SUGAR LAND, Texas – As the leading provider of construction management software for heavy civil and infrastructure contractors, HCSS announced the launch of HCSS Shield™, an AI-powered dashcam and telematics device purpose-built for the most demanding conditions.
By unifying high-quality video with real-time data, HCSS Shield grants contractors an easier way to monitor both road conditions and operator behavior. Now contractors can investigate incidents with greater confidence and reinforce a culture of accountable driving across their company’s entire fleet.
“We haven’t been ignoring hardware; we’ve been perfecting it,” said Phil Robinson, Group Product Manager for HCSS Fleet. “HCSS Shield is designed to make fleets safer, smarter, and easier to manage. By integrating AI coaching with deep vehicle diagnostics, we are giving our customers a comprehensive tool that protects their drivers and their bottom line.”
HCSS Shield enhances fleet safety by acting as a virtual co-driver, providing verbal in-cab coaching when distracted driving, phone use, tailgating, or harsh driving events are detected. This real-time feedback enables drivers to correct behaviors as incidents occur rather than after the fact.
In the event of an accident or claim, the device captures high-definition video to support faster investigations and help reduce insurance disputes. By providing clear visual evidence, fleets are better equipped to exonerate drivers who acted safely under challenging conditions.
In addition to video, HCSS Shield also functions as a centralized data platform. The device unifies GPS tracking, ELD compliance, and CANBUS diagnostics into a single system powered by one cable, reducing hardware sprawl while improving data accuracy. All of this information is easily accessed and managed through HCSS Fleet Telematics software.
By prioritizing both driver protection and data accuracy, HCSS continues to provide fleet managers with innovative tools necessary to lead the industry in safety and more efficient operations. For fleets ready to take the next step, the HCSS Shield dashcam is available to order today. Get started by contacting your HCSS account executive or visit hcss.com/products/dashcam.
ABOUT HCSS
HCSS is the leading provider of construction management software for heavy civil and infrastructure projects. Since 1986, HCSS has helped contractors work smarter, faster, and safer with innovative software designed hand-in-hand with the people who use it. What began with HeavyBid, the industry standard in estimating, has grown into a powerful, user-friendly platform spanning the entire project lifecycle. The HCSS platform—HeavyBid, HeavyJob, and HCSS Fleet—centralizes data across the office, field, and shop to deliver real-time insights and streamlined workflows so contractors can bid, build, and deliver with confidence. Recognized as both a pioneer and an industry leader, HCSS continues to innovate with customer-centric solutions and award-winning 24/7/365 support.
