{"id":2726,"date":"2021-01-27T10:51:44","date_gmt":"2021-01-27T10:51:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/en-au\/?p=2726"},"modified":"2021-04-29T15:59:25","modified_gmt":"2021-04-29T14:59:25","slug":"fleet-management-best-practices","status":"publish","type":"training","link":"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/en-au\/learning-zone\/fleet-management-best-practices\/","title":{"rendered":"8 fleet management best practices"},"content":{"rendered":"<section  class=\"content-section animated fadeInUp\" >\n    <div class=\"container container--small  user-content fadeInUp__1\">\n        <h3><strong>When it comes to effective fleet management, best practices can make a real difference.<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>They can lead to lower costs, revenue growth, employee satisfaction and enhanced customer service&#8230;<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14774\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/001.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1285\" height=\"439\" \/><\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>&#8230;but what fleet management best practices are most effective, and where should you start?<\/p>\n<p>Here are eight steps to consider:<\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Set goals<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Establishing goals and monitoring progress towards them is a must. Perhaps more importantly, these goals should be well defined and well communicated throughout your business.<\/p>\n<p>Striving for a common set of objectives will also help to unite your team, and communicating these goals \u2013 whether to directors, senior management or the rest of the workforce \u2013 is critical for success.<\/p>\n<p>Within your fleet operation, typical goals and objectives might include \u2013 but should not be limited to:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Improving vehicle utilisation<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/how-to-save-fuel-infographic\/\">Lowering fuel consumption and costs<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Optimising maintenance and repair programs<\/li>\n<li>Enhancing safety for employees, customers and other motorists<\/li>\n<li>Automating compliance<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<h3><strong>Implement an asset management plan<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>By implementing an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/asset-management-plan\/\">asset management plan<\/a>, you open up a dialogue between key stakeholders in your organisation \u2013 and communication is key!<\/p>\n<p>Ultimately, making this type of information accessible to all participants in the decision-making process leads to a better understanding of tradeoffs and return on investment.<\/p>\n<p>With targeted analyses, an asset management plan can address current performance and lead to accurate and realistic performance goals.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/asset-management-plan\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14809 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/asset-management-plan.png\" alt=\"improve the efficiency of your operation with an asset management plan\" width=\"1285\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Be accessible<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/effective-fleet-manager\/\">As a fleet manger you are at the forefront of any successful vehicle and equipment program<\/a>. Your knowledge helps to keep track of trends and issues that both clients and internal departments might need to address.<\/p>\n<p>For that reason, your availability is essential for meeting fleet management objectives.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Choose the right fleet vehicles<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Another important issue to address relates to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/top-things-think-selecting-fleet-vehicles\/\">choosing the company&#8217;s fleet vehicles<\/a>. Depending on the industry you serve, procuring equipment that meets operational needs should be at the top of your checklist.<\/p>\n<p>Vehicle reliability is also a crucial consideration. From <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/considering-vehicle-replacement-strategy\/\">determining the most cost-effective vehicle replacement cycles<\/a> to meeting maintenance requirements, remarketing and disposal options, the choices you make can determine the success or failure of your fleet management programs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/top-things-think-selecting-fleet-vehicles\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-14900 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/fleet-vehicles2.png\" alt=\"choose the right vehicles for your fleet\" width=\"1285\" height=\"500\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Think about drivers<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>This may seem like an issue for your HR department, but considering driver credentials goes hand-in-hand with effective fleet deployment. For example, if your equipment requires special skills or training, the recruitment process becomes a critical part of meeting those needs.<\/p>\n<p>Employing the right drivers with the right skills will lead to measurable benefits, and drivers with relevant operational knowledge will help to reduce costs for unnecessary repairs and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/how-fleets-can-reduce-co2-emissions-and-lower-fuel-costs\/\">cut fuel usage\u00a0and CO2 emissions<\/a> by driving economically.<\/p>\n<p>Over time, these savings all add up!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-14776\" src=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/003.