Chances are your competitor has already gone paperless. Going paperless optimises fleet efficiency, something required if a fleet wants to remain modern. Optimising technician efficiency not only helps maintain your fleet’s competitive edge but also helps minimise downtime, increase response times, and increase vehicle uptime.
We understand that transitioning from your current vehicle maintenance processes can seem daunting. However, by the end of this blog, we guarantee you will feel equipped with the necessary insights to feel confident about having your fleet go paperless.
Challenges and Solution
As technology continues evolving, the reliance on paper-based processes has proven to bring more challenges than benefits. With fleets striving for greater efficiency, the drawbacks of maintaining paper-centric workflows have become increasingly apparent. These drawbacks include:
- Delays and Errors
Paper-based systems are prone to inefficiencies due to manual handling, storage, and retrieval processes- resulting in delays and errors. They also do not allow for collaboration and decision-making, as information cannot be accessed in real time. - Inefficient Manual Processes
Manual processes in workshops lead to delays and errors. Tasks such as handwritten work orders, manual data entry, and physical paperwork can result in unnecessary downtime. - Risk to Critical Information
Paper documentation in technician workflows poses risks such as loss, damage, or misplacement of critical information, leading to operational disruptions. Additionally, reliance on paper increases the likelihood of data breaches or unauthorised access, compromising sensitive customer or business information.
Investing in a fleet management app that integrates directly with your fleet software allows technicians to instantly access work orders, job details, and customer information directly from the workshop floor, eliminating the inefficiencies of manual paperwork. Receiving real-time updates and notifications ensures technicians are always informed of changes or new assignments, facilitating better planning and prioritisation.
Features of AssetWorks FleetFocus EDGE
AssetWorks FleetFocus EDGE allows users to access fleet management software from any device, allowing technicians to remain connected.
“One of our guys could just simply be right at his toolbox or be in the vehicle, look up at a diagram or an updated work order, and switch to the next job,” Terry Howard, AssetWorks EDGE Customer
Countless features allow FleetFocus EDGE to simplify the workflow for technicians, including:
- Maintenance Management: Track vehicle maintenance schedules, receive maintenance alerts, and access maintenance history.
- Reporting & Analytics: Retrieve detailed reports and analytics to aid decision-making and performance evaluation.
- Electronic Work Orders: Create, manage, and complete work orders digitally.
- Fully Responsive Interface: Access fleet information and functionalities from a smartphone, tablet, desktop, or laptop.
- Integration Capabilities: All data is automatically integrated with AssetWorks fleet management software, FleetFocus
