Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Fleet owners and operators are no strangers to tough economic conditions. As a recent FleetOwner article pointed out: “Freight markets remain flat and uncertain, with fleets navigating prolonged unprofitability.” In times like these, leaders naturally seek ways to reduce costs, streamline operations, and maintain stability. But one area […]
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Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Commercial trucking fleets generate more data than ever before, from fuel efficiency and driver behavior to predictive maintenance and real-time telematics. In theory, this flood of data should make operations more innovative and more efficient. But the reality is different: too much unmanaged data can overwhelm […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Construction zones. Emergency roadwork. Multi-mile backups caused by everything from minor fender benders to massive infrastructure projects. If you’re managing a fleet, chances are you’re feeling the pressure of increased congestion—and so are your margins. You’re not imagining things: Congestion is getting worse. The 2024 TomTom Traffic […]
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. 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. Fleet managers juggle a wide array of responsibilities, far beyond simply ensuring that goods reach their destinations on time and in good condition. They must also recruit and retain skilled personnel, manage detention costs, implement ongoing training programs—especially with emerging technologies—and control expenses without sacrificing efficiency. […]
Originally appeared in FleetOwner. Cybersecurity threats are on the rise. Most of us have likely received suspicious text messages or emails on our smart devices that could cause considerable damage to our lives. Yet that’s insignificant compared to the rewards cybercriminals can realize by going after businesses instead of individuals. […]