Managing a fleet involves far more than just keeping vehicles operational—it requires making strategic, data-driven decisions that improve safety, save time, reduce costs, and conserve resources. IntelliShift recognizes these challenges, which is why we’ve developed our new Benchmarking solution to help you better manage your fleet. 

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What is Benchmarking? 

Benchmarking is a powerful tool that allows you to assess your fleet’s performance by comparing it against other companies like yours. This process helps you pinpoint areas where your fleet is performing well and identify opportunities for improvement. By understanding how your fleet compares to others in the industry in key areas, you can make informed decisions that drive better outcomes for both your fleet and your business. 

Fleet and safety leaders can quantifiably measure performance against their peers, quickly identify areas for improvement, and implement goals for optimization. 

Key Metrics You Can Track 

Identify a wide range of metrics of your fleet’s performance, designed to provide you with a clear picture of how your fleet is doing and where there’s room for improvement – rather than trying to make sense of rows upon rows of data. 

• Fleet-level metrics: At the fleet level, you can monitor essential indicators like utilization rates, idle time, and speeding incidents. These metrics help you identify trends and patterns that might require your attention to optimize fleet performance and ensure compliance with safety standards. 

• Asset-level metrics: For a deeper dive, the Benchmarking feature enables you to examine asset-level metrics such as utilization rates and idle time for each vehicle. By understanding these details, you can see how each asset contributes to your overall operations and make informed decisions to improve efficiency. 

• Driver-level metrics: Monitoring driver behavior is critical for maintaining a safe and efficient fleet. IntelliShift’s Benchmarking feature allows you to track metrics like G-force events and speeding, which are crucial for assessing driver safety and identifying areas where additional training or support may be needed. Ensuring your drivers are operating safely is key to protecting your fleet and enhancing overall performance. 

Why Should You Use Benchmarking? 

The advantages of using IntelliShift’s Benchmarking feature are clear and impactful. Here is how it can help you: 

• Identify Opportunities: Spot strengths and areas for improvement by comparing your performance to industry standards or your past data. This enables you to address issues or capitalize on existing advantages. 

• Set Realistic Goals: By understanding where your fleet stands, you can establish challenging yet achievable goals that drive your fleet forward. 

• Monitor Progress: Regularly track your performance to measure improvements and adjust as needed, ensuring that your efforts yield measurable results. 

• Stay Competitive: Enhance your fleet’s efficiency, safety, and overall performance to stay ahead of the competition. 

Take Your Fleet to the Next Level with Data-Driven Actions 

IntelliShift’s Benchmarking feature is more than just a tool—it is an asset that empowers you to make smarter, data-driven decisions. By providing crucial insights, you can optimize fleet performance, reduce costs, and maintain a competitive edge in the industry. 

Once you have identified improvement areas, the next step is to act. To truly unlock the potential of data-driven decision-making, it is essential to see the bigger picture.  

Download the Guide to Data-Driven Fleet Operations below and explore how a connected, all-in-one fleet and safety management program can transform your operations. Learn how to keep your team safe, improve efficiencies, and take control of your fleet.