Very few things can affect your fleet’s efficiency and running costs as much as driving behavior. By improving your entire fleet’s driving behavior, you can reduce operational costs such as fuel expenditure, maintenance charges, insurance costs, etc.
Has your company decided to make GPS tracking a part of your fleet management strategy? Expect to enjoy the many benefits of improved driver monitoring and advanced route planning in the near future. While you are probably excited about these features, your employees, on the other hand, may not view the implementation of GPS tracking technology in such a positive light. You can use this as an opportunity to take control of the situation and change how the installation is received.
With automotive companies making great strides in the development of self-driving cars, it’s not too far-fetched to say that self-driving cars will hit the market soon. Some major companies have already started rolling out prototypes and showcasing them to the public. We can probably assume that, in the next few years, driverless cars may be common sights on our roads… if and when these self-driving cars do go mainstream, how will this impact the fleet world specifically?
Managing mobile employees can be difficult. There is little-to-no face time with your fleet drivers, which can lead to incorrect verbal cues, lost nuance and poor employee visibility. As a manager of a fleet, you are unable to be physically present where most of your workers are, which can take a toll on communication. Have a look into some of the ways through which fleet managers can communicate and manage remote drivers.
The average driver is all too familiar with the crippling hassle and fatigue associated with vehicle breakdowns and could ultimately benefit from routine vehicle maintenance. We all know more drivers need to keep on top of their vehicles, but how can this be scaled to apply to your fleet?
There are almost countless variables that fleet managers have to account for on a daily basis. Everything from inclement weather to a job site issue can endanger your equipment, vehicles, and other company assets. Fortunately, there are a few solutions you can implement to minimize the impact of these variables on your fleet. No matter what industry you’re in, you can use these five fleet protection strategies and solutions to keep your assets secure.
Knowing how to select a fleet management solution can go a long way towards improving the efficiency of a fleet, reducing the operational costs and streamlining the process of maintaining a fleet. The question is “How do you select a fleet management solution that works the best for your team?” Well, to answer that, the first thing you need to understand is that every business i
Many articles and reports have sung the many praises of good fleet management systems and telematics. This has made it relatively easy to find information about all the benefits of integrating such systems. These systems have proven their worth as fleet management solutions time and time again. So much so, in fact, that this continual proof prompts another question: what is the cost of not integrating fleet management systems into your fleet?
In today’s competitive business environment, free time is a luxury that’s rarely enjoyed. Time is money when it comes to fleet management, and you can’t afford to be slowed down by a chaotic office. Implementing GPS tracking for businesses is a giant step toward organization thanks to automated record keeping and improved communication. Here are five more tips to boost productivity and reduce office disarray.
Accurate and comprehensive data collection has made GPS tracking for businesses an integral part of an effective fleet management program. The “Big Brother” connotation of GPS tracking for businesses makes implementation even more likely to generate pushback. With a little planning and consideration, you can smooth the path for wary employees. Use these tips to help relieve their concerns and encourage buy-in.
