Fleet managers know: If there’s one feature that all utility companies have in common, it’s the importance of highly dependable, well-maintained vehicles. The transportation of technicians, engineers, and installation professionals is part of what makes field service possible. 3 Ways to Win A fleet manager who is willing to interpret data and adapt their fleet…
Read moreThe rise of the remote workforce has transformed fleet management. Legions of remote workers are operating company vehicles from dozens of disconnected locations. Keeping track of the daily details takes an incredible effort. Fleet managers do the hard work of analyzing costs and benchmarking budgets no matter the conditions. Now that remote workers are operating…
Read moreBusinesses across industries lean on third-party partners all the time. Vendors step in and solve problems that are outside the scope of businesses’ resources or expertise, lending their knowledge as needed. It’s the role that EnSight+ fills for our clients. One such job was for a client that installs utility equipment. This client needed highly…
Read moreField service managers are, in many ways, the glue that holds utility companies together. They oversee and keep track of a company’s technicians, engineers, repairmen, and linemen, giving them the direction, guidance, and support they need to carry out their day-to-day tasks. Below we’ll discuss four key field service manager responsibilities and why they’re important…
Read moreFleet management software and telematics are powerful digital toolboxes. Here’s a comprehensive breakdown of the fleet management software features and applications found in the best platforms.
Read moreThe field service manager is in many ways the glue that holds utility companies together. They oversee and keep track of a company’s technicians, engineers, repairmen, and linemen, giving them daily direction and guidance. Related: Fleet Manager Skills That Make a Difference This large amount of responsibility is likely going to come with some challenges…
Read moreThe creation and upkeep of a fleet management budget are the first responsibilities given to a new fleet manager. It’s Easier than You Think After all, effective fleet budgeting determines the dollar amount that can be reinvested into the business. This article walks you through a few fleet budget strategies that can be applied to…
Read moreIn terms of fleet safety, the annual accident rate for commercial fleet drivers is 20 percent. That means drivers behind fleet vehicles have a one-in-five chance of getting in an accident in any given year. That number is around three times the risk of regular commuters.
Read moreKey performance indicators (KPIs) are business metrics that provide raw quantitative data about your company’s performance. Unfortunately, too many field service professionals are leaving valuable insights on the table and making decisions based on inaccurate assumptions. Without using KPIs to measure your company’s performance, it will be difficult to measure how well you’re fulfilling organizational…
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