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How does tire pressure affect mileage accuracy?

Jason — Sat, 31 Mar 2012 14:17:50 +0000

Tires that are slightly under-inflated might seem like a trivial matter and, over short distances, they generally are. But change the distance or the number of fleet vehicles with tires that haven’t been inflated to the correct pressure and the effect is significant. And it’s hurting more than just your fuel economy.

Something that’s important to a lot of commercial fleets is recording mileage – it might be used in a range of situations including:

Determining next vehicle service
Replacement of vehicle parts such as tires or oil filters
Off road tax credits
Calculating fuel economy
Warranty claims
Route optimization

It’s important then that fleets can rely on accurate mileage reports for their vehicles. So how can incorrectly inflated tires affect the vehicle’s instrument accuracy, and how can you make sure this doesn’t affect your fleet?

Changing tire pressure changes instrument readings

Let’s just reiterate that tire pressure won’t have a big impact on instrument readings, but when any slight variation is extrapolated over a large number of fleet vehicles then the discrepancy can be significant enough to warrant your attention.

So how does incorrect inflation affect the vehicle’s instrument readings?

In most vehicles, speed and distance readings are based on the number of axle revolutions rather than turns of the wheel. Instruments use the standard diameter of the wheel to calculate how much distance has been covered, and base odometer and speedometer readings on that. But overinflating or underinflating the tire changes the diameter, slightly skewing the calculations. For example, an overinflated tire has a larger diameter and thus covers a greater distance with each axle turn. The result is that the odometer under-reports the actual distance covered, and the speed will also be less than what it normally would be.

Solving the tire pressure problem

While the mechanical instruments in a vehicle can be affected by the wrong tire pressure, there is something that isn’t. Intelligent fleet management systems that use GPS tracking maintain accuracy regardless of the vehicle’s tire pressure. Customers using Telogis have verified its accuracy for both mileage and vehicle engine hours, providing a much more reliable method of tracking vehicle metrics.

Five more reasons to avoid incorrect tire pressure

While we’re talking about tires with the wrong PSI reading, here are a number of other reasons to keep tires at the correct pressure.

Accidents – Studies indicate that underinflated tires are a contributing factor in more than 20% of accidents.
Overheating – Underinflated tires are more prone to overheating, which can lead to other problems.
Blowouts – There is a greater risk of the tire suffering a blowout due to more exposure against sharp road edges.
Uneven tire wear – Both underinflated or overinflated tires create an abnormal contact pattern on the road, causing uneven tire wear, either on the edge of the tire wall or along the center line.
Fuel economy – Underinflated tires can reduce a vehicle’s fuel efficiency.

So even though your fleet management software is keeping accurate speed and mileage records, there is still good reason to keep tires properly inflated. Telogis Fleet can help you do that working with tire pressure monitoring systems to alert you whenever vehicles are not inflated to the recommended pressure rating.

New Work Health and Safety Bill – How does it affect you?

Jason — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 14:46:40 +0000

With the new Work Health and Safety Bill, due for release on January 1, 2012, Australian businesses need to review their workplace safety, as the bill further extends the scope of business liability for employee welfare.

Of particular interest to fleet managers is that vehicles are defined as a ‘workplace’ and a duty of care is imposed on employers to ensure the health and safety of their mobile employees within this workplace.

Fines up to $600,000 or imprisonment

Business managers are nervous about the impact of the new legislation since failure to comply carries possible fines of up to $600,000 or a term of up to five years imprisonment. Obviously the Australian government is sending a strong message to all businesses about the need to review and strengthen their workplace safety. for failure to uphold this duty, businesses need to put in place solid practices around fleet safety to limit their liability.

A recent blog post discussed how Australian businesses need to rethink how they manage the safety of their mobile workers. The new bill puts pressure on management to take even more responsibility for the safety of their workers, wherever they are, and for some firms with staff who work in distant, remote locations or travel thousands of miles, that creates a significant challenge.

So what can managers do to make sure they’re doing everything reasonable possible to keep their mobile workers and company drivers safe whenever they’re on the job?

Technology creating safer mobile work environments

Many firms with mobile workers are taking the prudent step of implementing safety measures now, rather than waiting for an accident or legislation to force their hand. And intelligent, location-based applications are helping managers create safer working environments and helping them sleep easier at night.

