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Operations•by Staff•July 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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Operations•by Staff•July 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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Operations•by Staff•July 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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Maintenance•by Staff•July 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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Maintenance•by Staff•July 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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Operations•by Staff•July 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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Equipment•by Staff•July 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 Staff•July 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 Fleet•by Staff•July 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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Equipment•by Ashley Willis•July 13, 2009

Bright Ideas: Off-Road Equipment Maintenance 101

Maintaining off-road equipment is not an easy feat, but with these tips, managing the equipment can be a much easier, not to mention cost effective, task.

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