Vehicle Fleet Development And Management Training Programme

INTRODUCTION
Transportation activities can account for over 70% of an organization's supply chain costs, making it crucial to get the transportation function right. Whether an organization aims to meet personnel mobility needs or execute the delivery of goods and materials, effective vehicle fleet management is essential. Our Vehicle Fleet Development and Management Training Programme provides a comprehensive understanding of the transportation function from a holistic perspective. This training course on Vehicle Fleet Development and Management begins by outlining the requirements for successful fleet maintenance programs and workshops. Participants will learn about stringent fleet and driver safety programs, explore different capital budgeting and distribution routing techniques, and understand key fleet performance measures. This extensive program on Vehicle Fleet Development and Management is designed to equip participants with the knowledge and skills needed to manage commercial vehicle fleets efficiently at various levels of seniority and responsibility.

Course Objectives

Upon successful completion of the Vehicle Fleet Development & Management training course, participants will be able to:

• State the objectives of fleet management and the role of the fleet manager.
• Implement a fleet preventive maintenance program.
• Determine requirements for efficient workshops.
• Create fleet safety and driver selection programs.
• Use capital budgeting techniques to perform vehicle replacement analysis.
• Optimize distribution vehicle routes.
• Write Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and measure the performance of the fleet.

Who Should Attend

The Vehicle Fleet Development & Management Training is beneficial for a wide range of personnel, including:

• Financial, Logistic, and Maintenance Directors
• Fleet Management Industry Personnel
• Purchasing and Procurement Personnel
• Fleet Planners, Administrators, and Managers
• Transport and Operations Personnel
• Government Transportation Professionals
• Fleet Maintenance and Distribution Personnel
• Finance Professionals
• Contracts and Project Professionals
• Operations Supervisors
• Logistics and Supply Chain Professionals

Duration

10 Days

Course Outline

Module 1: Vehicle Acquisition

• Fleet management principles
• The general vehicle market
• Depreciation management
• Development of fleet policy and regulations
• Defining future needs in terms of corporate objectives

Module 2: Selection of Vehicles

• Dealer selection and evaluation
• Selection of vehicles
• Vehicle specifications
• Total Cost of Operations calculations
• Benchmarking for selection

Module 3: Financing Vehicles

• Purchasing methods and timing of purchases
• Financing vehicles
• Vehicle financing options
• Optimizing monthly financing costs
• The use of balloon payments
• Vehicle use reimbursement
• Budgeting concepts and methods

Module 4: Fleet Operations

• Fleet management principles
• The general vehicle market
• Development of fleet policy and regulations
• Fuel management and fuel systems
• Fuelling options and fleet/fuel card systems
• Alternative fuels

Module 5: Fleet Maintenance Management

• Tyre management
• Vehicle repairs
• Tracking systems and route management
• Right sizing the fleet and vehicle specifications
• Availability management
• Job and vehicle specifications
• Utilization and route control
• Tracking systems
• Setting the optimum fleet size

Module 6: The Fleet Safety Programme

• Insurance management
• Driver assessment and training
• Company safety program
• Driver records
• Driver incentives
• Accident management

Module 7: Daily Operations - Driver and Vehicle Management

• Day-to-day operational procedures for drivers and vehicles
• Breakdowns
• Planned maintenance
• Unplanned maintenance
• Driver allocations
• Operational checklists
• Supervisory management
• Management reports

Module 8: Remarketing Used Vehicles

• Fleet management principles
• The general vehicle market
• The used vehicle market and resale values
• Development of fleet policy and regulations

Module 9: Replacement Planning

• The theoretical and practical approach
• Used vehicle marketing – the different methods
• The auctioneer approach
• Analyzing current and projected resale values

Module 10: Resale Planning

• Internal programs to maximize resale values
• Setting the reserve price and reconditioning costs
• Driver incentives to maintain vehicles

General Notes

• This course is delivered by seasoned trainers with vast experience as expert professionals in their respective fields. It combines practical activities, theory, group work, and case studies.
• Participants receive comprehensive training manuals and additional reference materials.
• Upon successful completion, participants are awarded a certificate.
• Customized training courses can be arranged to meet specific organizational needs. Contact us at training@skillsforafrica.org for more information.
• The training will take place at the SKILLS FOR AFRICA TRAINING INSTITUTE in Nairobi, Kenya.
• The training fee covers tuition, materials, lunch, and the training venue. Accommodation and airport transfers can be arranged upon request.
• Payment should be sent to our bank account before the start of training, with proof of payment sent to training@skillsforafrica.org.