5 Fleet Management Tips for Small Businesses
You don't need a large operations team to manage your fleet efficiently. These five tips help small businesses cut fuel costs and improve driver accountability.
Fleet management doesn't have to be complicated or expensive. Whether you have 2 vehicles or 20, these five tips will help you get more out of your fleet and cut unnecessary costs.
1. Set Up Geofences Around Your Base
Create a geofence around your business premises. Get alerted when vehicles leave outside of working hours. This alone can prevent unauthorized vehicle use and reduce liability.
2. Review Trip History Weekly
Set aside 15 minutes every Monday to review last week's trips. Look for unusually long routes, excessive idling, or out-of-hours activity. Erebos makes this easy with the trip history and replay features.
3. Use Speed Alerts
Set speed thresholds for each vehicle and get notified when they're exceeded. This improves driver safety, reduces fuel consumption, and lowers insurance premiums.
4. Assign Drivers to Vehicles
Using driver assignment in Erebos, you know exactly who was driving which vehicle at any given time. This is essential for accountability and for resolving disputes.
5. Schedule Regular Maintenance Reminders
Use mileage tracking to know when each vehicle is due for service. Set up maintenance reminders based on distance or time intervals. Preventive maintenance is always cheaper than repairs.