Transport and logistics companies are in a strange situation. Demand for their services is increasing worldwide thanks to the boom in cross-border ecommerce. At the same time, sourcing the most crucial element of their workforce – namely qualified, reliable drivers – is becoming more difficult. A HGV driver shortage is currently gripping the industry. The […]
Regulations, advances in technology and competition are driving change in fleet management. In this fast-moving sector, fleet managers must carefully strategize to stay ahead of the competition and on course to meet their goals. One hugely helpful tool to support this success are strategic milestones, and vehicle telematics solutions can be key in setting them. […]
The new year offers an opportunity for rejuvenation. Why not start 2019 by making some resolutions for your business? There’s no better time to set some effective fleet management milestones that motivate your team and keep your business on track, from the beginning of the year to the end. Intelligent milestones do more than just […]
Paul Ripley, Chief Executive Officer, The Driving Doctor® For some, cutting costs can mean cutting corners. As businesses strive for more profitable operations, expediency can often be prioritised at the expense of health and safety. Short-term gain however, will rarely be worth long-term pain. In some cases, the consequences can be severe. When road risk […]
GDPR has been at the forefront of business leaders’ minds in 2018 and it has brought the issue of data security to the top of their agendas. As well as updating data protection laws, the EU-enforced directive looks to establish a clear structure of compliance and protocols, which is all important in the advancing technological […]
While vehicle connectivity and driverless cars never seem to be out of the headlines, a quieter revolution has also been unfolding in the world of trucking. From platooning and eTrucks to last mile drone deliveries, a range of exciting new technologies are set to transform how transport services are delivered. We look at 5 key […]
There’s just something about a good sing-a-long behind the wheel. The music is turned up, you’re belting out the lyrics to your favourite tune and within a blink of an eye, your vehicle has transformed into your own personal stage. For those out on the road for work, singing doesn’t just make sitting in traffic […]
When a business has a fleet of vehicles to manage, small savings can go a long way, especially when it comes to fuel. Fuel costs are typically the second largest expense behind vehicle depreciation. It’s clearly important for any business running a fleet of vehicles to ensure that they have robust processes in place to […]
The number one motivating factor for businesses investing in new, disruptive technology is to increase productivity, according to new TomTom Telematics research. By using the latest technologies, companies can simplify and automate management and administration tasks, freeing up a business’ workforce to concentrate on their own core work. In recent years, telematics has gained a […]
