Nearly every aspect of managing a fleet of commercial vehicles requires an efficient tech stack. If you're still using unresponsive or outdated programs for your dispatch, vehicle maintenance, DOT compliance, and hiring and onboarding processes, your team (who is likely wearing many hats already) is wasting valuable time, money, and resources.
Below, we delve into the importance of evaluating and updating your software solutions on a regular basis, and we explain what you should be looking for in these four key areas of fleet management.
Putting a modern dispatch software solution in place allows you to maintain regular communication between drivers and dispatchers, optimize and improve the safety of routing, and reduce rising fuel costs.
When you're choosing new dispatch software, consider the following features:
Remember, your dispatch software is only as effective as the individuals using it. Dispatchers who maintain open communication with drivers throughout their routes, and proactively plan to get them to their next stop as efficiently and safely as possible, will help your company get the most value out of your new dispatch software application.
Any type of well-oiled machine requires regular maintenance. In order to keep your fleet running smoothly, minimize downtime, and avoid roadside inspection violations, your commercial vehicles need to be in tip-top condition for your drivers.
An effective maintenance management system can help you monitor vehicle performance, schedule preventative maintenance, and manage repair work orders.
Here are some key features to look for in a vehicle maintenance management solution:
Did you know the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) evaluates your company's safety performance and compliance based on your vehicle maintenance efforts? Read this Foley article to find out how you can stay in good standing this inspection season.
Staying on top of ever-changing DOT regulations is a full-time job, and sometimes, you simply don't have the bandwidth or the knowledge to do so. That's where a DOT compliance partner like Foley can help. A comprehensive compliance management solution can help you meet the latest federal requirements and keep up with critical recordkeeping.
Check for these essential features when evaluating DOT compliance software solutions:
The compliance programs above are just the tip of the iceberg regarding what Foley's software provides for your business. Our compliance experts can show you all we have to offer in our user-friendly platform when you request a free demo appointment.
Attracting and retaining skilled CDL drivers is essential for your fleet's success.
Introducing software specifically designed for the transportation industry into your hiring process can help you get the most valuable candidates out of your recruiting efforts and grow your company to keep up with demand.
Some key features of hiring and onboarding software should include are:
An efficient onboarding process helps turn promising applicants into productive employees faster than you ever thought possible. Dash, Foley's all-in-one hiring, screening, and onboarding software, lets you take control of each step in the driver employment process.
Whether you need help with staying DOT compliant because you're unfamiliar with the regulations, you don't have the headcount to do it yourself, or a combination of the two, the Foley team can get you on track toward comprehensive and consolidated compliance. Schedule a FREE DOT compliance software demo now to get started.
Our team can also help you hire employees who drive, and run an efficient background screening for drivers to ensure you're putting qualified, compliant professionals behind the wheel. Talk to a Foley expert now about Dash.