Fleet Beat: The Top Fleet Industry Articles of May 2023

The Fleet Beat is a monthly newsletter filled with helpful resources to improve your fleet operations and boost your growth as a fleet manager. This month, we covered everything from data management to aftermarket parts.

Our Top Articles for May 2023

1. How The Bug Master mastered multi-channel data

Fleet operations generate an incredible amount of data—often to an overwhelming degree. But with the help of Fleetio and Coast, one Austin-based pest control company was able to create an ultimate "source of truth."

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Related Resources

• Understanding Fleet APIs: Unifying Data in One Place
• 15 Metrics Every Fleet Manager Should Be Tracking

2. Comparing aftermarket and OEM parts

Climbing prices and dwindling availability of OEM parts have caused many fleets to take a second look at the aftermarket. When it comes to what’s best for fleets, both options come with unique advantages and drawbacks.

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Related Resources

• Parts Inventory Management Spreadsheet
• Tips for Staying Competitive Despite Inflation

3. How to start scheduling preventive maintenance

Preventive maintenance (PM) schedules help fleets allocate their service resources optimally and keep their vehicles in top condition. To help fleets looking to structure their service work, we broke down how to create an effective PM schedule into 5 simple steps.

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Related Resources

• PM Schedule Template
• The Benefits of Strict PM Adherence

4. Save time with customized fleet management dashboards

Many fleet management systems allow users to personalize their dashboards in terms of layout and what data is displayed. By tailoring their dashboards to their precise needs, fleet managers can keep vital information surfaced at all times.

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Related Resources

• Benefits of Tailoring Reports to Stakeholder Interests
• Tips from a Fleet Manager: Time Management with Bryan Abbott

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