Digital Access Control: Unlocking the Future of Fleet Security
From the beginning, our vision for the JLG® ClearSky Smart Fleet™ IoT (Internet of Things) platform has been about more than connectivity — it’s been about capability and interactivity. The platform’s newest feature, Digital Access Control, marks another major step forward in turning that vision into reality.
We recognize that fleet managers and owners face ongoing challenges related to equipment access and security. Who’s operating the machine? When? Where? Traditionally, those questions were answered with keypads, codes or physical keys — manual systems that can be hard to manage across multiple locations. With Digital Access Control, JLG has transformed those analog processes into a simple, secure digital experience across more than 100,000 assets globally.
From Keypads to Cloud Control
Digital Access Control is exactly what it sounds like: The ability to restrict machine operation or provide authorized machine use directly through the ClearSky Smart Fleet mobile app.
There’s no need for additional hardware or a complex setup. With a few taps on a smartphone or tablet, fleet owners can set a machine’s operation state to one of three modes:
- Restricted (Lockout): No operation permitted
- Creep Mode / Creep + Transport Mode: Limited-speed movement for specific job site needs
- Unrestricted: Full operation enabled
It’s fast, intuitive and secure. By removing the keypad and moving access control into the cloud, JLG is laying the foundation for even more powerful capabilities in the future — like role-based permissions and job site-level access profiles.
We’re not just enabling connectivity; we’re empowering action. This evolution from keypad to cloud-connected control reflects our broader strategy: transitioning from simply connecting machines to connecting job sites.
More Control, Less Complexity
What makes this update so impactful is that it eliminates manual work without adding complication. Because Digital Access Control is delivered through ClearSky Smart Fleet’s existing connectivity beacon, customers don’t need to install anything new. Once the app updates, this new feature will be available across all ClearSky Smart Fleet-equipped machines with an active subscription.
It’s another example of how we’re automating manual tasks and increasing efficiency: Equipment access and security can now be managed remotely, in real-time, from anywhere.
A Connected Ecosystem That Keeps Evolving
Digital Access Control joins a growing list of ClearSky Smart Fleet capabilities that continue to push the boundaries of what’s possible with connected equipment. From remote diagnostics and automated site networks to over-the-air updates, ClearSky Smart Fleet keeps expanding to make fleet management more efficient, more secure and more intuitive.
And because JLG built this platform in-house — not as an off-the-shelf solution — every new feature integrates seamlessly with your existing tools and processes, as well as with new functionality and integration coming in the future. That means when Digital Access Control goes live, it’s automatically part of the platform you already know and trust.
ClearSky Smart Fleet isn’t just about connecting machines. It’s about connecting the entire job site.
Check out how Digital Access Control and other ClearSky Smart Fleet features can transform the way you manage your equipment.