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Build High-Quality Sales Leads for Construction Materials Among Increased Competition

by William Wickey | Feb 2, 2017
Business | Business Development | Equipment | Tools

Construction is booming, and tremendous opportunities exist for building products companies to expand their customer base. However, competition is coming from every direction, and construction products firms must go beyond the basics of lead generation and look at sales lead quality to compete for new business.

Four Steps to Deter Tool and Equipment Theft

by Phil Casto | Feb 1, 2017
Equipment | Fleet Management | Tools

Tool and equipment theft is commonplace in the construction industry. A recent report found thefts are increasing and recovery rates are less than one in four. Learn more about preventative measures that can mean the difference between an unexpected loss and an on-time completion.

Turning Vehicle Data Into Business Insights: 21 Questions to ask when Assessing Vehicle Monitoring Systems for your Business

by Todd Ewing | Jan 25, 2017
Equipment

Fleet tracking systems can tell you a lot more than where your trucks are located. Here’s a quick guide to assessing a system’s reporting strength and flexibility.

Technology and Software Rundown: Week of January 23, 2017

by Construction Executive | Jan 23, 2017
Fleet Management | Heavy Equipment | Technology

This week’s tech rundown features software to create 3-D digital maps, manage safety data, tame email and share project information in real time. Hot products include a telematics app for engaging and rewarding drivers, a waterproof phone, and equipment tracker that pairs with OneKey™.

2017 Fleet Manager’s Almanac: What You Need to Know About Fleet Trends in a Changing Landscape

by GPS Insight | Jan 4, 2017
Equipment

Telematics is certainly a major growth area for construction fleet management. But so are enduring fleet management topics like vehicle acquisition, fuel management, and safety. Here’s your guide to stay on top of these four important aspects to fleet and the latest trends.

Fleet Driver Safety: How to Improve Driver Behavior and Your Bottom Line: How GPS fleet tracking systems can help monitor and correct drivers’ bad habits

by Fleetmatics | Dec 15, 2016
Equipment

The most direct link of driving habits and costs is in day-to-day operational expenses. Learn how drivers who are careless and unsafe are expensive to employ on a daily basis.

Seven Fleet Safety Goals Worth Achieving

by Construction Executive | Oct 4, 2016
Equipment

In 2015, speeding accounted for nearly 30 percent of all traffic accident fatalities. This is one reason why reducing speed-related incidents is a safety goal every construction business should prioritize.Download this eBrief to learn how you can promote responsible driving behaviors throughout the day

Five Steps to Improving Fleet Utilization

by Construction Executive | Sep 7, 2016
Equipment

Fleet management software can enhance vehicle utilization by up to 15 to 20 percent. In just one example, a mid-sized fleet increased its utilization rates by realizing it could actually eliminate 65 of its 352 vehicles. This significantly reduced the organization's operating cost. Download the eBrief now to learn what steps you can take to improve utilization.
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