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Own Fleet or Carriers: Which is Best for Your Business?
In logistics and supply chain management, deciding whether to own a fleet or use carriers is a crucial choice. This choice can have significant implications for everything from cost efficiency to customer satisfaction. In this blog post, we’ll explore the pros and cons of each option to help you determine the best choice for your business.
Vehicle Tracking Equipment: Driving Efficiency
With the rapid pace of modern life, monitoring your vehicles is crucial for fleet managers and vehicle owners alike. Whether you manage many vehicles or just a few, tracking can save you time and money. Affordable car tracking devices are a cost-effective solution. In this post, we'll look at how these cheap devices can improve your operations, enhance safety, and give real-time insights.
What is Fleet Electrification? The Move Towards an EV Fleet.
Fleet electrification is a transformative trend that is reshaping commercial transportation and the world of logistics. It has been hailed as a game-changer for businesses and the environment alike, but for distributors managing their own fleets, the decision to move to electric vehicles needs careful consideration. Here, we examine what fleet electrification is and take a closer look at the benefits and drawbacks for distribution businesses looking to make the switch to electric.
What is Grey Fleet Management?
This management area involves vehicles—ranging from cars and motorcycles to scooters and bicycles—owned by employees but used for work. These vehicles occupy a unique position, straddling the line between personal ownership and professional use, often leading to a lack of regulation akin to that of company-owned fleets.
Keep Your Fleet Running Smoothly with Key Vehicle Checks
Driving is exciting but you've got to be responsible. It's extremely important for drivers and people who plan transport to make sure cars are safe for the roads. This guide will show you important vehicle checks to keep your car running safely and avoid trouble.
What is Fleet Management and the Role of a Fleet Manager?
Managing a fleet of vehicles can feel like juggling a dozen balls at once. Whether you're new to fleet management or looking to refine your existing processes, this guide will provide you with valuable insights to streamline operations and enhance efficiency. We'll explore what fleet management entails, the crucial role of a fleet manager, and how technology is revolutionizing the industry.
What is Dynamic Traffic Assignment?
As urban areas continue to grow, it becomes increasingly challenging to manage traffic efficiently. This is the case not just for city planners, but also for businesses that rely on making timely deliveries by quickly navigating through traffic jams, diversions and accidents. Here, we look at a key modelling aspect that helps maintain efficient traffic flow on our roads – dynamic traffic assignment. We explain the significance of dynamic traffic assignment and how it contributes to the potential for more efficient routing, reduced delays – and ultimately, faster parcel deliveries.
Maintaining Delivery Efficiency in Bad Weather Conditions.
Bad weather conditions can impact your delivery schedules. Drivers have to deal with all sorts of difficult weather scenarios – heavy rain, flooding, high winds, fog, snow and ice. And it may not just be the adverse weather itself. The aftermath – like fallen trees or power outages affecting traffic lights – can cause traffic headaches or force drivers to take lengthy diversions. Customer expectations are extremely high and people still assume their parcels will arrive on time, regardless of the weather. Getting through tough weather conditions isn't just about being a good driver, though. It's also about smart planning and the ability to adapt quickly, ensuring your deliveries stay on track no matter what. Using a transport management system (TMS) like Geo2 can help mitigate these weather challenges, keep your delivery rates high and uphold efficiency, come rain or shine. Here’s how.
How Do Average Speed Cameras Work? Avoiding Penalties.
Picture this: you’re driving on a Smart Motorway. Ahead, a yellow box looms with a camera peering down at the passing traffic. But unlike traditional speed traps that capture your speed in a flash, this system is monitoring your journey, calculating your average speed over a defined distance. This is the ingenious and increasingly common world of average speed cameras. The concept behind these vigilant electronic sentinels can sometimes be misunderstood or even mystifying for drivers. Yet, their purpose is straightforward—enforcing speed limits over a length of road rather than just at a point. Let’s shift gears and delve into how these systems are making strides in road safety and impacting driving behavior.