FleetFocus - October 2024

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Employee Updates!

Robin Grzeskowiak recently became the Vice President of Business Development at Fleet Team. In this new role, her strategic vision and unwavering dedication will be instrumental in securing high-profile clients and driving our growth. Robin will continue to leverage her expertise to elevate our business development department further. Congratulations Robin!

Danielle Falatach was recently promoted to Manager, Client Experience. This role has been introduced to meet the increasing demands of Fleet Team and to streamline our processes, better aligning our services with client needs and enhancing our support. Since joining Fleet Team in February 2024, Danielle has made an immediate impact by leveraging her expertise in team building, process improvement, and client satisfaction. Congratulations Danielle, we are excited to see what you'll do in your new role!

Recent Blogs

Revolutionizing Cold Storage with Automated Systems & Specialized Equipment

In cold storage distribution, every second counts. Managing a fleet of material handling equipment is crucial in ensuring that operations run smoothly, especially in industries where timely and safe product handling can make or break the business. Integrating automation and specialized cold storage, forklifts can drastically improve operational effectiveness, minimize risks, and drive profitability.

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Industry News

Toyota Class Action Emissions Allegations

Toyota is facing a proposed class action in the United States with allegations of emissions cheating in nine of its forklift engines. The complaint was filed this week in the Northern District Court of California and follows the revelation in March 2023 Toyota suspended a domestic shipment of forklifts “due to potential violation of regulations related to certification of engines for forklifts”

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AGVs: AI Powers Warehouse Transformation

Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs) have been revolutionized by the integration of Artificial Intelligence (AI), significantly enhancing their capabilities in warehouse management. AI-powered AGVs can navigate autonomously, make real-time decisions, and perform predictive maintenance, leading to increased efficiency and safety. These advancements have expanded the applications of AGVs across various industries, including manufacturing, logistics, healthcare, and retail. However, challenges such as cybersecurity and regulatory compliance must be addressed to ensure the successful implementation of AI in AGVs.

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New Team Members

We are happy to share that we've recently hired some new team members! They are bringing their talent, skills, and perspectives to the team, and we are excited to have them on board. Welcome to the team!

• Sarah (Luczyk) Pervo , Business Development Director
• John Garcia , Business Development Manager

Celebrating 25+ Years!

• Douglas Riddle Fleet Team's President celebrated 25 years with the company! Doug’s leadership and forward-thinking mindset have been the driving force behind Fleet Team’s success and growth throughout the years. We are grateful for all you do!
• Bruce Smith celebrated 25 years with the company! Bruce started his career as a field service technician and said his biggest achievement was putting away the toolbox. What does he like about his job now? The detective work—looking at a client's unique application and creating a better approach to an old task. Thanks for all you do!

Fleet Team has become a trusted partner to work with. They make the sales process much smoother with their knowledge and expertise. The flow of information between parties is managed much better so all parties can be on the same page. I look forward to more to come as a partnership between our companies.

Director of Global Sales