Originally appeared in FleetOwner. You’ve successfully recruited top-tier diesel technicians, but the challenge doesn’t end there. In today’s competitive landscape, retaining these skilled professionals is crucial for maintaining operational efficiency and minimizing turnover costs. At a recent NationaLease event, Carli Kuntze, SVP of human resources, and Susan Baer, VP of […]
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Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Last week, I highlighted the importance of effective password management. However, even the most intricate passwords can fall short if other critical security measures are overlooked. At a recent NationaLease event, Russ Abdrakhmanov, founding leader of neKey Cybersecurity, revealed a glaring example of security lapses leading to a catastrophic […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Just as I started to write this article, an alert appeared in my email regarding a massive data leak of more than 184 million “unique logins and passwords to popular websites and apps, including Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat.” Logins to Google, Microsoft, and even some bank accounts were […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Recruitment has long been a persistent challenge for the transportation industry. Whether it’s finding skilled technicians, qualified drivers, logistics experts, or operational staff, the task has been difficult. The stakes are high—not only in terms of finding the right candidate but also in retaining them. At […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. With today’s unpredictable economy and supply chain headaches, many fleets are running their trucks longer than they used to. That’s where preventive maintenance inspections come in. These routine checkups can help fleet managers figure out the best time to replace parts before they fail—keeping trucks on […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. I’ve written fairly frequently on cybersecurity risks that face all aspects of all companies, including fleets. Combating these attackers is like trying to wrestle Jell-O; every time you think you have security in place, bad actors devise another way to breach your organization and wreak havoc. […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. When the economy gets unpredictable, companies are often left trying to do more with less. It’s a balancing act—cutting costs without sacrificing service, efficiency, or overall stability. For businesses that rely on trucking to move their products, this can be a real challenge. One increasingly popular […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. In today’s economic landscape, uncertainty looms large over most businesses, forcing them to make critical decisions about their organization’s future. For our industry, this uncertainty is palpable, driven by factors such as tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada as well as other offshore sources, and […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. To say that the industry is in a state of flux would be an understatement. Until quite recently, it seemed as though the “freight recession” was winding down, with industry experts anticipating moderate growth in demand for 2025. However, the recent tariffs have thrown a wrench […]