DRIVER HUB / OFFWORK MODE

May 2026

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Drivers often need to check upcoming work, update their availability or access important information before their shift has even started.



The Driver Hub, also known as OffWork Mode, within the Echo Driver App gives drivers access to key functions without requiring them to start a shift or go online.

Echo Driver Hub / OffWork Mode lets drivers manage shifts, availability, jobs, messages and profile information before starting work, reducing administration for control teams.

Rather than relying on calls, messages or back-office updates, the Driver Hub provides drivers with a central place to manage a range of everyday tasks directly from the app.



Depending on the permissions configured by the operator, drivers can:


  • View and update profile and contact information
  • Check upcoming shifts and make permitted changes
  • Set availability exceptions for holidays, sickness or other periods when they cannot work
  • View allocated jobs in advance and accept them
  • Read and respond to messages from the operations team
  • Review previous jobs and download weekly statements
  • Receive and accept bids where enabled



Operators remain in control of which functions are available, with access managed through depot-level permissions.



For drivers, the Driver Hub / OffWork Mode provides greater visibility of upcoming work and a straightforward way to manage their availability without needing to contact the control room.



For operations teams, this can reduce routine administration and back-and-forth communication. Updates to shifts, availability and contact information can also be entered directly by the driver, helping keep operational information accurate.



For employee transport, NEMT, Patient Transport Services, ride hailing and other passenger transport operations with large or distributed driver fleets, the Driver Hub can make day-to-day driver management considerably simpler.



By bringing these functions together in one place, Driver Hub / OffWork Mode gives drivers more control before their shift begins while helping operators reduce administration and maintain accurate information across their workforce.

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