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Q: My fleet is ‘non-standard’ including all types of vehicles, equipment and plant. We find most systems are aimed at standard fleets, is there anything out there that I can use?

Ask the Expert - Ashley Sowerby - managing director, Chevin Fleet Solutions

A: There are a number of ‘off the shelf’ packages available, with many software providers claiming that their solutions are multi-vehicle faceted. But when it comes to the crunch, this is rarely the case.

When choosing a system you need to consider what flexibility software suppliers can offer you and do your research before signing on the dotted line. Talking to existing customers to find out if the software you’re investing in has demonstrated a tangible ROI in a similar setting is a good starting point.

Keeping a savvy hat on from the outset and asking yourself the question ’do they know and understand my business?’ will give you a good indication of the vender’s ability to streamline processes within your non-standard fleet. If a software provider isn’t prepared to think like you, work like you and challenge your business processes then walk away and don’t look back! A software system should add value to your business not equal more costs and complications.

Chevin Fleet Solutions is unique in its approach and product offering and, through its 20 year’s of experience, can offer tailored systems and expert consultancy to match your individual business process needs.

For example, FleetWave® from Chevin Fleet Solutions is a highly sophisticated enterprise asset management system that is extensively used to manage all types of assets across a multitude of global market sectors. From lawnmowers to 44-Tonne Articulated Trucks, Ambulances including defribulators and stretchers to Plant Hire, Portable Site accommodation to Containers on Ships, mobile phones and telematic black boxes to Staff Uniforms and Police Gun allocations. You name it, FleetWave® can and does handle it.

With non-standard fleets, a one sized fits all software solution will yield few benefits. To reduce cost, whilst improving efficiencies, make sure you select a provider who will be able to understand your needs and add real value to your offering. For software to generate a genuine return, it must be shaped around your business. Trying to fit your business processes around a static system will end in disaster.

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