FLEET MANAGEMENT

UNDERSTANDING FLEET MANAGEMENT

Fleet management is a comprehensive approach to overseeing, organizing, and optimizing a company's vehicle fleet. Whether a business operates a handful of vehicles or an extensive fleet, effective fleet management is crucial for enhancing operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring the overall success of the organization.

You decide exactly the level of support that you need – simply access the aspects of our expertise, insight, and experience that you require. Our Fleet Management customers all benefit from a far more efficient fleet, significantly reduced administration, and substantial cost savings.

HOW OUR FLEET MANAGEMENT WORKS:

1. VEHICLE ACQUISITION AND DISPOSAL

Fleet management begins with considered decisions regarding the acquisition of vehicles that align with the company's needs. This includes choosing the right type of vehicles, benefiting from our pre-negotiated terms with manufacturers, and responsibly disposing of older assets.

2. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS

Regular maintenance is essential for keeping the fleet in top condition. Our fleet managers coordinate scheduled services, inspections, and repairs to minimize downtime and ensure the safety and reliability of each vehicle.

3. DRIVER MANAGEMENT

Our fleet managers focus on drivers, carrying out driving licence checks, monitoring their performance, and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. They may also employ telematics and tracking systems to enhance driver safety and observe vehicle usage.

4. INSURANCE AND COMPLIANCE

Fleet managers assist with the administration of insurance matters, ensuring that each vehicle is adequately covered whether it is liaising with insurance brokers of being tasked with updating customers MID’s. They follow regulatory requirements and compliance standards, addressing issues such as licensing, permits, and environmental regulations.

5. WARRANTY CLAIMS AND VEHICLE RECALLS

Our team of experts will contact drivers with any safety recalls or warranty issues, assist with the booking process and liaise with the dealers on the driver behalf.

ADVANTAGES OF FLEET MANAGEMENT

COST SAVINGS

Efficient fleet management helps control costs through strategic maintenance, fuel optimization, and streamlined operations. It also saves your company payroll by negating the need for a dedicated fleet manager in house, you can pass the hassle to us.

ENHANCED PRODUCTIVITY

Minimized downtime and leads to increased productivity, we ensure that vehicles are on the road when and where they are needed.

IMPROVED SAFETY

Fleet management systems contribute to safer driving habits, reducing the risk of accidents and enhancing overall driver safety.

ENVIRONMENTAL RESPONSIBILITY

By adopting fuel-efficient practices and exploring eco-friendly alternatives, fleet management contributes to reducing the environmental footprint of the vehicle fleet.

STRATEGIC PLANNING

Our fleet managers play a crucial role in long-term planning, helping businesses adapt their fleets to changing needs and technological advancements.

INVOICE CONSOLIDATION

By instructing us as your fleet managers, we can consolidate all of your fleet costs onto one invoice per month, supported by an itemised costing sheet for back up.

FLEET MANAGEMENT SERVICES

Among our range of Fleet Management services are:

• Vehicle sourcing or purchasing
• All aspects of vehicle administration
• Updating MID
• Vehicle maintenance, including tyre maintenance
• Warranty claims
• Accident and breakdown management
• Fleet disposals
• Duty of care vehicle checks

CASE STUDY

Recently, we have taken our Fleet Management to the next level with our local customers. They are taking advantage of our storage facility in Portsmouth, we re-allocate vehicles all over Sussex, Surrey and Hampshire for them and, our local repairers undertake Duty of Care checks to their vehicles ensure driver safety at all times. We have a bespoke portal tailored to the individuals needs for them to find useful company information, easy enquiry forms and emergency details.?