D.M. Bowman
D.M. Bowman Cuts Preventable DOT Crash Costs by 98% with Netradyne
D.M. Bowman, Inc. is a leading transportation and logistics company with over six decades of experience in the industry. Headquartered in Maryland, the company operates a fleet of nearly 300 trucks across multiple divisions, offering reliable, safety-first service in freight hauling and logistics. With a commitment to developing new drivers and creating long-term careers, D.M. Bowman combines innovation, training, and technology to uphold its values of integrity, safety, and operational excellence.
After nine years with its previous provider, D.M. Bowman faced significant limitations. Over time, the system fell short in several areas. Driver interactions were mostly reactive, focusing on incidents and negative behaviors, with limited recognition of positive performance. Video footage was often unavailable when needed, complicating crash investigations and increasing claims costs. These delays and inconsistencies made it difficult to get timely, accurate evidence into the hands of the safety team.
After evaluating multiple providers, D.M. Bowman chose Netradyne’s Driver•i platform for its superior video quality, continuous recording, and driver-friendly features. Unlike the previous solution, the system captures all driving time, not just triggered events, and delivers consistently clear footage. The Driver•i mobile app empowers drivers to view their own scores and events, fostering transparency and proactive safety conversations.
“The video quality was far superior. Drivers could clearly see their own performance through the Driver•i app, which created positive, two-way conversations instead of only focusing on mistakes. We also appreciated the in-depth reporting that helps us target coaching and celebrate top performers.”
Stephanie Moore
Director of Safety at D.M. Bowman, Inc.
Starting with a test group, D.M. Bowman ultimately installed Netradyne devices in all 286 trucks using their own shop teams. When their previous provider unexpectedly ended service early, the rollout was accelerated to maintain uninterrupted video coverage. Netradyne’s support team provided guidance throughout installation, onboarding, and ongoing check-ins to provide a smooth transition.
D.M. Bowman’s safety managers rely on the Netradyne dashboard to monitor driver performance daily and weekly. By leveraging GreenZone scores and behavior trends, they quickly identify drivers who may need coaching and recognize those excelling behind the wheel. Real-time alerts for distracted driving and collision detection keep high-risk behaviors front and center, enabling the team to take proactive action. In one instance, a collision alert reached the safety team before the driver could even call, allowing them to check on the driver’s well-being and respond immediately.
Netradyne has also become an integral part of D.M. Bowman’s driver orientation and training process. New hires are introduced to the system early in onboarding and begin receiving feedback and coaching based on their performance. The company emphasizes using the platform as a positive tool for driver growth, supporting improvement, building confidence, and helping drivers build long-term careers.
Since implementing Netradyne, D.M. Bowman has seen measurable gains in safety and operational efficiency. Comparing the year prior to adoption with their first year using Netradyne, the company achieved:
These results highlight how Netradyne empowers D.M. Bowman to foster safer driving behaviors, cut costs, and reduce high-severity incidents — all while supporting their drivers’ success.
D.M. Bowman plans to continue leveraging Netradyne’s Driver·i video safety and fleet management solution to enhance driver development, improve coaching effectiveness, and sustain high safety standards. Moore emphasized, “Our goal is to develop drivers, not terminate them. Netradyne helps us do that. It’s a tool for growth and career building, not just catching mistakes.”
With the full fleet equipped, the team will build on early successes by using data to target key risk areas and recognize strong performance. They also continue to evaluate system features and reporting to align with operational goals.
Moore advises others considering Netradyne to “Focus on ease of use, not just for operations, but for drivers. Drivers want to be informed and engaged. Without that transparency and communication, it’s hard for them to fully buy in.”
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