Investing in a fleet management solution is a big decision for public works and government organizations, so as you navigate your options, it’s understandable that you and your team will have questions. Since fleet software represents a significant financial investment and plays a critical role in the success of fleet operations, especially for larger fleets, you want to make sure you find a solution that offers value to your organization. The challenges fleets face are always changing. As fleet challenges change over time, technology is stepping up to help streamline management of vehicles, drivers, and jobs. Having an innovative, scalable telematics solution is critical to maintaining a reliable fleet. Fleet management technology allows organizations to harness the power of data and implement transformative digital strategies that can help improve operational performance. While the technology has endless applications based on the needs of each fleet, common themes emerge for how it can make a positive—and significant—impact. Users of telematics can expect to see improvements in cost control, operational efficiency, preventative maintenance, and data-based decision-making. At the conclusion of this session, participants will know what a fleet management solution can do for them, how technologies and features can work for their fleet, and how to adopt and implement a solution.
“After this session, participants will be better able to:
• Evaluate what a fleet management solution can do.
• Assess technologies and features that can work for your fleet.
• Adopt and implement a solution.”
Contributor/Source
Terry Dell-Director of Global Technical Sales
Proficiency Levels
Introductory
Focuses on a general or broad overview of the topic, awareness of basic factual recall. Limited experience of the subject matter is necessary to understand content areas.
Applied
Focuses on practical implementation of technical steps or strategies, some prior knowledge and experience of the topic is necessary.
Advanced
Mastery of basic concepts associated with an area has been obtained. Focuses on understanding nuances, advanced concepts, and intricacies with implementation within knowledge area. Strong understanding of how the concept impacts other factors or areas of operations.
Program Types
CLL
Click, Listen & Learn (CLL) are interactive educational webinars. Each program is led by top experts in the field who share new ideas, methods, and technologies in a fast-paced two-hour time frame. These programs are available free to APWA members. CLL programs are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs).
Primer
Primers are used to educate policymakers about public works roles and responsibilities in public rights of way, the impact of federal workforce development policies on the industry and workforce, and the importance of resilient infrastructure.
Public Works Radio Podcast
Public Works Radio is the official podcast of the American Public Works Association (APWA), bringing the stories behind our communities to life. This podcast shines a spotlight on the people and projects that keep our cities running—humanizing the work and the professionals who make it happen. Each episode dives into a wide range of topics designed to educate and inspire, making public works more visible to everyone.
PWX
PWX session recordings cover a wide variety of topics, including integrating modes of transportation, traffic and transit, construction management, emergency management, engineering and technology, fleet and facilities, management, parks and grounds, snow and ice control, and stormwater/flood control, as well as solid waste, roads and bridges and water/wastewater. PWX sessions are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs).
Reporter Articles
APWA Reporter articles are written by public works practitioners on subjects such as solid waste management, water resources, municipal engineering, transportation, equipment services, buildings and grounds, snow removal, and other public works-related topics.
Snow
The Snow Conference session recordings feature public works professionals sharing the latest best practices in managing winter/snow operations more successfully, taking advantage of emerging technologies, understanding and preparing for the challenges ahead, and providing better service to their communities. Snow sessions are eligible for continuing education units (CEUs).
Tech Boxes
A tech box is a PDF take-away that provides information in lists, steps, or defined areas specifically focused on trending technologies.
Virtual Program
Virtual programs are live, interactive educational programs led by top experts in the field who provide timely information or address trending topics within an area. Programs often conclude with an open forum for Q&A.