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Fleets have a voice to express how the UK can achieve net-zero emissions in transportation by 2050. The UK is the first major economy to pass net-zero emissions law to end its contribution to global warming. To achieve net-zero, a set of steps will offset the number of greenhouse gases (GHG) in the atmosphere. The…

For over 40 years, AssetWorks FleetFocus has been the premier fleet management software system for both private and public fleets. Is it time for your fleet to join the 550+ organisations across North America and the United Kingdom currently using FleetFocus? After investing in FleetFocus, you can expect many benefits, including: 1. Schedule preventive maintenance at the right time…

Your fleet organisation is more than just a collection of vehicles, parts and data. Your fleet is comprised of people: from fleet managers and shop technicians to data analysts and drivers. Without these people, your fleet would not operate at its best. So why shouldn’t you provide them with today’s top tools for their roles?…

In 2013, the Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report saying many government agencies are not following necessary fleet management best practices, including effective life-cycle cost analysis. Life-cycle cost analysis takes all aspects of a fleet vehicle or asset into account, from procurement and maintenance to disposal. In a survey conducted by AssetWorks, 80% of respondents…

Manchester, United Kingdom, 14th June 2022 – AssetWorks is known for providing innovative and practical solutions to continue allowing their 1,000+ customers to thrive. To continue doing so, they announced the release of a new business intelligence solution, Asset Analytics. The new innovative product was announced at AssetWorks’ annual customer event in Hollywood, California, to over 400…

When you think about a startup company, what comes to mind? While table tennis tables, kegs, and open office concepts were popular trends in the startup space, what is often envied about startups is their culture. Startups are fast-paced, dynamic, and a true team effort. While there are pros and cons to startup culture, there…

AssetWorks article as seen in Fleet World, Sustainable Fleets issue, page 34. Charging infrastructure is the most difficult part of fleet electrification, because of the immense planning, coordination, capital, and expertise that it requires. Increasingly, “Charging as a Service” or CaaS is discussed by fleets as a possible solution. CaaS is a different approach to fueling…

If you’re just starting out in the fleet management software world, or if you are looking to improve current practices, it’s never a bad time to investigate a SaaS solution. A SaaS solution means that you receive the same software you already had (in some cases, with some additional functionality) but with several other benefits…

You hear almost every day about the manufacturing of internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicles being halted by 2035. More electric vehicles are making their way onto the road, causing a revolution in the fleet industry. A circular economy approach is needed to fully integrate electric vehicles (EVs) to reduce the environmental impact- by reusing, repairing,…

Councils are not known for their forward-thinking attitudes; but Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council is on a mission to change the public’s perspective. As part of his role, Gareth Healy, Fleet Manager at Redcar & Cleveland Borough Council, is championing digitising the business. Accelerating the council’s fleet technology was a key element of this. The…

A fleet management plan serves as the cornerstone for an effective fleet management system. These plans provide a road map for organisations to understand their objectives, long-term fleet management, and maintenance strategies. In this blog, you’ll learn the five steps to effective fleet planning, from completing an asset inventory to financial planning. 1) Complete an…

The majority of people do not like going to the dentist but going is a routine appointment to prevent cavities. Another type of preventative maintenance is having to get an oil change on your vehicle. Seeing your oil change light come on your dash is never a welcoming sight, but it is necessary to keep…