Unlocking safety through innovation

About the role

As a product manager on the Motive Safety Team, Devin Smith leads the development of AI-powered computer vision models that detect unsafe driving behaviors using the Motive AI Dashcam. Since joining Motive in 2022, Devin has deployed several AI models, scaling the platform for enterprise clients in transportation and logistics, field services, and more. Devin has refined the safety event review process, delivering precise insights that empower businesses to proactively manage risk and enhance fleet safety.

Why Motive?

Devin sought a challenge after being the first product manager at Platform Science. At Motive, he found an opportunity to grow with talented colleagues in the SaaS industry, focusing on helping businesses operate safely and efficiently.

Motive’s new AI models

At Motive, we’re laser-focused on expanding our AI offerings to create safer roads for everyone. Our latest AI models will address some of the most critical and nuanced safety risks that drivers and vehicle operators face, taking predictive safety to a whole new level. Here’s a sneak peek at what the teams have been working on:

  • AI Unsafe Parking: This model identifies vehicles parked in hazardous locations, helping prevent accidents before they happen.
  • AI Lane Swerving: Detects gradual vehicle swerves that signal driver fatigue or distraction, allowing for early intervention and reduced risk.
  • AI Smoking & Eating: Enforces company safety policies by flagging behaviors like smoking or eating that can dangerously divide a driver’s attention.

Motive is committed to developing new AI models for unsafe behavior detection while continuously training our existing models to enhance use cases and improve response times. Key updates include:

  • Drowsiness AI: By incorporating advanced sleep and eye-closure detection, we’re raising the bar on combating fatigue behind the wheel.
  • Forward Collision Warning: We’re speeding up response times to give drivers even more crucial moments to avoid potential collisions.

Favorite project

One of Devin’s favorite projects was leading Motive’s Unsafe Behavior Detection Customization initiative. This project gave customers more flexibility in configuring how unsafe driving behaviors are detected and included a complete user experience overhaul, making navigation and settings more precise and easier to use. As Devin explained:

“We deployed over 112 million behavior configurations in real time across all active Motive devices, setting a new customization standard for the industry. The positive feedback has shown our customers the potential of these features and sparked requests for even more tailored options. I’m excited to continue pushing the boundaries of safety and enhancing the user experience at Motive.”

What makes Motive AI different?

The Motive AI Dashcam isn’t just another solution; it’s built on years of expertise from more than 400 safety experts dedicated to developing advanced AI models tailored for fleet management and road safety.

The use of the Ambarella CV22 AI chip sets Motive apart, enabling us to run more AI models simultaneously. This allows for comprehensive safety monitoring and real-time processing, providing deeper insights for our customers.

Our unified platform supports continuous iterations and rapid improvements, ensuring that we adapt quickly to new data and evolving safety needs. This commitment makes our AI models more advanced and finely tuned than most alternatives on the market.

At Motive, we’re not just developing AI; we’re leading the future of road safety with precision and innovation.

— Devin Smith

How do you ensure AI accuracy?

Accuracy is essential for building customer trust. Motive’s models undergo rigorous testing to ensure high reliability before launch. The team continuously refines them based on real-world feedback, solidifying Motive’s reputation as a leader in driver safety solutions.

Devin’s product oversight aligns with Motive’s mission to empower physical operations leaders with tools for safer, more productive, more profitable work. By advancing AI-powered safety solutions, Devin contributes to safer conditions for Motive customers — and all drivers on the road.

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