In this article, we want to focus on a topic that has always been relevant to our community: transportation efficiency and the challenges a company faces when managing its fleet and keeping a truck running at all times.
Next, we would like to highlight some important points for achieving this efficiency in the best possible way.
Transportation in the context of social and economic development
Transportation influences the productivity and efficiency of businesses, generates regional and local development, increases territorial integration, and provides connectivity and access to the population, both to social services and to remote areas.
Road freight transport is the most important mode of transport in Latin America, accounting for more than 70% of the region's domestic freight, and its share of trade between countries is growing.
For example, in Argentina, 94% of cargo is transported by truck, compared to Mexico, which transports 73%, Colombia, which transports 71%, and Brazil, which transports 58%*.
Road freight transport is a driving force behind the economy, not only because of the service it provides, but also because of its ability to generate employment and encourage the creation of businesses.
Just as transportation is important for the development of cities and regions, its efficiency is an essential requirement for ensuring mobility in the medium and long term. Here are some recommendations:
- Maintenance and proper management of motor vehicles.
- Best practices for efficient driving.
- Monitoring and reduction of logistics times.
- Implementation of KPIs or measurement figures.
- Use of technologies to improve travel productivity, such as telemetry and more.
The use of technology in logistics
There are many technological tools available today that make it increasingly easier to achieve greater efficiency in logistics and transportation, without having a truck sitting idle, because the more trips it makes, the more revenue it will generate. This is where the efficiency of freight transportation lies in proactive management of all the elements mentioned above.
Investing in efficient fleet management is cost-effective, reduces pollution and road accidents, and extends the useful life of vehicles and their components.
Conclusion
In conclusion, managing information about the initial condition and performance of a vehicle over time is essential to identifying whether the measures or practices adopted are having a positive effect on operations. It is important for transportation companies to also explore innovation and evaluate the impact of using tools and new technologies to gain greater control and efficiency in managing their fleets.