Automation, consolidation, outsourcing, better management information and less vehicle downtime are a few of the ways motor vehicle fleet managers can control costs. A few companies have used one or more of these strategies to do just that. The companies profiled are RJ Reynolds Tobacco Co, Xerox, ServiceMaster and Federal Express.
The decision to lease or buy automobile fleets, or have employees buy cars and then reimburse them, is complicated. But the lease still remains the best option for small entrepreneurial companies, because it enhances cash flow and eliminates the headache of shopping around. Tips on choosing a leasing company are provided. Eight important questions to ask when leasing are included.
