Stay Operational When Weather Turns: A Practical Disaster-Prep Playbook for Fleets
By Sara Burnam, RTA
Fall and winter bring ice, wind, and outages. This recipe poses a significant risk on America's roadways, leading to accidents and road closures. The fleets that fare best treat disasters like an operational discipline, not a once-a-year checklist.
Thanksgiving Roadway Safety Improving but Continued Action Remains Vital
"Thanksgiving is about gratitude, family and coming together with the people we love. We want every traveler to make it safely to the table,” said Lorraine Martin, NSC CEO. “We're encouraged by this trend, but 439 lives lost means 439 families facing an empty chair. Each of us has the power to prevent these tragedies through safe choices."
via National Safety Council
Geotab Survey: Fleet Concern Over Cargo Theft Rises as Consumers Connect Theft to Higher Prices
A new survey from Geotab Inc. shows that cargo theft remains a top-of-mind threat for U.S. fleet operators, with more than a third (38%) saying they are more worried about it today than they were a year ago.
Flexible, Modern Fuel Card Management Lets Fleet Managers Choose Their Preferred Solutions
RoadFlex offers flexible, modern fuel card management that lets fleet managers choose their preferred solutions while maintaining complete operational oversight.
‘Knowledge Speaks but Wisdom Listens’ ~ Jimi Hendrix
Elizabeth Wills, Senior VP of Client Services at Wheels, Inc., writes a beautiful Customer Driven column: Listening: Turning Feedback into Action, and it is perfect for this Thanksgiving week.
Elizabeth says, “Real listening begins with slowing down long enough to understand what’s really being said. When someone shares feedback, they’re not just offering information, they’re extending trust. They’re saying, ‘I believe you’ll do something with this.’ "
Our entire Fleet Management Weekly team wishes you and your family a lovely, fun Thanksgiving holiday.
Janice Sutton
Editor in Chief
