By Bob Johnson, Allstate Leasing

Businesses and organizations that use vehicles in their daily operation should consider utilizing the services of a full-service fleet management company. A good fleet management company can assist with all facets of an efficient vehicle program.

Organizations who allow a fleet company to administer their vehicles are actually out- sourcing the management of their fleets in an effort to improve efficiencies. Too often, a company employee, who was hired specifically to handle other duties such as human resources, is assigned the duties of a fleet manager. As a result they usually perceive their fleet management responsibilities as secondary in importance, and generally lack the expertise and background to run the fleet as efficiently, and cost effectively as possible.

This can be very costly. By incorporating the services of a full-service fleet management company, a fleet manager can stay on top of the latest vehicle programs being offered by the various manufacturers. This can result in significant savings on the acquisition price of an organization's vehicles.

A full-service fleet company should also offer direct manufacturer vehicle purchasing, leasing or financing, maintenance and accident management, and a universal fuel card. It should also offer complete licensing and registration services, and complete monthly reporting to monitor all fleet expenses.

The fleet manager can also learn when it's best to acquire new vehicles. Also a fleet company can assist in the disposal of retired units to assure that the highest market value is obtained.

Available to any member of AAHSA, Allstate Leasing and Fleet Management will provide any organization, who is interested, a complete analysis with recommendations without any obligation. There are man ways to maximize efficiency, and minimize expenditures regardless of fleet size.

Allstate Contact
Bob Johnson - Regional Manager
Allstate Leasing and Fleet Management
888-799-1091