FLEETSense helped us cut 8.1% on fuel costs and improve mpg by 9.2%
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FLEETSense helped us
cut 8.1% on fuel costs
and improve mpg by
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9.2%
Stuart Payne, Commercial Director, Corporate Solutions
VOICE OF THE CUSTOMER
The Company
Birmingham-based logistics specialists Corporate Solutions provide bespoke
A fleet of 100 HGVs warehousing and distribution services for some of the UK’s largest retailers,
travelling 10 million including Smurfit Kappa, Lidl and Vax. The focus is to provide exceptionally high
service levels whilst continuously identifying and eliminating additional costs to
miles per year remain competitively priced.
The company runs a fleet of 100 44 tonne HGVs, fulfilling 60,000 temperature
controlled and ambient deliveries and travelling 10 million miles every year -
with less than 4% empty running.
“We are passionate about technology at Corporate Solutions,” says Stuart. “It lies
at the heart of our client offering, allowing us to reduce distribution costs and
carbon footprint while improving service.”
The Challenge
The company’s focus on improving their operations and drive greater savings
A need for real-time and efficiencies led them to appoint FLEETSense for the installation of a
vehicle tracking and vehicle tracking and telematics system together with vehicle cameras.
improved driver Having implemented MaxOptra software several years ago meant Corporate
Solutions were already able to assign the best vehicle and drivers for each
behaviour delivery. This intelligent scheduling and route planning system automatically
takes into account vehicle capacities, order volume, delivery time slots and
driver availability.
However, they lacked real-time visibility of their mobile operations. There
was a need for accurate location tracking, securing assets and increasing
visibility. Importantly, the company wished to reduce the time spent on
checking fuel card activity, something which was at that point still undertaken
manually.
Analyses of fuel They were also keen to set up a Driver Bonus Scheme which would reward
card usage and fuel drivers for safer and good driving behaviour whilst on the road.
consumption “Before we moved to the integrated solution, the accounts and operations
team had to literally check thousands of individual fuel card transactions
manually every year for accuracy,” explains Stuart. “It was a painstaking
and laborious process and one still prone to human error, despite the effort
involved.”
The Solution
Following consultation with FLEETSense, the company decided on the
Full fleet visibility in integration of the following compatible smart fleet management solutions:
one interface 1. Webfleet Solutions Vehicle Telematics and connected navigation with
OptiDrive 360
2. BP FleetMove Pro
3. A 4-camera recording system complete with side sensors
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The Solution (continued)
MaxOptra’s open API made it an ideal complement to Webfleet Solutions and
Effective planning allowed for a seamless integration.
and fuel monitoring The 4-way Vehicle In-Cab Camera recording system was also smoothly
embedded within this.
With little or no way of influencing fuel prices at the pumps there is only one
sure way for operators to take back control and manage fuel consumption;
through close monitoring and management on a day-to-day basis. BP
FleetMove Pro is the perfect solution for this.
Putting a stop to “This fully integrated fleet management system provides us with total control
fraud in real-time. It allows us to run safer and more efficient fleets, reduce fuel
consumption and operating costs, simplify data sharing and promote good
driving behaviour amongst our drivers,“ says Stuart.
How it Works
Everything is pulled together into one and the same system.
The vehicle tracking system uses GPS satellite navigation to monitor the
Real-time insights activity of vehicles, including data such as the exact whereabouts, speed, fuel
and reporting consumption and driver behaviour. The tracking device transmits information
via satellite back to the fleet manager, who can access the data via specific
computer software or online.
Linked in with MaxOptra, orders and most efficient routes instructions can be
sent to each driver terminal whilst driving behaviour scores are calculated by
OptiDrive360’s WEBFLEET’s integral OptiDrive 360 functionality. The latter gives drivers in-cab
intelligent driver feedback and advice on a number of key indicators affecting fuel efficiency,
including speeding, idling, sudden braking and harsh steering.
management Such cutting-edge technology allows drivers to improve their performance.
system helps A driver’s Tachograph card is linked in as well, giving operators access to
improve driving crucial information such as the number of hours their drivers have been
driving for, when they have taken breaks or have been busy completing admin.
behaviour Recording this type of information is key for meeting fleet operating compliance
regulations.
BP FleetMove Pro on the other hand, gives full visibility of how fuel is being
Powerful insights used across the entire fleet in one, easy-to-use interface.
into how fuel is being It combines vehicle location, fuel consumption, driver behaviour and vehicle
maintenance data from Webfleet Solutions, with BP fuel card information. Data
used is updated every 15 minutes and shows fuel levels alongside vehicle location and
transactions. This helps to identify potential fuel card misuse or fraud.
LIVE view, remote The 4-camera recording system ensures both drivers and operators are able
to (LIVE) view accurately what happens in and around their vehicles. The
access to camera forward and driver-facing in-cab recording cameras and nearside and offside
recordings cameras offer increased visibility and security whilst the side sensors act as an
additional manoeuvrability aid.
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The Benefits
The company have reaped the benefits of the seamless integration of MaxOptra
A significant with the FLEETSense suite of innovative products. The management of their fuel
reduction in fuel economy is now under control and they have greatly improved their mobile
operations with real-time performance tracking via in-cab technology.
consumption and “It has made for an unbeatable combination,” says Stuart. “Easy access to key
fuel card fraud data has improved our business efficiency. Detailed operational and customer-
tailored reports provide greater insight into our day-to-day performance
including KPIs such as OptiDrive scores, fuel card usage, fuel consumption and
vehicle maintenance costs.”
Increase in mpg by “We have gained notable rewards as a result of our commitment to improving
driving behaviour. The average OptiDrive score has improved from 8.2 to 9.1
9.2% over 2 years, which in turn has improved our mpg performance across the fleet
up by 9.2% and cut fuel costs by 8.1%,” delights Stuart.
The biggest advantage of the 4-camera recording system is that the
company can see what’s happening and deal with issues more easily and
quickly. For example, security notifications alert drivers of door openings
whilst WEBFLEET alerts notify fleet operators when any of the dash cam
cameras are no longer working.
This type of visibility reduces the time and energy needed to resolve incidents
and fraudulent claims.
Drivers’ Bonus Furthermore, through the telematics systems and real-time data analysis, the
Scheme a real company is able to effectively monitor each load’s temperature at any given
time.
success
Investing in a system that supports and enables 2-way communications
with drivers automatically when things change brings huge benefits. The
company’s working environment has vastly improved and simplified, and their
workforce has time to be pro-active, service focused and professional.
Tom Dickerson, Managing Director at FLEETSense adds:
At FLEETSense we will work
with you to: “If you’re managing a fleet of vehicles, you’ll be looking for ways to streamline
activities and save time and money. That’s where a fleet tracking system comes
1. understand your key in.”
operational challenges
2. review your fleet utilisation “When looking at making savings on your operations many recognise why fleet
3. talk through any driver management is important but do need help understanding how it all works
behaviour related concerns and what supplier and equipment to choose.”
4. investigate vehicle costs
(uninsured expenses, As an independent fleet management solutions specialist, we are able to
maintenance, wear & tear) seek out, test and recommend the most suitable and cost-effective products
5. offer you solutions where for companies. The ability to manage all aspects of a fleet from one platform
operational improvements enables operators to take control, simplify tasks, reduce admin and protect
are required drivers and assets.”
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