Rikatec is a technology company that focuses on information management systems for vehicles. Rikatec uses big data and machine learning for vehicle predictive maintenance, breakdown detections and predictions. Rikatec's analytics and algorithms are also used to calculate vehicle wear & tear for warranties and the estimation of vehicle resale values. Through Rikatec's data and analytics, driver profiles and ratings can be created, as well as tracking and route-mapping. The idea of Rikatec was developed with the objective of enhancing and improving vehicle communication with owners and other industry players creating an inclusive ecosystem involving: maintenance, insurance, financiers, fleet management and warranties. Rikatec's objective is to enhance the operations and usage of the vehicle by developing products and services that aim to reduce vehicle owners running costs and fleet companies’ operational costs.