DrupalCon Denver 2012: TAXI CAB CONFESSIONS - CASE STUDY ON CONNECTING DRUPAL AS DISPATCH APP

This talk explores how mobile devices have become a cost-effective alternative to legacy hardware and paper solutions, specifically highlighting Green Cab of Madison's implementation of Apple iPads as vehicle meters and communication tools in their fleet. The speaker discusses the mobile app developed on Drupal that allows for real-time vehicle location tracking, call alerts for drivers, and credit card transactions. They delve into the module used for system setup, challenges encountered during the project, and the solutions implemented. Additionally, the session covers the decision-making process for tool selection for programming the iPads, analyzing the advantages and disadvantages of both native and hybrid mobile application approaches. The presentation also addresses the use of Drupal for rapid application development, integration with mobile apps, security best practices, and the methodology for connecting iPads to the Drupal services module.