MANAGING 10-50 COMPANY VEHICLES
Three small fleet operators with diverse fleets discuss their needs for a telematics system, how they chose the right provider, and their process for implementation. Trio Forest Products needed to upgrade its legacy GPS track-and-trace system with new technology. Later, when ELD regulations were put in place, the Mesa, Arizona-based wholesale lumber supplier took advantage of the telematics provider’s ELD solution. The ELD tablet is visible next to the driver.
Using two camera-based technologies, Ambu-Trans reduced fleet collisions from 35 a year to six.
With a focus on providing last-mile logistics, autonomous vehicle startups like California-based AutoX and Udelv are deploying small fleets of self-driving vans and sedans to make the case for autonomous delivery.
Vehicle users should consider deleting personal data from any and all vehicle infotainment systems before allowing anyone access to their vehicle.
WEX’s Jay Collins gives insight into the specific needs of small businesses, and warns small fleets not to get overwhelmed or distracted by the latest tech advancements.
While technology is making vehicles safer, last longer, and be more environmentally friendly, it is also making them increasingly complex. As vehicles become more complex, so do all aspects of vehicle repairs.
Incredible Adventures balances its environmental commitment with the fleet budget while marketing its green credentials to customers worldwide.
Small fleets and owner/operators can easily offer their load sources — which include freight brokers, commercial shippers, and all shipment stakeholders — automated, real-time status updates that are more convenient, seamless, and add value to the logistics management process.
Human interaction in traditional fleet management processes is inherently inefficient. But what can be done?
With a delivery window of a mere 15 minutes, Toronto-based Marigolds & Onions uses fleet routing and scheduling software to manage details such as driving time between routes, details of each stop and time spent, and even food type.