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The success of operating leases (leases that the lessees do not intend to own the asset at the end of the lease) where vehicles are the assets involved, depends on variety of factors and most essentially the driver. Therefore it is important to fully understand how to manage drivers in operating lease business and let them to know the value of the asset entrust to them as well as the level of responsibility the management expects from them. .The…

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The success of any Fleet and Transport Logistics operations depends on the application of modern processes. Practitioners should therefore get themselves acquainted with modern key management ingredients to enhance profitability. This aspect of business is gaining more vibes and gradually becoming an investor’s delight. Factors that impede Success in Fleet Management i. Operational Environment { Deploying the right vehicle to the right job}. ii. Non Standardization of fuel and others.{Make use of fuel treatment organs + Select good filling…

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To succeed in leasing business requires consistent search for skills and techniques required for success. Succeeding with leasing provides the operators with template for lease practice and is designed to enhance professional development of lease practitioners. There is need for a broad-based education in leasing for all personnel, regardless of level of expertise or function, intended to facilitate better understanding of the industry and fundamental principles of leasing that are critical not only to the success of the organisation,…

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The fleet business will succeed when the following guiding principles are put in place: Fleet Management companies must have a clear cut Fleet Management Policy. This function must not be outsourced. It is the rules and regulations that guide fleet operations. The policy will provide clear directions in terms of fleet management, fleet management responsibilities, mode of financing, direction on maintenance, driver management and self drive policy, insurance, de-fleeting and re-fleeting. It will facilitate and encourage accountability, monitoring of…

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There are several factors that portend danger in the performance of a firm. If a  potential corporate lessee comes up with a proposal for a lease transaction, it is  important to properly analyse the books and ensure the following signs are not available before venturing into such business.  These can make the difference between success and failure of a lease transaction.  Some of these factors include: Overtrading – which is a situation whereby a firm takes on more business…

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