Choosing the Best Vehicle
When managing a fleet, organizations should choose the most appropriate vehicle for the task at hand. This practice, called logistic equipment optimization, can conserve energy and resources and reduce the cost of operating a fleet.
RATIONALE
Choosing the best vehicle for a given task can save money and conserve energy and resources. For example, UPS chooses to use rail transportation whenever time permits as it is more efficient than ground and air transportation. UPS also uses hybrid technology for deliveries that require multiple stops because energy can be recovered by these vehicles during braking events.
EFFORT REQUIRED
Equipment optimization can be technology-, skill- and capital-intensive.
BENEFITS
Using the correct technology for a given application can save energy and reduce fleet operating costs.
RISKS
Using a new vehicle technologies may have unforeseen associated costs.
ACTION AGENTS
Due to the effort and expense required for equipment optimization, an organization should initiate a pilot program at the highest levels.
COSTS
Costs of equipment and analysis tools can be high.
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