9th April 2021

Eliminate the fear factor – why and how to choose the right fleet management company

Benefits of using a fleet management provider

Fleets are costly and tricky to manage. Manage them sub-optimally and they get even more costly.

Your fleet is likely to be one of your largest costs, as well as directly impacting the general performance of your company. At stake also is the safety and health of your employees – along with that of the public – and protecting the environment. All of this in a post-pandemic world.

So it is important to get it right.

A professional fleet management provider will take that stressful burden off your business’ shoulders – and bring skills, techniques and technology that can improve efficiency and safety, reduce fleet associated costs, and manage the ever-changing legal compliance side.

Here are some of the key benefits professional fleet management offers businesses.

Fleet management covers a broad range of functions, from vehicle policies, choice, ordering, and acquisition, through to maintenance management and handling of all fleet administration. If any of these is being overlooked, additional and, in some cases, excessive costs can be incurred.

For example, dealing with fleet maintenance directly can be not only time-consuming but you may be paying higher prices for parts or labour. A good fleet management provider has the knowledge, expertise, and clout to get better deals and reliability from suppliers.

A professional fleet provider can also have a significant effect on productivity and time management. You and your team will have more time to focus on other key areas of the business.

Fleet management experts ensure that your fleet meets all the necessary legal and safety requirements. Fleet-related legislation is increasing, so having the right fleet management company can provide you with peace of mind that your fleet meets the necessary, current standards.

Driver safety is also enhanced, as neglected vehicles can endanger your drivers and others on the road.

Customer satisfaction can be affected by your fleet performance. For instance, delays in the delivery of parts, repairs or vehicle maintenance will likely to be passed on to your customers by restricting your available resources.

Fleet specialists can ensure that quality assurance processes and procedures are in place, and keep your operations running efficiently and smoothly.

A fleet management provider will be able to analyse key metrics and help you establish and meet your KPIs targets. By measuring different elements of your fleet operations, cost and efficiency can be optimised.

The Covid-19 pandemic has transformed the way many businesses operate, including the fleet industry. Managing fleets remotely, use of telematics data, and hygiene have become essentials. Given this, and the likelihood that the effects of pandemic will be felt for some time, there has never been a better time to investigate professional fleet management with its industry-wide expertise.

A continued increase in remote working seems likely – meaning that the volume of miles being driven will fall. A fleet management provider can help you address such challenges, stay on top of guidelines, mitigate the associated risks, and provide you with efficient mobility solutions.

If you are considering electrifying your fleet a management company can provide you with the support, advice, and tools to enable you move towards a more sustainable future. Fleet experts can help you along all stages along your EV journey – including, crucially, assessing when is the best time is for you to begin it.

These are just some of the many benefits of opting for a fleet management provider. However, it is important of course to choose the right fleet management company for your business.

Here are some of the main factors to bear in mind when making that choice.

Identify what your objectives are and find a company that provides a personalised and flexible approach that meets your needs in the best possible way.

Identify all the services that you may need and discuss them with the fleet provider. Ensure that the company has the right tools and experience to support you in the most efficient and effective way.

Fleet maintenance plays a vital role in business productivity. Fleet providers should be able to ensure that all key stages in repair cycle are proactively managed, from the moment the vehicle is booked in – through to work completion and vehicle return.

A fleet provider should be approachable and responsive. Communication is key – so look for multiple ways to contact them. Find out whether you will have an account manager or a main point of contact that deals with your fleet.

An experienced fleet provider should have testimonials that can be shared. Research the candidate company as much as possible to find out more about their experience, reviews, CSR activities and other specifications related to your business.

Ask about the financing options that the fleet company offers. Discuss your budget with the fleet expert and how they can help you find the most suitable financing option to match your company budget.

Why KINTO?

KINTO UK is one of the UK’s largest and best-known fleet management specialists. We are the first-choice fleet management provider for many businesses. We have years of experience in the private, not-for profit, public, SME and commercial vehicle sectors – with many long-term customers, some dating back to the company’s formation. We offer a balanced portfolio of products and services, as well as flexible options to suit everyone’s needs. We promote an ‘’open and transparent’’ relationship and are committed to helping businesses of any size optimise their fleet operations.

At KINTO, we also have an experienced and dedicated EV specialist team, managing more than 4,000 Electric & Plug-in Hybrid vehicles for our customers.

Our customers do not choose KINTO just because we offer a great range of fleet management and funding solutions. They choose us because of ‘’who we are’’ and ‘’how we do things’’.

If you are interested to find out more information, get in touch today.