Daily Commute Diversifying, But Drivers Still Dominate
Unless you’re one of those Americans who works from home or has somehow found a job down the block, odds are you’re spending about 45 minutes a day getting to the office – a commute that costs you about $10 in gas, tolls and parking or for a ticket on mass transit.
Commissioned by financial giant Citi, the new study of commuting finds that Los Angelinos pay the most to get to work, a daily $16, while New Yorkers spend the most time commuting, an average 73 minutes a day.
Not everyone is unhappy about the time they spend getting to work, however. The study reveals that for two-thirds of American workers, their commute is seen as the only time they get to themselves, though others see the trip as a way to talk with friends.
PARS Launches New Customer Portal with Enhanced Fleet Management Capabilities
PARS, a leader in fleet vehicle transport and logistics, launched its new online customer portal today. The secure gateway features more real-time data, fleet management tools, and reports that address the increased complexity of fleet vehicle transport projects.
“We have invested in the latest web development technology to simplify navigation, enhance project management, and make doing business with PARS easier than ever,” notes Lori Rasmussen, president of PARS. “Today’s fleet manager needs the ability to combine vehicle transport with any number of adjunct services, such as storage, license and titling, body repair or maintenance. Our new system integrates Big Data collection, expands reports and offers greater management control.”
Developing Comprehensive Fleet Maintenance Facilities
One recent area of growth for Mercury Associates has been in strategic planning for comprehensive fleet maintenance facilities.
HEINEKEN Ireland Appoints Fleet Logistics UK to Professionalize Fleet
Pictured: Fernando Lallana, Procurement Services Manager, HEINEKEN Ireland
HEINEKEN Ireland, a wholly owned subsidiary of international brewer, HEINEKEN NV, has appointed the UK division of Fleet Logistics International to professionalize the management of its fleet.
HEINEKEN Ireland had employed the same fleet management supplier since 2010, but decided the time was right to go out to the market in a tender exercise to see what other suppliers in the market could offer. After an intense selection process, the company opted for Fleet Logistics UK as its new fleet management partner ahead of a number of other potential providers.
It’s Time to Work with the Sourcing Department
As a fleet professional, it’s your job to educate the Sourcing Department internally — which, in turn, will help you understand and embrace what Sourcing can do to make your job easier.
