Course Overview:
This intensive 5-day training course by IRES on Fleet and Transport Management provides participants with essential skills and knowledge to optimize transportation operations. The course covers fleet maintenance, safety programs, budgeting, routing, and performance measurement to ensure efficient and cost-effective transport management.
Course Duration:
5 Days
Target Audience
• Top company leadership responsible for fleet and transport management decisions
• Contractors and external stakeholders in fleet and transport management
• Fleet and transport managers and supervisors overseeing operations
• Maintenance managers ensuring vehicle maintenance efficiency
• Safety managers and quality inspectors responsible for compliance and safety
• Operational staff involved in fleet and transport management
• Any professional seeking knowledge in fleet and transport management
Organizational Impact
• Improved fleet management leading to cost reductions and efficiency gains
• Enhanced safety and compliance with industry standards
• Optimized transportation planning and distribution
• Strengthened decision-making for vehicle selection and replacement
• Increased operational productivity and reliability
Personal Impact
• Mastery of fleet and transport management best practices
• Improved ability to design and implement maintenance programs
• Enhanced decision-making skills in fleet optimization
• Greater career advancement opportunities in transport management
• Increased knowledge of KPIs for measuring fleet performance
Course Level:
Course Objectives
• Understand fleet management objectives and the role of the fleet manager
• Implement effective fleet preventive maintenance programs
• Optimize fleet safety programs and driver selection criteria
• Use capital budgeting techniques for vehicle replacement decisions
• Improve distribution vehicle routing for cost efficiency
• Develop and utilize key performance indicators (KPIs) for fleet performance
Course Outline
Module 1: Introduction to Fleet Management
- Definition and objectives of fleet management
- Costs associated with fleet management
- Maximizing customer service in fleet operations
- Fleet maintenance management and best practices
- Roles and responsibilities in maintenance
- Benefits and scope of preventive maintenance programs
- Managing unscheduled maintenance and road calls
- Tire selection and management strategies
- Vendor vs. in-house maintenance approach
- Case Study: Developing a preventive maintenance program for a fleet
Module 2: Workshop and Fleet Safety Management
- Workshop layout and productivity optimization
- Essential tools and facility requirements for workshops
- Fleet safety program components and accident prevention
- Driver selection criteria and skill testing
- Understanding road accident types and their prevention
- Case Study: Implementing a workshop layout and fleet safety initiative
Module 3: Vehicle Selection and Replacement
- Criteria for vehicle selection and procurement
- Own vs. contract analysis for fleet operations
- Evaluating vehicle replacement strategies
- Capital budgeting techniques for fleet investment decisions
- Case Study: Choosing the most cost-effective vehicle replacement strategy
Module 4: Transportation and Distribution Planning
- Fundamentals of transportation and distribution optimization
- Factors affecting transportation decision-making
- Network design options for efficient distribution
- Routing and scheduling of distribution vehicles
- Case Study: Optimizing distribution routes to minimize costs
Module 5: Measuring and Improving Fleet Performance
- Establishing fleet performance measurement systems
- Understanding transportation costs and cost ratios
- Analyzing asset productivity and financial indicators
- Evaluating cycle time and utilization efficiency
- Case Study: Developing a KPI framework to assess fleet performance
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Course Administration Details:
Methodology
These instructor-led training sessions are delivered using a blended learning approach and include presentations, guided practical exercises, web-based tutorials, and group work. Our facilitators are seasoned industry experts with years of experience as professionals and trainers in these fields. All facilitation and course materials are offered in English. Participants should be reasonably proficient in the language.
Accreditation
Upon successful completion of this training, participants will be issued an Indepth Research Institute (IRES) certificate certified by the National Industrial Training Authority (NITA).
Training Venue
The training will be held at IRES Training Centre. The course fee covers the course tuition, training materials, two break refreshments, and lunch. All participants will additionally cater to their travel expenses, visa application, insurance, and other personal expenses.
Accommodation and Airport Transfer
Accommodation and Airport Transfer are arranged upon request. For reservations contact the Training Officer.
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Tailor-Made
This training can also be customized to suit the needs of your institution upon request. You can have it delivered in our IRES Training Centre or at a convenient location. For further inquiries, please contact us on:
- Email: [email protected]
- Phone: +254715 077 817
Payment
Payment should be transferred to the IRES account through a bank on or before the start of the course. Send proof of payment to [email protected]
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