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Operationsby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Customer Service

One of the best practices fleets have found useful in improving operations and customer satisfaction is regular customer feedback, which can be as simple as informal conversations or observations.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Metrics/Reporting

By capturing and benchmarking metrics, a fleet manager can demonstrate the fleet’s improved performance.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Leadership/Management

Leadership and management strategies include maintaining open communication with staff and staying up-to-date in the industry.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Communication

Communication is a vital aspect of fleet operations. Regularly scheduled meetings and newsletters are just a few ways to keep staff in the loop.

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Maintenanceby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Maintenance

Be proactive—make preventive maintenance (PM) a priority and budget for it accordingly to prevent more expensive repairs down the line.

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Maintenanceby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Shop/Facility/Parts

Privatizing the auto parts operation and offering technicians a salary increase based on ASE certifications are a few ways fleets can improve shop operations.

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Operationsby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Budgeting, Procurement, and Financing

Collaborating with other departments or fleets and conducting reverse auctions are some strategies that may be helpful during budgeting, procurement, and financing.

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Equipmentby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Vehicle and Equipment Replacement Programs

Prioritizing replacements based on age, miles, emissions test results, and oil sample analysis can ensure vehicles are properly replaced.

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by StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Safety

Driver assessment programs, monthly safety meetings, and advanced vehicle safety technologies are a few ways fleets can minimize safety risks.

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Green Fleetby StaffJuly 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Going Green

Sharing green practices with other fleets, selecting more fuel-efficient vehicles, and replacing lead wheel weights in tires have proven helpful for several fleets.

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