When it comes to truck maintenance and repair, there aren't really any right or wrong answers when it comes to choosing between in-house maintenance, outsourcing, or a combination of the two. Fleet managers have different opinions. But how do you choose the right option for your fleet? And if you choose to do in-house maintenance, are you doing it the right way?
Discover some important factors to consider in this article.
Qualified technicians
You may have enough technicians, but do they have the skills your fleet requires? Hiring and retaining quality technicians is an investment. It is important to have the right mix of technician skill levels to complete the job at hand. Training, tools and technology can be expensive, but without them you risk employing under-qualified workers or losing unmotivated technicians.
Parts, tires, tools and equipment
Your repair shop should always be stocked with high-wear parts, tires and supplies. These items also need to be stored and secured. Make sure you are buying at the right price points and always keep tools and equipment in working order.
Space
Determining physical capacity is a necessary step in making your decision. Do you have enough space in your workshop to handle all your maintenance needs while your trucks are available? Consider expanding the size of your workshop or subcontracting some of the work are two cost-effective solutions that will help you better operate your trucks so that they are more operational.
Are you doing it correctly?
With DIGIPARC, you have the possibility to automate and simplify the entire repair management process internally or externally, with regular monitoring of vehicle maintenance, mechanics, spare parts and intervention costs. In addition, you access intuitive dashboards and dashboards to evaluate your fleet's expenses and repair histories in order to increase the lifespan of each vehicle and reduce your fleet's downtime.
