Transport and Fleet Management

This 2-day course provides essential skills in transport and fleet management, focusing on efficiency and compliance. Designed for fleet managers, logistics professionals, and supervisors, it equips participants with tools to optimize fleet operations.

Efficient transport and fleet management are vital for cost-effective logistics and supply chain operations in industries like manufacturing, retail, and construction. Transport and Fleet Management is a 2-day course designed to equip professionals with the skills to manage vehicle fleets effectively. The course covers fleet planning, maintenance, driver management, fuel optimization, and compliance with South African transport regulations, tailored to commercial and industrial fleets.

Participants will learn to develop fleet management plans, schedule preventive maintenance, and implement driver training programs to enhance safety and efficiency. The course addresses challenges like high fuel costs, vehicle downtime, and regulatory compliance, providing strategies to optimize fleet performance and reduce operational costs. It explores technologies like GPS tracking and telematics for real-time fleet monitoring and data-driven decision-making.

Hands-on exercises guide participants in creating maintenance schedules and analysing fleet performance metrics, while case studies showcase successful fleet management practices. The course is ideal for professionals seeking to improve fleet efficiency, ensure compliance, and enhance logistics performance.

By the end, attendees will be equipped to manage transport fleets, optimize resources, and implement technology-driven solutions, contributing to cost savings and operational success.

Day 1: Fleet Planning and Operations

• Principles of fleet management: Planning and optimization.
• Vehicle selection and lifecycle management.
• Driver management: Training and safety protocols.
• Exercise: Developing a fleet management plan.

Day 2: Maintenance and Technology

• Preventive maintenance schedules and inspections.
• Fuel optimization and cost reduction strategies.
• Using GPS and telematics for fleet tracking.
• Case study: Optimizing a commercial fleet.

• Fleet managers and logistics professionals.
• Supervisors in manufacturing, retail, or construction.
• Operations staff managing vehicle fleets.
• Individuals seeking fleet management expertise.

• Develop effective fleet management plans.
• Schedule preventive maintenance and driver training.
• Optimize fuel consumption and reduce operational costs.
• Implement GPS and telematics for fleet monitoring.
• Ensure compliance with South African transport regulations.
• Enhance fleet efficiency and logistics performance.

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