Smart telematics systems, such as Telogis Fleet, are revolutionizing the way mobile resources are managed, from workers, to vehicles, and high-value assets. The system focuses on prevention by monitoring factors that are often common causes of workplace accidents, such as dangerous driving, tiredness, poor scheduling, and missed maintenance.

Unsafe driving – Monitor and manage incidents of dangerous driving such as speeding, swerving, hard braking or acceleration.
Driver fatigue – Drivers, particularly for long haul routes, can often work long hours in remote areas. This increases the temptation to work longer than they should, breaking hours of service requirements and running the risk of driver fatigue, significantly increasing the chance of having an accident. GPS tracking can automate tracking of hours driven and assist workers to comply with a safe driving environment.
Unauthorized use – Use real-time alerts to make sure assets (vehicles, construction equipment etc.) are not being used without authorization (outside of work hours or permitted areas).
Accurate maintenance scheduling – GPS tracking ensures vehicles are maintained when needed (based on automated tracking of mileage, engine hours or other vehicle diagnostics) rather than at arbitrary intervals that sometimes get overlooked or ignored.

Legal compliance is a good reason to use technology to create a safe working environment, but the good news is that businesses that take action now stand to enjoy a range of other benefits.

Staying on top of safety has other benefits

Aside from the legal benefits of providing a safe work environment for mobile workers, there are several other benefits for firms that take steps to effectively manage fleet safety.

Reduced insurance premiums – A record of safe driving combined with GPS tracking often leads to insurance companies offering reduced premiums. GPS tracking is an effective anti-theft device and leads to faster asset recovery, while driver monitoring reduces incidents of dangerous driving and vehicle accidents. Contact your insurance company and enquire about savings you can make on vehicle and accident insurance levies.
Improved worker morale – When workers see changes being made to improve their safety they feel more appreciated and valued. Taking positive action backs up company claims of a safe working environment.
Less downtime and accident costs – Safety often seems like an unnecessary expense until an accident occurs. Then businesses realize the true cost of an unsafe working environment. Smart businesses know that efforts made now to create a safer working environment are actually a good investment in the future profitability of the firm.

So if you’re concerned about keeping your mobile workers safe, learn more about the advantages of equipping your fleet with Telogis Fleet, and enjoy greater peace of mind and a safe working environment before you run into trouble with the new Work Health and Safety Bill 2011.

Runaway bulldozer? Telogis have an app for that

Jason — Tue, 11 Oct 2011 14:09:15 +0000

If you own construction equipment you don’t want it getting into the wrong hands. The construction manager of a building site in England had a rude shock to find his JCB bulldozer had gone missing. Turns out it was in the hands of a madman, who had stolen the bulldozer from the constructin site and was rampaging through the village, using the bulldozer as a “ram rod”, destroying gravestones in the local cemetery.

The news report stated that the man was eventually apprehended after causing approximately £15,000 (USD$23,378) worth of damage, and significant damage to the bulldozer, which had been driven at speeds of up to 20MPH, dangerously fast for this type of vehicle.

The incident is a stark reminder to owners of construction equipment, or any asset left at a building site, that they are often an easy and appealing target for thieves or vandals. It can be a major headache for construction companies that can face increased insurance premiums, the cost of equipment repair or replacement and public liability claims.

Protecting building sites a challenge

It’s not easy for building site managers to protect their on-site equipment from unauthorized use. Construction sites are often remote, have easy access and are generally unmonitored after-hours. The vehicles are not always fitted with high-tech security or anti-theft devices, lowering the barrier for opportunistic criminals to wreak havoc with your gear.

And, for some errant types, like the one mentioned earlier or even a James Bond wannabe, the sheer thrill of tearing up the road in a piece of heavy equipment is just too much of a temptation to ignore.

Construction managers are fighting back with the help of Telogis fleet management software. Tired of rising insurance premiums and costly downtime caused by repeated incidents of vandalism and theft, construction fleet owners are fitting their high-value assets with GPS tracking devices.

How do these tracking devices work to protect construction equipment? What benefits do they offer and is it improving ROI in the construction industry?

GPS tracking making construction firms more profitable

While there is an initial cost for setting up GPS tracking, it is soon outweighed by the benefits provided to fleet managers. In fact, most fleets experience a positive ROI within 120 days of implementing a telematics solution.
Aside from the financial benefits, fleet managers are also switching on to telematics for the peace of mind it provides, knowing GPS tracking is monitoring their equipment around the clock, seven days a week.

Telogis telematics improves the bottom line for construction fleets in several ways.

