AFLA Conference Archives-Educational Panel: Working Together - Human Resources, Procurement, Finance and Fleet

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The video transcript features a panel discussion among fleet industry professionals, focusing on the collaboration between various departments such as HR, procurement, finance, and fleet management. The moderator introduces the panelists, including industry experts like Jim Spear, Kimberly Fisher, Linda Ellis, and Michael Beeger, and sets the theme of integrating fleet management with other departments to improve decision-making and policy implementation. Panelists discuss the importance of including the right stakeholders in decisions, particularly from management and relevant departments, without getting bogged down by non-stakeholders.<br /><br />Kimberly Fisher emphasizes understanding C-suite priorities and aligning proposals with company goals, suggesting equity in policy enforcement. Michael Beeger highlights the importance of speaking the language of procurement to articulate savings and service benefits. The discussion extends to telematics and safety measures, stressing the need for comprehensive fleet policy understanding among drivers and addressing safety concerns consistently across all vehicles. The panelists also delve into the role of external stakeholders, using real-world examples to illustrate challenges like recall management. Audience questions prompt discussions on telematics implementation and procurement negotiations, underscoring the necessity of strong internal relationships and clarity in communication across departments.

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Jim Petrillo, FUJIFILM Holdings America Corp (Moderator)
Michael Bieger, Fleet 360
Linda Ellis, UCB Ppharma
Kimberly Fisher, NOV

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Location San Antonio, TX

Year 2024

Keywords

San Antonio, TX

2024

fleet management

stakeholder collaboration

policy implementation

C-suite alignment

telematics

safety measures

procurement

recall management

internal communication