The snow was deep, and the driver was stranded. His truck was utterly stuck. He tried and tried to dig out to no avail. He was in a remote location without cell service, and the snow was coming down hard. One day went by, then two. Finally, he found a location with limited cell service […]
Vehicle telematics, often referred to as a “black box”, track vehicle location, movement, speed and general performance. These devices record and also actively transmit data to management reporting tools and business applications. Engine management systems also often contain stored data accessible by telematics devices; fuel consumption and “greener” driving data being an area of particular […]
Truck driver age restrictions are being reduced 3 ways to protect and manage your fleet once changes take place. Changes in truck driver age restrictions Due to a vibrant economy, the US is experiencing a shortage in truck drivers. To alleviate this issue, DRIVE-safe (Developing Responsible Individuals for a Vibrant Economy Act) is looking to […]
The overall restaurant market value is $490 billion dollars, of which the food delivery opportunity is just about 43% (Wall Street Research Report). Surprisingly, over half of the food delivery market is open and consumers want more options. Now is the opportunity to start and improve every aspect of your restaurants’ delivery services. Utilize the ROI tool […]
Today there are financially rewarding benefits for restaurants adding food delivery to their services. On one hand delivery is faster and easier for customers but, on the other, it is a different business model for restaurants. Restaurants everywhere are wondering…is delivery worth the investment? Restaurants like Panera say yes. Panera (NASDAQ:PNRA) projected an increase of […]
Businesses are using the latest technology! We are in the middle of a rapid increase in remote work. This includes drivers, technicians, administrators, and other off-site employees. Many companies with remote workers rely on paper time sheets, which are prone to fraud. These remote workers shouldn’t be using additional time manually calculating labor hours on […]
Business owners and managers are constantly on-the-go, which is why FieldLogix released the latest monitoring app for your smart watch. Use your Apple Watch to pull up a list of employees, their locations, and even call or text employees all while on-the-go. With the FieldLogix Apple Watch app, administrators can easily see which drivers are […]
In an effort to reduce their overhead costs, many businesses allow employees to use their personal vehicles to complete their daily tasks. Take Uber for example, which relies solely on the personal vehicles of their drivers. While this strategy has paid off for some companies, it is important to evaluate the liabilities associated with this. […]
With the emergency of many “on-demand” businesses, many of these companies struggle with classifying employees as independent contractors or direct employees. It is critical that you select the appropriate classification due to the fact that misclassification could lead to serious legal and financial liabilities. Next, here are some main points to remember while classifying your […]
Only a couple of months ago, a California federal jury handed out a $55 million verdict against Walmart (NYSE: WMT). Failing to pay 850 of its truck drivers compensation they were entitled to. The jury found that Walmart owed the drivers back pay for performing pre-trip and post-trip inspections, mandatory rest breaks and layovers between […]
With the holiday season kicking off, it’s nearing the most dangerous time of the year for drivers on the road. As more travelers are on the road visiting family and the road condition worsens from winter weather, drivers’ patience slowly withers away. This increases the risks of company drivers safely completing their deliveries on the […]
The average fleet driver drives 20,000 to 25,000 miles on the road annually. That’s up to 10,000 to 15,000 miles more than the average driver in the United States. As a result, the likelihood of accidents are higher, which puts your drivers at risk. With lives at stake, and possible lawsuits, safety should be the […]
By researching a wide variety of meal delivery service reviews, we found that the reviews tend to reflect an overall positive customer experience. Here are are some of the most common reasons why consumers love meal delivery services as well as some of the most common complaints. The main reasons consumers love meal delivery services: Easy instructions […]
A nightmare for any city came to life for New Orleans, now they are having to pay the consequences to help make the circumstances better. Reported in the city’s audit released two weeks after OIG (Office of Inspector General: U.S. Department of Health & Human Services) issued an audit on the city’s fuel dispensing program, […]
GPS helped a company catch employees who stole 71 bags of insulation worth $15,000 in retail. USI Insulation gave permission to an employee to pick up another worker, however they noticed something wasn’t right once the employees returned to their Mesa location. The vehicle contained 79 bags of insulation and returned with only 8 bags. […]
Towing a car from a ditch, the side of the freeway, or an accident has challenges of its own. Imagine dealing with this upset lady who decided to give the tow driver a very dangerous challenge. Luckily, the driver and towing company can be protected from any wrongful accusations this lady may try to claim. The […]
Small businesses carry a lot of costs when it comes to managing a vehicle fleet, including insurance, fuel, repairs, and ongoing maintenance. Investing in a fleet management system will help small business owners and managers in a wide variety of ways and is one of the best investments a small company with a fleet can […]
Wouldn’t life be easier if our smartphones told us how to better manage our fuel spending? Since that isn’t the case, here are three of the top fuel saving tips straight from industry experts as expressed in Automotive Fleet’s article “How to Manage Fuel Expenses Like a Pro” by Lauren Fletcher. Monitor Gas Price Trends […]