Work site compliance – Efficiently comply with restricted access areas, noise ordinances and hours of operation. Easily monitor start and stop times, worker activity or equipment use and receive instant alerts for any exceptions.
Increased productivity – Crews are often more productive when supervisors are on-site. With Telogis you can monitor how much time supervisors are spending at the work site, as well as keeping an eye on excessive congregating.
Improved asset security – Monitor unauthorized use in real-time, regardless of where or when it happens. It doesn’t matter whether your equipment is old or new, non-powered or even outside the cellular network, asset tracking can prevent misuse and, in the event of theft, assets can be recovered faster, saving you downtime and insurance costs.

There are plenty of benefits for construction firms to be running Telogis telematics, and if the owner of the building site mentioned at the start had been using it, thousands of dollars worth of damage could have been prevented, not to mention the endangerment to public safety.

Don’t wait until after someone goes crazy with one of your bulldozers before you take action. Find out more about Telogis Fleet today!

If you’re in business you’ll know all about quoting for a job, also known as tendering or bidding on new work. If you’ve been in business for a while you’ve probably learned a few tricks along the way, things that can mean the difference between a successful quote and one that isn’t.

And it’s not just about winning the contract either. A job poorly quoted might mean you’re the cheapest option for the customer but it can end up being an expensive burden for your business because you failed to cost it accurately, otherwise known as underquoting.

So how can you make sure your quotes win you business, rather than becoming an expensive headache? Try the following three secrets of successful quoting, secrets that tap into the power of telematics and GPS tracking, which are crucial for a mobile workforce.

#1 – Successful quotes are fast

The pace of business has rapidly increased over the last 10 years and along with that your prospects expectations of timeframes have changed. The immediacy of email, not to mention social media channels such as Twitter and Facebook, mean prospective customers will move on to your competition if you take too long to get back to them with a quote.

Speed up the quote process by having accurate cost data at your fingertips. A solution such as Telogis Route can provide you with accurate route costs in a matter of seconds, based on a wide range of business costs including fuel, vehicle use, labor and maintenance, to help you create custom quotes fast. The faster you get back to a prospect with an accurate quote the better impression you create and a better chance you’ll win the contract.

#2 – Successful quotes are accurate

For some businesses, quoting is more art than science, pulling numbers out of thin air and hoping they’re “about right”. Sometimes it works but in most cases it means you’re quoting too low to make a reasonable profit or too high and losing business. GPS fleet tracking allows you to keep accurate records of miles driven, fuel purchases and labor costs – essentially everything that goes into your costs per mile expenses.

Combining your costs per mile with your GPS route planning software allows you to quickly calculate the cost of servicing a new client and from there you can determine what your best price will be, without it being a loss leader!

#3 – Successful quotes don’t lose you money

A successful quote isn’t necessarily the winning quote – it’s the quote that is a win-win; a win for your business and obviously an attractive offer for the soon-to-be customer. That means you need to know all the costs that factor into every mile you drive – based on current running costs (not last year’s or a report done five years ago) for your fleet. Only then are you able to make sure your quotes aren’t driving your business into the ground – creating a lot of work but not much money.

With a real-time telematics solution you’ll have visibility on all your operating costs, with today’s costs, which is becoming increasingly important, particularly with fuel prices rising quickly.

A GPS solution for more profitable quotes

To start creating successful, more profitable quotes you need to have systems in place to capture the data you need to make those informed decisions. A data-driven approach helps you to know your business better and create accurate quotes using a range of recorded fleet costs such as fuel, maintenance and labor but to do that you need a reliable telematics system, such as the Telogis GPS fleet tracking system.

It might be all you need to take your quotes from hit and miss, to fast, accurate and profitable.

GPS – Now calculating fleet savings as well as routes

Jason — Wed, 25 May 2011 14:17:23 +0000

We know that a GPS unit can calculate a route, but what about calculate savings? An advanced business planning tool, Telogis Route, is gaining popularity for its ability to help fleets calculate savings on planned routes.

Telogis Route is a route optimization application that is part of the Telogis platform, a complete telematics solution that uses GPS technology. It’s used by fleets to calculate smarter routes for drivers, schedule vehicles and personnel as well as helping fleet managers calculate costs and compare routes.

What is every mile driven really costing you?

Before this GPS software can calculate savings it first needs to know what your costs are. You might not even be aware of all the costs involved in running your fleet. There are often a wide range of both direct and indirect operating expenses, as well as fixed and variable costs of running your vehicles and paying your drivers.

