Specifying the right truck at the outset to make sure it’s really fit for its intended purpose is one of the secrets to long term operational efficiency and reduced operating costs over the life of the vehicle.
Once the truck’s in service, using the right technology to plan its work and manage it can lead to real efficiency improvements.
Freight Best Practice has a series of publications available to help you get the best from the equipment and systems used in your operation.
...Efficient Road Freight Operations
This Guide offers practical information on aerodynamically effective styling for trucks including appropriate add-on features.
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...Refrigerated Transport Equipment
This Guide explores the different systems available and their suitability for particular operations.
...for Efficient Logistics (CVRS)
This Guide describes the different types of systems available with hints and tips on how to choose and implement a CVRS system successfully.
This Guide is aimed at Fleet Managers in the Public Sector to help them improve operational fleet efficiency.
...Freight Operations
This Guide provides an overview of the available and relevant systems, covering their uses, likely benefits, issues to consider and associated costs.
Tyre Pressure Control Systems (TPCS)
This guide describes the use of ‘Tyre Pressure Control Systems (TPCS) to reduce the deterioration of roads and minimise the need for temporary load restrictions. The guide explores the experiences of James Jones & Sons Ltd and the Scottish Woodlands’ Partners.
This Guide shows you how to find and choose backloads in order to improve your fleet efficiency.
Offers practical advice on how to implement an appropriate preventative maintenance plan.
....Vehicle Routing and Scheduling (CVRS)
This Quick Guide shows the latest routing and scheduling software products and developments.
A Quick Guide on aerodynamically effective styling for trucks including appropriate add-on features.
Provides information on the components of telematics systems and their implementation.
...Management: Corus and TDG
The case study considers the role of a Fourth Party Logistics (4PL) organisation in helping to improve supply chain efficiency. It shows how TDG have developed a central freight transport platform to look after the logistics needs of the major steel producer, Corus.
...for Best Operational Efficiency
A step-by-step Guide to the process of correctly specifying an efficient and `fit for purpose` vehicle.
...the Operational Efficiency of Regional Distribution Centres (RDCs).
This Guide shows how the RDC operators and their partners can improve efficiency, meet their customer service obligations and minimise environmental impact.
