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What will Fleet Management look like in the future?

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
By Rob Wilson – Director IPWEA FLEET What will Fleet Management look like in the future? The events of recent years may provide some insight into what lay ahead. While future challenges may be different, there are causes and effects that indicate two distinct areas that will continue to evolve in the practice of fleet management. Agility Agility is the ability to be flexible and respond quickly to change. This is a challenge for large organisations, but we have seen it can happen. We’ve seen organisations compelled to extend their replacement cycles and this reinforces the need to evolve beyond a notional optimum replacement time to a broad risk-based ...
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Can Your Obligations on Flexible Work, Gender Equality & Diversity Become Your New Superpower?

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
Can Your Obligations on Flexible Work, Gender Equality & Diversity Become Your New Superpower? (Part 2 of 2-part series) by Anne-Maree Coyne – Senior Consultant, Modus Management In Part 1 of this series, we looked at how flexible work arrangements, especially job sharing, can be a great strategy for attracting and retaining staff in the Fleet Industry (April 2022, Fleet Intouch). Flexible work arrangements are proving increasingly popular with employees wanting a better work life balance. This is particularly so as many of us return to workplaces, having experienced more flexible ‘work from home’ arrangements during Covid restrictions. Employees ...
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Zero Emissions Bus, Truck and Van Quarterly Report (Free Download)

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
Zero Emissions Bus, Truck and Van Quarterly Report (Free Download) Evenergi have launched the third edition of the Zero Emissions Bus, Truck and Van (BTV) Report in Australia. This is a very useful resource acting as a guide for tracking the market to make the transition to zero emissions happen. The report provides the following advantages: Be the first to know when new vehicles are available Compare all vehicles in the market by key specifications Understand the market readiness index by segment Understand charging platforms that are available and key specifications With the onset of the global climate crisis, many bus, truck and van fleet ...
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Everyone has a digital clock!

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
Everyone has a digital clock! By: Anonymous Fleet Manager I know everyone has a digital clock now (on your phone, on your PC, in your car, etc.) but just in case you don’t know how to use the old-fashioned type – When the big hand is on 6 and the little hand in on 2 its 2:30! I wonder why everybody’s time is more important than mine. If we have a meeting scheduled – SHOW UP ON TIME. That also means for online meetings – oh by the way your device will prompt you. I’ve even had staff ask me to remind them about a scheduled appointment. Here’s an idea – you remind me to remind you! It’s not only good business practice and good manners but a reflection ...
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IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities Winter Webinar Series 2022 . IPWEA FLEET conduct themed webinar series annually providing practical information to the fleet community. The theme for this year’s webinar series is ‘Managing your fleet in a tight labour market’, which is a contemporary issue for fleet practitioners. Mark your calendars for the following dates and session topics: Session 1 Date/Time: Thursday, 18/8/22 at 11 am (1 hour duration) Topic: Branding and marketing to attract a broader workforce demographic Session 2 Date/Time: Thursday, 1/9/22 at 11 am (1 hour duration) Topic: ...
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Ask-Your-Mates (FAQ)

By FLEET e-news posted 5 days ago
In case you missed it, here's a recent post in the Ask Your Mates Forum Question on Recording of Assets Condition : Question on  1. Recording of Assets condition Hi Everyone Is anyone videoing their roads/ assets as a photographic/video graphic evidence needed with other authorities or internal purposes capturing the true and evident condition of the road/asset? If yes, can you please provide what equipment is best suited for this purpose? Dennis Purse | Temporary Flood Recovery Coordinator | Moree Plains Shire Council ------------------------------ Click here to view the full discussion on Ask Your Mates. ...
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Internal Combustion - Angry Fleet Manager Column

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
A bad manager blames everyone else! By: Anonymous Fleet Manager You know the old saying – a bad carpenter blames his tools. Well, I’ve got a new one – a bad manager blames EVERYONE ELSE! How many times have you heard someone say “The trouble is these young people…” or “It’s hard to get good help these days”. Well to those managers I say, what have you done to support the team? Have you specified the job properly? Have you provided detailed induction, so the new person understands what is expected? Have you ensured adequate supervision? Have you explained where to get help? Have you undertaken and skills analysis to understand any training requirements ...
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Ask the Expert: The Issues Facing Local Government Fleet Management and the Technology That’s Solving Them