By identifying all costs associated with each trip you’ll be in a much better position to manage your costs and make some significant savings!

Costs can change over time as well so make sure you keep your vehicle and driver information up-to-date to improve the accuracy of your decisions.

Compare routes

Now that you’ve entered your fleet operating costs, you can start to see the real potential of a tool like this to reduce costs and improve your bottom line.

For example, one feature can give you immediate feedback on the dollar cost of a route, based on the vehicle being used and the crew required to operate it. That sort of information can be used to make smart business decisions such as the profitability of taking on a new client, using a different vehicle on a route or changing the crew.

It also means the order or sequence of jobs that are required to be done can be put in the most efficient order. Job assignment is smarter too, minimizing out-of-route miles and unnecessary travel.

Makes decision-making easier

When you’re in the middle of a hectic dispatch office and planning for the needs of a busy fleet, it can be challenging to think clearly and analyze all the relevant factors of a particular decision. Chances are you’ll miss something, forget a truck or a driver or send someone doubling back unnecessarily. It all costs money and cuts into your overall profitability.

Automating with Telogis Route means nothing is overlooked when choosing and assigning routes and jobs to drivers. You can trust that it will be creating the most economical and efficient routes, day in and day out, without the brain strain – perfect for those days your head hurts just thinking about it all.

Review your performance for additional fine-tuning

There are always tweaks you can make to your game plan to enhance your profitability even further. Telogis Route includes a useful Actual vs. Plan feature that lets you review your fleet’s past performance to see how closely the optimized routing is being followed.

It means potential problems or needed driver training can be addressed to make sure you’re getting the full benefit of the optimized route planning created by Telogis Route.

Calculating savings – A better way to manage

So GPS is a valuable tool, not just for calculating a route to your next destination, but for providing valuable location data to calculate efficient routes for your drivers, optimize job sequencing and job assignments as well as territory planning – which all add up to valuable savings for fleets of all sizes.

GPS systems helping AT&T with the National Clean Fleets Partnership

Jason — Tue, 12 Apr 2011 14:00:53 +0000

How are GPS systems helping some of the world’s largest fleets turn green? And what does this have to do with President Obama’s ambitious aims of reducing the 11 billion barrels of foreign oil imported every day, by over a third? The two are connected and part of a wider movement among corporate fleets to minimize and reduce any negative impact on the environment.

AT&T joins the National Clean Fleets Partnership

AT&T was recently announced as one of the five charter member fleets included as part of the National Clean Fleets Partnership, along with FedEx, PepsiCo, UPS and Verizon. The partnership aims to help large fleets reduce fuel use through a range of green fleet initiatives such as electric vehicles, alternative fuels, and fuel-saving measures into their day-to-day operations.

AT&T is an ideal vehicle (no pun intended) for promoting clean, green fleets in America. Not only is it one of the largest fleets in the world but it has already taken measures to reduce its dependence on fossil fuels. This is a vital step forward, and AT&T are an excellent role model for corporate America to follow and adopt similar clean fleet policies.

To illustrate how big of an impact large fleets can have on our dependence for foreign oil, in 2009, commercial fleets consumed over 4 billion gallons of diesel and gasoline fueling around three million vehicles every year. With a massive fleet like AT&T leading the charge for leaner corporate fleets, it gives us confidence that others will follow and we will see much less demand for finite fossil fuels, fuels that are putting pressure on the economy and contributing to climate change.

What are AT&T doing right now to promote clean fleets?

The National Clean Fleets Partnership aims to tap into government resources, such as the DOE, to assist members to take advantage of the latest technology and scientific research to reduce fuel use. Other fleets are being challenged to join the program and help America move forward, economically, environmentally and for reasons of national security.

Over the next 10 years, AT&T will be replacing 15,000 vehicles with both hybrid and CNG-powered vehicles. Currently AT&T are testing the Smith Newton electric vehicles (EV), which they are using as delivery trucks.

But even right now AT&T are taking steps to create a clean, green fleet with the help of GPS fleet tracking systems. Using telematics technology, AT&T are not only able to closely monitor their green metrics (fuel use, miles driven etc.) but can actively use it to find more efficient ways to operate.

Driving a Clean Fleet with GPS Tracking

There are several initiatives that fleet owners can undertake when using Telogis telematics to go green.

