The Germany truck and trailer manufacturer,Schmitz Cargobull,mainly serves customers who are operators of truck or trailer fleets.What sets the company apart is its expertise in telematics (the integrated application of telecommunications data)to monitor the current state of any Schmitz Cargobull-produced trailer.What type of a value-chain support activity is this?

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General administration consists of a number of activities, including general management, planning, finance, accounting, legal and government affairs, quality management, and information systems. Administration (unlike the other support activities) typically supports the entire value chain and not individual activities. In applying its telematic tools in its products, Schmitz Cargobull is providing clear, tangible benefits. Through telematics, key information is continually available to the driver, the freight agent, and the customer. They can track, for instance, when maintenance is done, how much weight has been loaded, the current cargo temperature, and where the vehicle is on its route. Therefore, Schmitz Cargobull customers can better manage their trailer use and minimize the risk of breakdowns.

The Germany Truck and Trailer Manufacturer,Schmitz Cargobull,mainly Serves Customers Who