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"1285\" height=\"593\" \/><\/p>\n<h3><\/h3>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Focus on control<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/fleet-management-costs\/\">When it comes to Fleet Management, cost control is key<\/a>. Without an understanding of operational and lifecycle costs \u2013 from the initial purchase of an asset through its resale \u2013 it is impossible to identify strengths and weaknesses within your operation.<\/p>\n<p>In many ways, fleet management and finance management are one in the same. With an effective approach to vehicle and equipment acquisition, maintenance, fuel, driver and other associated costs, you can make informed, cost-conscious decisions.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Spend wisely<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Optimising the use of available capital is a critical fleet management component. Whether vehicles and equipment are purchased, leased or rented, financing rates, prices, incentives and taxes all need to be taken into account.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.investopedia.com\/articles\/financial-theory\/11\/corporate-project-valuation-methods.asp\">An effective capital spending plan should be based on your understanding of tradeoffs and return on investment<\/a>. It also requires knowledge about available resources, fixed or flexible strategies, projected maintenance, operating costs, resale values, changing future business and operational needs.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h3><strong>Invest in fleet management software<\/strong><\/h3>\n<p>Effective fleet management is the result of a comprehensive, integrated approach to problem solving, allowing managers to make fact-based decisions. Today, the use of advanced technology makes it possible to utilise meaningful fleet intelligence to improve operational efficiency.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/fleetwave-asset-management-software-system\/\">Advanced fleet management software systems<\/a> will allow you to home in on key variables associated with your fleet in order to optimise fleet-related processes, including the usage, performance and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/au\/news\/how-asset-lifecycle-management-can-influence-productivity-efficiency-and-profitability\/\">cost of an asset across its entire lifecycle<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>With an effective approach to fleet and asset management, it is possible to continually improve efficiency and productivity, lower costs, enhance employee and customer satisfaction and drive revenue growth and profitability.<\/p>\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section  class=\"content-section \">\n    \n    <div class=\"container container--small u-text-center animated fadeInUp\">\n        \n                            <h3 class=\"fadeInUp__1\"><b>You may also be interested in<\/b><\/h3>\n                                <\/div>\n\n    \n    <div class=\"container container--no-pad fadeInUp__2\">\n        <div class=\"post-type-wrapper\" data-behaviour=\"featured-slider\">\n                            <a class=\"post-type unstyled post-type--transform \" href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/en-au\/learning-zone\/how-to-save-fuel-infographic\/\">\n    <div class=\"post-type__image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chevin-assets.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/01\/27103413\/tips-to-save-fuel-1-500x500-1-440x440.png\">\n            <\/div>\n    <div class=\"post-type__content\">\n                <p class=\"post-type__name\"><strong>4 great tips on how to save fuel<\/strong><\/p>\n                <p class=\"post-type__more\">Read more<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                            <a class=\"post-type unstyled post-type--transform \" href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/en-au\/learning-zone\/5-useful-tactics-help-reduce-fleet-insurance\/\">\n    <div class=\"post-type__image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chevin-assets.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/01\/26162147\/Vehicle-insurance-profile--440x399.jpg\">\n            <\/div>\n    <div class=\"post-type__content\">\n                <p class=\"post-type__name\"><strong>5 tips to help reduce your fleet insurance<\/strong><\/p>\n                <p class=\"post-type__more\">Read more<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                            <a class=\"post-type unstyled post-type--transform \" href=\"https:\/\/www.chevinfleet.com\/en-au\/learning-zone\/asset-management-plan\/\">\n    <div class=\"post-type__image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/chevin-assets.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/4\/2021\/01\/11135408\/Asset-Management-Small-440x309.jpg\">\n            <\/div>\n    <div class=\"post-type__content\">\n                <p class=\"post-type__name\"><strong>10 Reasons to Develop an Asset Management Plan for Your Fleet Operations<\/strong><\/p>\n                <p class=\"post-type__more\">Read more<\/p>\n    <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n<section class=\"c-hr hr content-section u-show-mobile\">\n<div class=\"container\">\n    <hr>\n<\/div>\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>When it comes to effective fleet management, setting best practices can make a real difference&#8230; but what is best for your fleet?<\/p>\n","protected":false},"featured_media":2727,"menu_order":0,"template":"","training-cats":[34],"class_list":["post-2726","training","type-training","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","training-cats-blog"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v26.3 (Yoast SEO v26.5) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/wordpress\/plugins\/seo\/ -->\n<title>8 Fleet Management Best Practices to Improve Efficiency | Chevin<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"When It Comes To Fleet Management, Best Practices Can Make A Real Difference... 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