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
Ask the Expert: The Issues Facing Local Government Fleet Management and the Technology That’s Solving Them With Lou Boyle, National Manager of Local Government at Teletrac Navman Tell Us About Yourself My interest in technology flourished as CEO Representative and Head of Corporate Affairs for Telstra in Queensland. Soon after, I went to work with the Local Government Association as their Innovation Executive, working with councils to better understand what they were doing within the technology space. I have also been a board member of the Ministerial Smart Infrastructure task force with the Queensland Government, a board member on the Australian ...
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Ask-Your-Mates (FAQ)

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
In case you missed it, here's a recent post in the Ask Your Mates Forum Question on Road Condition Inspection Camera System s: Question on Asset Management Policies, Procedures guidance for Fleet and Construction Equipment I need some guidance in identifying the standards, best practices, and performance KPIs for a Heavy Equipment Rental organization. I understand the ISO 55K standards are applicable for all sectors which are involved in management of Physical assets. However, I need some guidelines specific for the industry which I can reference and tailor to prepare their Policies, SAMP, and associated plans. Besides, I am ...
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IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities Fleet Management Certificate . The IPWEA Fleet Management Certificate is a recognised industry qualification addressing key principles and practices to manage a fleet effectively and efficiently. If you are involved in the management, maintenance, procurement and end use of plant, equipment, and fleet vehicles, then this self-study course may provide great value to you and your organisation. The latest course commenced on 8 February 2022 and was fully subscribed. The next course will commence 26 July 2022. View here the key course details and times or register to attend. ...
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IPWEA FLEET Manager’s Column

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
By Rob Wilson – Director IPWEA FLEET Strategic planning and operational responsiveness – Getting the balance right IPWEA held its Australasian Fleet Conference on 28-30 March. It was great to be back face-to-face, meeting others in the industry and hearing about best practice and evolving trends in the fleet industry. So many people commented about how good it was to be experiencing this kind of industry event again. The theme for the conference was Leading Fleet Management Through Change. What an apt and timely topic given our experience of recent times. A key takeaway for me was that fleet practitioners need to get the balance right between strategic ...
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Need a new strategy to attract and retain staff in this tight labour market?

By FLEET e-news posted 20-04-2022
Need a new strategy to attract and retain staff in this tight labour market? (Part 1 of 2-part series) by Anne-Maree Coyne – Senior Consultant, Modus Management Hiring good staff is certainly harder than ever! A record 85% of Australian businesses report that staff shortages are holding them back from operating at full capacity 1 . Retaining good is staff is also proving a challenge. Whether it’s called the ‘Great Resignation’ or Josh Frydenberg’s ‘Great Reshuffle’, 1 in 5 Australians have changed jobs within the last year and almost 1 in 4 are considering leaving their current place of employment 2 . So, to compete in such a tight labour market and ...
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IPWEA Australasian Fleet Conference | Rob Wilson announces he’s stepping back

By FLEET e-news posted 22-02-2022
By Rob Wilson – Director IPWEA FLEET IPWEA Australasian Fleet Conference | Rob Wilson announces he’s stepping back It’s all systems go at the moment as we prepare for our first major face to face event in what seems like an eternity! The IPWEA Australasian Fleet Conference is back live and in-person in Brisbane 28-30 March 2022 and will focus on Leading Fleet Management Through Change. The conference will kick off at 4:30 pm on Monday 28 March including an important keynote address on Key Issues for Australian Fleets. Informative presentations across the conference cover topics including: An International Perspective of Fleet Management Fleet ...
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IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities

