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Electronic Work Diary (EWD)

Kynection's Electronic Work Diary (EWD) helps transport operators and drivers maintain compliance with fatigue management regulations while improving safety and efficiency.

Your Road to EWD & Fatigue Management Excellence

Kynection's EWD simplifies compliance, enhances safety, and improves operational efficiency by replacing paper logbooks with an NHVR-approved digital system. Real-time compliance monitoring, automated fatigue tracking, and seamless data capture give fleet managers complete visibility over driver hours, pre-start checks, maintenance records, and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements. Instant alerts help identify and address risks proactively, ensuring drivers stay compliant while maximising productivity.

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Efficient Fleet Management with Kynection's EWD

Managing a fleet while ensuring compliance with fatigue management regulations can be challenging. Kynection's NHVR-approved Electronic Work Diary (EWD) simplifies the process by automating driver logbooks, tracking hours accurately, and eliminating manual paperwork. With real-time alerts and automated reporting, fleet managers can proactively address compliance risks and improve overall operational efficiency.

Maintenance worker using the Kynection EWD on site

Seamless Compliance Monitoring

Kynection's EWD ensures seamless compliance by capturing pre-starts, driver declarations, and maintenance issues in a centralised system. Real-time notifications for key metrics such as odometer readings, vehicle allocations, and Chain of Responsibility (CoR) requirements provide complete oversight. A user-friendly web portal gives managers instant access to driver records, compliance status, and fleet-wide safety insights.

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Enhanced Fatigue Management

Fatigue management is made easy with Kynection's EWD, allowing drivers to track rest breaks and driving hours with precision. The system ensures compliance with NHVR fatigue laws, while minute-by-minute rounding helps drivers get back on the road faster. With automated reminders and intuitive logging, Kynection's EWD enhances driver well-being and reduces the risk of fatigue-related incidents.

Truck driver using Q-EWD on a tablet dashboard

Our clients and their amazing wins

We're lucky to have worked with hundreds of great businesses across Australia and New Zealand. Hear from them on what makes KIM special.

Kynection helped us reduce driver distractions and incidents by a third, enhancing safety across the board.

Caleb VallaArea Manager, Eastern Division, Cartage Australia View Case Study

Q is easy to use, and if I make an error, it's easily edited to ensure I'm compliant.

Ron Finemore TransportHeavy vehicle transport operator

Unfit to drive assessment under the 2026 HVNL reforms

What the HVNL Reform Changes for Operators

The amended Heavy Vehicle National Law commenced on 1 August 2026, changing how fatigue compliance is assessed under the new PSOE audit standard and the ACA accreditation pathway. See the NHVR-Approved EWD page for full detail.

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Key Features at a Glance

Fleet Management

  • Comprehensive dashboard with analytics for Chain of Responsibility (CoR) and transport functions.
  • Automated CoR monitoring for fatigue, maintenance, and real-time driver breach alerts with follow-up actions.
  • Live tracking of odometer readings, truck & trailer allocations, and vehicle utilisation.
  • Seamlessly covers vehicle maintenance, DMRs, and GPS location tracking for full visibility.
  • Integrated licensing, medical records, and training insights for compliance and reporting.
  • Third-party TMS integration for timesheets, equipment records, and workforce management.
  • Covers all fatigue rule sets, including Standard and Basic Fatigue Management (BFM).

Electronic Work Diary (EWD)

  • Australia's first NHVR-approved Electronic Work Diary for fatigue compliance.
  • Eliminates the need for a paper-based national work diary.
  • Automates rest break tracking to prevent fatigue law violations.
  • Real-time voice alerts and rest reminders to keep drivers informed.
  • Works on Apple & Android devices with full offline capability for nationwide use.
  • Compliant with WA & NT fatigue management regulations.
  • Captures pre-starts, declarations, and defective maintenance reports seamlessly.
  • Reduces manual data entry with automated workflows and driver maintenance requests.
  • Supports photo uploads and digital signatures for streamlined documentation.

Fatigue Management

  • Fully integrated fatigue management system with an NHVR-approved EWD.
  • Pioneering EWD technology, now in its third generation for enhanced reliability.
  • Rest break reminders and fatigue breach alerts in real-time.
  • User-friendly interface for simple logging of work and rest hours.
  • Audio and visual fatigue alerts to prevent non-compliance.
  • Digital driver declarations and signature capture for accurate records.
  • Tamper-proof tracking of all work/rest events to ensure compliance.
  • Streamlined documentation management, eliminating paperwork for NHVAS Fatigue compliance.
  • Automates fatigue compliance and reduces the burden on back-office teams.

By the Numbers

Beyond the Pitch: KIM at Work

What 148+ Australian and New Zealand businesses have already got back. Real figures from businesses already running KIM's EWD and fatigue tools across Australia and New Zealand.

630,393
Admin hours saved via KIM automation
$54 million
Productivity unlocked (A$85/hr)
2.9 million
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