Fleet Management software usually consists of a relational database such as an SQL database and the defined operational coding is left up to the user. SQL is a standard computer language for accessing and manipulating databases. ProFleet and ProFleet Plus are such software packages. Each operates on a SQL database and allows the user to determine the coding. One great advantage of ProFleet (Plus) is that the codes come pre-populated with factory engineered default codes. These codes simplify the implementation process and get the user faster results. Since the codes were created by industry experts, you will benefit from their expertise.

Benefits of the Fleet Management Program
Fleet Management is all about the data and reports that empower the user to make informed decisions as to the best action to take regarding the Material Handling Equipment. In most cases, the data will be empirical, used to benchmark and measure certain operational statistics. By capturing standardized data, the software allows for data filtering by running queries. ProFleet (Plus) is a knowledge database it will capture and convert your filtered data into knowledge; the knowledge into simple reports.

Reports that Provide Results
The strength of the package is the built in industry knowledge and expertise. The program has a query optimizer that has been given the predetermined best path of acquiring the data to satisfy the programs desired results. The programmers have found the best way to turn data into knowledge so you can turn this knowledge into good decision-making.

Reports provided are simple to read and to understand. The industry knowledge ensures that the reports provide relevant information for forklift operations. Such reports include:

• Cost/Hour by Serial number
• Cost /Hour by Model Type
• Cost/Hour by Model by sub-location
• Parts used by serial number
• Parts used by Model Type
• Parts used by Model by sub-location
• Utilization by Serial Number
• Utilization by Model Type
• Utilization by Model by sub-location
• Scheduled Maintenance Status
• Schedule Maintenance Due next 30 Days

By accessing the SQL database directly you can also create custom reports.

The Software Package
The software package can be purchased and run on your local PC. There are different fleet size packages that allow from 0 to 250 units. ProFleet Plus can accommodate large fleets. Further, ProFleet Plus is an ASP provided by the Raymond Corporation. An ASP will allow many locations to use the application and by setting security levels, centralized reporting is possible. Large, nationwide customers will use the ProFleet Plus application to capture data from all of their locations.

In summary, Fleet Management is here! Through tracking, maintaining and otherwise managing your fleet of vehicles in an organized manner, you will be empowered to increase the effectiveness of your operation.