Fleet Management – Your Peace of Mind Solution
July 19, 2010
By Doug Westlake Manager, Rentals and Training
Signs of economic recovery are all around us. Even though times are changing, the majority of BC companies are still recovering from what was certainly the most difficult economic time since the Great Depression. A bigger focus has been placed on conserving capital resources while maximizing employee productivity. Although economic conditions have improved, many companies are still conducting a critical review of their expenses, with a considerable focus on how to minimize operating costs while supporting employee morale.
If you’re considering replacing or upgrading your current fleet of lift trucks, you should definitely consider a long term rental solution. Here are just a few of the benefits of fleet management:
Conserves cash: One flat monthly fee covers equipment and maintenance. You can simply treat the monthly cost as an expense with no capital investment required. This also eliminates the risk of price increases and unexpected repair bills, reducing the cost of using a lift truck considerably!
Better “People” Solution: A long term rental solution saves valuable administrative time in issuing P.O.’s and processing invoices every month. Also, employee productivity can be maximized by using newer equipment and eliminating the need to have back-up units on site.
Flexibility: The equipment rental program can be tailored specifically to your needs. The solution will allow you to consolidate your fleet and eliminate unnecessary infrastructure, considerably reducing your expenses. Also, long-term rental solutions provide favourable tax benefits!
Long term rental solutions help you evaluate and manage the total cost of ownership for your fleet of lift trucks. Learn more about our fleet management solutions here.