Improve response times
Eliminate after-hours use
Cut idling by more than 25%
Ensure emissions compliance
Reduce out-of-route miles by 30%
Monitor and improve driver behavior
Reduce speeding for better fuel economy
Maintain vehicles to extend asset longevity
Deploy the right skill-set in the most efficient vehicle

If you’re a fleet owners there’s never been a better time to support America than now as the government refuses to ‘hit the snooze button’ on the fuel crisis this time round. Join the revolution, and follow the lead of the founding members of the National Clean Fleets Partnership like AT&T that are showing being green, being profitable and being patriotic can all be achieved together.

Is it legal to track employees using GPS?

Jason — Mon, 07 Mar 2011 14:04:53 +0000

GPS fleet tracking is growing in popularity as managers discover the many benefits of being able to follow their vehicles in real-time, as well as generating reports on worker activity.

But some employers worry that by tracking staff using GPS will expose their business to a lawsuit. Is it legal to use GPS to track staff?

What is GPS tracking?

What are we referring to when we talk about GPS tracking? Essentially it is where an employee’s vehicle is fitted with a GPS tracking device, or the GPS feature on their phone is activated to track their movements throughout the day*. The employer uses this information to know where workers have been during the day, as well as other GPS-related information such as time on the job or vehicle speed.

*There are two types of GPS devices – connected and disconnected. A connected device will send out a signal that can be tracked by an authorized user in real-time. A disconnected device will store that information and someone can review the data when the device returns to the office. There are pros and cons for both types but a connected device is the more popular choice because it gives employers the ability to act quickly on time-critical information, such as knowing who is closest to an ad-hoc job and can respond faster.

The employer may use a web-based service (or SaaS software), such as Telogis Fleet, to track these GPS devices so they can view them from anywhere that has an internet connection, normally in the office. They may receive instant alerts when certain ‘rules’ or parameters are breached, such as speeding, driving dangerously, entering no-go areas (such as a bar or casino during work hours) or when the vehicle is having mechanical problems.

So you’ve decided to install GPS tracking devices so you know what you’re staff are doing throughout the day – will you get into trouble with the law?

Is GPS tracking staff legal?

There seem to be a variety of opinions on how legal it is with some commentators saying it is a ‘gray’ area but the general consensus is that, if done properly, then you won’t have to fear a legal challenge from an employee.

The difficulty seems to be balancing the rights of a business to know how company equipment is being used and what employees are doing while on the clock, with a worker’s right to privacy.

The answer seems to be as open as possible with your staff on what you are tracking and why. The chances of running in to legal problems are greatly increased when GPS tracking is done in secret, without an employee’s knowledge. Not only does that give them grounds for defense but may result in legal action for invasion of privacy.

Use GPS trackers on company property only
Inform staff before beginning GPS tracking and have them accept this as part of using company-owned equipment
Only collect and store information that is interferes or impacts on their job performance
Explain the benefits of using GPS tracking, possibly providing incentives to drivers now that real-time performance can be accurately measured

When done for the right reasons and with your staff on board, you’ll find it far less likely that you’ll run into legal problems, instead enjoying the safety, productivity and efficiency benefits lots of fleets are enjoying with GPS tracking.

Situational Awareness – How GPS is helping fleet managers get smart

Jason — Sun, 27 Feb 2011 14:30:30 +0000

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Situational awareness is the new buzzword among fleet managers and VPs, particularly those operating in high-pressure, dispatch situations, where trucks, drivers and other assets need to be corralled to respond to emergencies or ad-hoc jobs where little notice is given.

What is Situational Awareness?

Before we can talk about how GPS is helping create situational awareness, we first need to cover what it is. Essentially it is all about providing decision-makers (e.g. fleet managers) with the big picture, a 360 degree view of not just the fleet but other assets that need to be coordinated to respond to a new work order.

As the name suggests, situational awareness is about knowing what’s around you – something that’s difficult to do when you might be hundreds, or even thousands, of miles away from the incident you’re attempting to manage.

Situational awareness is about understanding the threats and opportunities early and being able to deal with them proactively, not hugely dissimilar from how government agencies attempt to prevent terrorist attacks, maintaining a constant state of alertness to stay one step ahead.

There’s no reason you can’t take advantage of situational awareness in the workplace to run a more nimble, agile team that is fast to respond the opportunities or threats.

How does GPS improve Situational Awareness?

GPS enhances situational awareness by improving your oversight of the entire fleet. GPS tracking can be a fleet managers eyes in the sky, on the ground and be wherever your fleet is, no matter how remote they might be, and all in real-time.

