Join us as veteran fleet leader and former Fleet Manager of the Year, Erin Gilchrist, brings her 15+ years of experience to this live event to discuss the impact of the challenges fleet operations and safety leaders are facing, sharing that while they are nothing new,...
Interview: AFLA’s 2022 Fleet Manager of the Year, Jonathan Kamanns
Knowledge from the Fleet Manager of the Year to your headphones. In episode 17 of The Straight Talk on Fleet, we have the privilege of hosting award-wining and experienced corporate fleet professional Jonathan Kamanns. Jonathan is the Associate Director, Fleet...
Interview: Fleet Manager deep dive with Danielle Wyres of Titan Solar Power
How Danielle Wyers deals with supply chain issues, work-life balance and more. Learn from one of the hardest working women in operations. In episode 16 we have a wonderful guest Danielle Wyres, Director of Fleet and Logistics at Titan Solar Power out of Mesa,...
Episode 15: Eliminate swivel chair management with fleet analytics
Learn the value of having all your fleet data in one place. Connecting your fleet data leads to a ton of value. In today’s podcast, Erin brings it full circle, digging into data stewardship by way of a single connected, integrated, powerful, easy-to-use fleet...
Episode 14: Fleet Management Metrics, KPIs all Fleet Managers Should be Tracking
The fleet management metrics everyone needs to track: Fleet management KPIs that your operation can rally around Keeping our finger on the pulse of safe and efficient fleet operations takes a village. In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet, Erin digs...
Episode 13: Fuel Management Strategies in Volatile Times and For All Times
The best strategies for fleet fuel management: Fuel management solutions for expensive times. At this stage of the game, fleets still allow fuel prices to dictate how focused they are on their fuel, and sustainability efforts are behind the times. It always has...
IntelliShift Expands All-In-One Platform Capabilities with the Launch of Fleet Maintenance
IntelliShift Fleet Maintenance automates issue capture from all sources, streamlines task management, and aggregates data for modern fleet health and sustainability programs. COMMACK, N.Y., September 29, 2022 – IntelliShift, the leading connected fleet...
Episode 12: The first steps in developing a Fleet Safety Policy with the Fleet Safety Geeks
Listen to the podcast: Erin joins the Fleet Safety Geeks. Developing a fleet safety policy is a critical process and an integral part of managing a safe and efficient fleet. In this first of a three-part series on this topic, our own Erin Gilchrist appears as a...
Episode 11: Replacing Technology and Technology Providers, an Arduous but Critical Strategy
Listen to the podcast: Change doesn't have to be hard. In today’s marketplace, there are many options for fleet and vehicle technology. Often providers in this space fail to provide a fully integrated and connected solution for their clients, leaving fleet...
Episode 10: Building a Culture of Safety; Changing Hearts & Minds on Safety and People Leadership
Listen to the podcast: Safety starts with the manager. Changing hearts and minds around safety in organizations can be difficult. Building a culture of safety can be even harder because it means something different. It means that safety is part of the very...
Episode 9: Control the Uncontrollable with AI Video Dash Cameras
Listen to the podcast: Drivers face the most dangerous roads since the 40's. In today’s environment of distractions and instant gratification, there’s an even greater need for technology in fleet vehicles that can protect drivers, fleet leaders and...
Episode 8: Inspections, A Foundational Step in Successful Fleet Management
Listen to the podcast: Inspections - where better fleet management starts In this episode of the Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin discusses the value of performing consistent and accurate vehicle and equipment inspections in your fleet. She digs into the...
Episode 7: Fleet Management Fireside Chat with Bob Mossing
Listen to the podcast: Straight Talk with a Fleet Geek In this episode of The Straight Talk on Fleet podcast, Erin hosts the Director of Global Fleet Administration at STERIS and Co-Host of The Fleet Safety Geeks Podcast, Bob Mossing. Bob Mossing is...
GPS Fleet Tracking: All You Need to Know
As a fleet manager, you know that keeping your assets in peak condition is essential to maintaining organizational productivity and efficiency. Many of the assets required for daily operations, from trucks to construction equipment, are expensive, with any damage or...
Everything You Need to Know About Self-Driving Trucks
Self driving trucks are rapidly evolving and quickly becoming a reality. Numerous governments, big players in the private sector, and truck manufacturers continue to invest heavily in perfecting this technology. To keep you from getting left behind, here’s everything...
Episode 6: Analytics’ Role In Predictive Maintenance Success
Watch the full episode: Your assets are telling you what they need. Are you listening? Almost everything that happens to your fleet and drivers can be prevented (or reduce the risk in a very meaningful way.) The keys to building a truly proactive and predictive...