfleet is a global leader in AI-powered asset intelligence, helping businesses connect, track, and manage vehicles, cargo, and people.
Powerfleet in Africa offers specialized solutions tailored to the continent’s unique operational environments.
With over 2.6 million assets connected worldwide, Powerfleet is redefining what it means to move safely, efficiently, and intelligently.
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