The aim of an efficient situational awareness system has been defined as something “to keep the operator tightly coupled to the dynamics of the environment” (Moray, 2005, p4) and a good telematics system can do just that for dispatch operators and fleet managers, providing real-time information on where fleet workers, vehicles and non-powered assets are located. To add to this, other elements of a “dynamic environment” that can be included are weather and traffic information. With Telogis Fleet AVL software, utilities can even overlay their custom GIS data, such as power lines and the exact coordinates of substations or power poles.

Telematics improves emergency response

In a disaster or during storm response you need a clear head and accurate information. Communication can be limited and the transport infrastructure damaged or limited. You need a robust solution that will allow you to make the best decision under the circumstances – restoring power quickly but without endangering the public or staff.

For example, imagine a hurricane hits Florida and you’re outage management system alerts you to power outages in several areas, possibly remote parts of the state. Timing is critical but rush into the wrong areas too early and your crews could get stranded or be put in a life-threatening situation. On the other hand, in a disaster, power is considered necessary to support the rescue operation so it’s highly important to have it restored as soon as possible. What do you do?

With an OMS and Telogis telematics as part of your command center, you’ll be able to:

Know where your crews are currently in relation to the location of the fault
Be able to dispatch the closest capable crew to a damaged asset, with precise turn-by-turn navigation
Route crews around the worst weather and traffic to speed their progress to affected sites
Monitor mutual aids such as arborists who may be required to visit an area first to remove fallen trees
Track assets even when cellular network is out of range or down using satellites
Know exactly when workers have finished and it’s safe to switch the power back on
Provide customers with accurate ETAs on power restoration and crew activity

Telogis telematics can give you the situational awareness you need to stay in control and manage your team with confidence and efficiency, no matter what the emergency is.

Secret to winning the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards

Jason — Tue, 15 Feb 2011 14:00:52 +0000

If you’re a fleet manager looking for recognition, then the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards 2011 (previously called the Green Fleet Awards) might be the perfect vehicle for you to earn the accolades you deserve.

Every year NAFA accept submissions from members for efforts made to make a fleet more environmentally-friendly, reducing its carbon footprint.

Green fleets are a growing trend, and the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards recognize the fact that minimizing the harmful effect of a fleet’s operations is not just desirable but becoming a compulsory part of effective fleet management.

The secret to winning the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards

If you’re intent on winning you can take a few hints from past winners.

For example, last year’s winner in the sedan and light truck category was Anthony Foster, fleet manager for Chesapeake Energy. Taking out this title proved the value of GPS fleet tracking, a telematics solution that allows managers to closely monitor vehicle mileage, excessive idling, out-of-route miles and inefficient route planning.

With a dashboard designed specifically to help fleet managers measure and control environmental metrics, such as fleet miles, fuel use and wasted miles, managers can easily use this technology to boost and verify their efforts to build a more sustainable fleet.

If you’d like to learn more about becoming a green fleet, have a read of this article explaining the steps involved in becoming a green fleet.

Why enter the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards?

If you’re a fleet manager you know that you work in a competitive environment. The key to opening up new opportunities and advancing your career can come down to something as simple as a little recognition, and when you consider that NAFA is the premier association for fleet managers in North America, an award from these guys could be just the ticket to highlight your yet-to-be-discovered skill-set to either a future employer, or make your current employer recognize (and hopefully reward) your true value.

Of course it’s not all about the honor and the glory that comes with a coveted award such as this; there’s also the not-so-small matter of doing your bit to make this planet breathe easier, easing the pressure on climate change and hopefully minimizing catastrophic climate change.

It all adds up to something worth doing, and worth getting on to now!

Who can submit an entry?

There are a few rules around entries submitted to the NAFA Sustainable Fleet Awards.

Entrants must be NAFA Members
Entries must be submitted by someone who is directly employed in a vehicle management role by any company, utility government agency, or not-for-profit organization in the United States or Canada
NAFA members can nominate themselves and/or their fleet team
When you nominate someone else they will need to verify the entry

What will entries be judged on?

Every entry is evaluated by experts in a range of related industries including fleet managers from both the private and public sector and will base their decision on factors such as innovation, originality and demonstrated accomplishment (this is when green fleet reports from Telogis Fleet really come in handy).

Don’t delay – Enter now

If you want to be eligible you’ll have to hurry! Entries close February 28, 2011 so submit your application via the NAFA website today!