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Harald Trautsch
Telematics Innovator & CEO @ Dolphin Technologies
Harald Trautsch is an experienced entrepreneur and innovator in the field of telematics and mobility technologies. He is currently the CEO of goSmart Mobility GmbH, a position he started in April 2024.2 Trautsch is also the Co-Founder and CEO of Dolphin Technologies, a company he launched 22 years ago that specializes in telematics innovation.1
With a background in electronic engineering, Trautsch has been developing security products for the automotive sector since the 1990s.1 His journey into telematics began with the creation of a product that allowed users to remotely start their car's parking heater using their phones.1 This experience, combined with a life-saving incident involving Dolphin Technologies' crash detection technology, set him on the path to focus on accident prevention and safety through technology.1
Under Trautsch's leadership, Dolphin Technologies has expanded its focus beyond just car-based telematics. The company now develops technologies that can detect accidents across various modes of transportation, including biking, motorcycling, and skiing, using smartphone-based solutions.1 They have also launched MOVE, a software development kit (SDK) that allows insurance companies to incorporate Dolphin's technology into their existing apps.1
Trautsch is passionate about improving safety through technology and has been working closely with the insurance industry to implement innovative solutions that can prevent accidents and save lives.13 His approach to telematics and safety transcends specific sectors, focusing on overall protection and well-being of individuals across various activities and modes of transport.1