telematik

Telematik is a field that combines telecommunications and informatics to enable the collection, transmission, and processing of data from remote or mobile sources. It integrates sensors, onboard devices, communication networks, and back-end information systems to support real-time monitoring, control, and decision‑making across various sectors. In German-speaking regions the term is widely used to describe a broad set of applications in transportation, logistics, healthcare, and public services, where data from assets such as vehicles, machinery, or wearables is collected and analyzed.

Key components typically include sensors and actuators, onboard or remote data collection devices, communication networks (mobile, satellite, or fixed lines), data storage and processing platforms, and applications for analytics and decision support. Common use cases include vehicle telematics for fleet management, navigation, and safety; usage-based insurance that adjusts premiums based on driving behavior; logistics and asset tracking; remote monitoring in healthcare and industrial environments; and smart city services that coordinate transportation and energy systems.

Regulation and privacy considerations are important, especially regarding data ownership, consent, data protection, and cybersecurity. In the European Union, telematics-related activities are subject to data-protection rules such as the General Data Protection Regulation when personal data are involved.

Telematik continues to evolve with advances in wireless networks, sensor technology, and artificial intelligence, expanding the remote collection and intelligent use of data across industries.