By FLEET e-news posted 21-02-2022
IPWEA FLEET Plant and Vehicle Management Professional Development Opportunities IPWEA Australasian Fleet Conference . “Leading Fleet Management Through Change” will be the theme for IPWEA’s upcoming fleet conference from 28-30 March 2022. Hear from experts in the industry share their knowledge on managing fleets in turbulent times, and how to prepare for the future. The conference is run by the fleet industry, for the fleet industry. The program is prepared in consultation with the IPWEA Fleet Council, a group of highly talented and experienced fleet practitioners. The topics delivered are practical and relevant to the challenges you face every day. ...
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Everyone thinks they’re a fleet manager

By FLEET e-news posted 21-02-2022
Everyone thinks they’re a fleet manager By: Anonymous Fleet Manager Well, let me tell ya something! Just because you’ve got a couple of cars and a mower at home doesn’t make you a fleet practitioner! Just like organising a plumber to unblock your sink doesn’t make you a facilities manager. Contemporary fleet management is about a structured and methodical approach to ensuring an organisations investment in fleet assets delivers important business goals. It’s about efficiency through optimised expenditure. It’s about business assurance through effective regulatory compliance. It’s about bringing together various disciplines like ...
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Ask-Your-Mates (FAQ)

By FLEET e-news posted 21-02-2022
​In case you missed it, here's a recent post in the Ask Your Mates Forum Question on Road Condition Inspection Camera System s: Our Council is currently considering the use of a camera system installed on its rubbish collection trucks for the purpose of capturing road condition footage/information. Are any other Councils doing this? If so, are they using Council owned vehicles or contractor vehicles? What types of camera systems are being utilised? How is the data being captured/managed? We would really appreciate any insights you might have in relation to the use of this technology. Thanks very much. Jacqui Mclean, City of ...
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Thinking about obtaining an industry recognised fleet qualification?

By FLEET e-news posted 17-12-2021
Thinking about obtaining an industry recognised fleet qualification? Consider the IPWEA Fleet Management Certificate . You or your staff could be qualified in just 3 months by learning, practicing, and applying the critical principles, knowledge and skills required to manage a plant and vehicle fleet effectively and efficiently. Fleet Management is getting more complex, sophisticated, regulated, and challenging. Organisational demands are at all-time highs and businesses need skilled and confident practitioners proficient in Plant and Vehicle Management best practice. The Fleet Management Certificate covers the essential areas to ensure that you or your ...
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NHVR Sees Non-Conformity Rates in Fleets Significantly Decrease

By FLEET e-news posted 17-12-2021
NHVR Sees Non-Conformity Rates in Fleets Significantly Decrease The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) recently released their findings in relation to the National Roadworthiness Survey 2021, which shows some noteworthy findings related to heavy vehicle inspections. A total of 13,325 units were inspected from 8,338 heavy vehicles and combinations with the majority of inspections taking place in jurisdictions that matched registrations. Significantly, there was a 17% decrease from the 2016 survey results in units that were inspected with at least one non-conformity. Further, most of these non-conformities only received a minor defect notice, which ...
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Leading Fleet Management Through Change

By FLEET e-news posted 17-12-2021
Leading Fleet Management Through Change The fleet community is facing unprecedented change and challenges which includes uncertain market forces, cost pressures, sustainability, short and medium-term expectations, managing change, leadership practices, effective operations, and the future of fleet to name a few. The good news is that the Queensland borders are now open and there’s no better time to book your tickets to attend the 2022 IPWEA Fleet Conference, which is going to be held at the Brisbane Royal International Convention Centre from 28-30 March 2022. Some of the conference highlights include: 180 attendees enabling sharing, important conversations, ...
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IPWEA FLEET Manager’s Column

By FLEET e-news posted 17-12-2021
By Rob Wilson – Director IPWEA FLEET Approaching the Finishing Line As we approach the finish line for 2021, it’s an interesting time to think about the extraordinary last couple of years and what might lay ahead. Some pundits are expecting supply side issues to continue through 2022 and into 2023 driving up pricing and extending lead times (well, at least residual values are up as well!). It’s not just the lack of supply of microchips and the residual effects of COVID related shutdowns that are the issue. It’s also about dealing with transport capacity (especially for somewhere as remote as Australia) and the backlog in demand from the last couple of ...
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