
Managing vehicles and maintenance shops across an entire state by require different methods than those of a localized fleet. Two state fleet managers discuss right-sourcing and outsourcing.
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After analyzing various options, Washtenaw County decided to outsource maintenance of its light-duty fleet. Not only was it the best projected option, but actual costs are coming in at lower than estimated costs.
Read More →Right-sourcing, or finding the right balance of in-house maintenance services, outsourced services, and even insourcing, is the best way to stay competitive and cost-effective. Find out how the City of San Diego right-sourced for a cost-effective fleet.
Read More →SAN DIEGO - The City workers’ bid came in 12% lower compared with previous costs. The City's Fleet Services division currently maintains 45 street sweepers, though this number could change due to cost-cutting measures.
Read More →DARIEN, IL - The City of Darien Council voted to keep fleet maintenance in-house by hiring a mechanic to replace a retired technician rather than outsourcing the job to a nearby village.
Read More →The City of Palo Alto, Calif., has decided to go through with the request for proposal (RFP) process to lease 250 light-duty and transport vehicles in its fleet.
Read More →CUYAHOGA FALLS, OH - NAPA would replace the City's parts specialist, who is about to retire, with two employees, according to Patch.
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SARASOTA, FL - Sarasota County, Fla., Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Fleet Services recently outsourced its parts room, which had more than $350,000 of inventory monthly with yearly purchases totaling more than $1 million.
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When parts rooms become more costly and time-consuming than they should be, it may be time to consider outsourcing. When doing so, identify the issues, define objectives, implement a process, and measure results.
Read More →SAN DIEGO - San Diego City employees won the bid to provide fleet maintenance services. Fleet services' proposal cut costs by more than 13 percent over the current budget for vehicle maintenance.
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