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It’s a good time to check in on some significant changes within the U.S. Department of Transportation and Environmental Protection Agency and how it impacts fleet operations.

Whether within the warehouse or on the road, telematics are delivering data to beverage operations with actionable insights.

The latest developments in fleet technology are putting safety at the forefront.  

As SKUs take up more time throughout a shift, innovative delivery solutions help operators handle any environment between truck and store shelf, all while improving efficiency.

Top battery manufacturers constantly are developing solutions to keep vehicles running, while minimizing any unforeseen downtime.   

As consumer preferences change, DSD operators need better tools to understand execution, quickly spot innovation trends, and communicate those to partners to support success in the market. 

When considering having on-site charging stations, there are a number of key factors that all-diesel delivery fleets hadn’t had to consider that can protect electric vehicle charging infrastructure.

Associations have highlighted the dearth of professional drivers, which is part of the reason fleets continue to integrate more light- and medium-duty vehicles that don’t require a CDL to operate.

There are three primary avenues for getting your brand to consumers: direct-to-consumer (DTC), warehouse direct sales to retailers (WD) and direct-store-distribution (DSD). Brian Sudano explores which model fits the unique needs for beverage-makers.

As operations continue to experience labor challenges that impact their ability to hire and retain skilled workers, experts highlight that today’s facility managers are developing a deeper appreciation for a more diverse labor pool.