--- title: The Onspot Blog – International | Improving Fleet Productivity (2) description: Improving Fleet Productivity | The International Onspot Blog (2) image: https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Assets/img/preview-image.png --- [![](https://www.onspot.com/imagevault/publishedmedia/ewjmu1x672ip2pj4oovu/Onspot_Logo.png)](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/) - [Why Onspot](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/why-onspot/) - Knowledge - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/overview/) - [Ways to increase traction](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/ways-to-increase-traction/) - [For fleet managers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-fleet-managers/) - [For drivers](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-drivers/) - [For mechanics](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/for-mechanics/) - [Rules & regulations](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/knowledge/rules--regulations/) - [Knowledge centre](https://knowledge.onspot.com/knowledge-centre-for-winter-driving-and-traction) - The product - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/overview/) - [Testimonials](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/testimonials/) - [FAQ](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/faq/) - [Documents, manuals and brochures](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/documents-manuals-brochures/) - [Tech specs](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/tech-specs2/) - [Spare parts](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/spare-parts/) - [Configurator](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/configurator/) - About us - [Overview](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/overview/) - [History](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/about-onspot/history/) - [News & Press releases](https://intblog.onspot.com/news-press-releases) - Blog - [Blog articles](https://intblog.onspot.com/) - [All about automatic snow chains](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/all-about-automatic-snow-chains) - [Traction aid for heavy vehicles](https://knowledge.onspot.com/en-gb/traction-aid-for-heavy-vehicles) - Find us - [For Dealers & Service](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/for-dealers--service/) - [Events](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/find-us/events/) - [E-Training](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/training/) - [English](https://onspot.com/?s=false) - [Contact us](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/contact-us/) # [The Onspot Blog](https://intblog.onspot.com/) #### : **Improving Fleet Productivity (2)** [×](https://intblog.onspot.com/) ## [Fleet Management - commercial vehicle fleet productivity in the winter](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-management-commercial-vehicle-fleet-productivity-in-the-winter) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 13, 2021 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Fleet%20Manager%20Explaining%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-management-commercial-vehicle-fleet-productivity-in-the-winter) As a Fleet manger you have to make sure that your company delivers on time, that the drivers are safe and work according regulations and that you keep costs under controll. Learn more here. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-management-commercial-vehicle-fleet-productivity-in-the-winter) ## [What can an Automatic Snow Chain System do for you?](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-can-an-automatic-snow-chain-system-do-for-you) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), September 21, 2020 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Onspot%20on%20truck%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-can-an-automatic-snow-chain-system-do-for-you) Automatic snow chain systems can be explaned in two ways: 1) The physical properties of the system, and 2) What the system provides for you. Here we have them both listed. Learn more below. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-can-an-automatic-snow-chain-system-do-for-you) ## [Fleet Operations: A balancing act between efficiency and safety](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-operations-a-balancing-act-between-efficiency-and-safety) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), August 6, 2020 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Mercedes%20BIC%204-3%20640-1.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-operations-a-balancing-act-between-efficiency-and-safety) As a fleet manager, running a cost effective and efficient fleet safely is paramount to its success. This is a challenge that must be faced and overcome on a daily basis. When presented with any number of external forces out of the control of the fleet operator, then this process becomes even more difficult. The ability to run a fleet in inclement weather mainly snow and ice conditions is one such challenge. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-operations-a-balancing-act-between-efficiency-and-safety) ## [Improving fleet productivity, an ebook](https://intblog.onspot.com/improving-fleet-productivity-an-ebook) [Eric Jones](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/eric-jones), July 23, 2020 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Fleet%20Manager%20Explaining%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/improving-fleet-productivity-an-ebook) The need for commercial freight and logistic services has never been higher. However, the firms and entrepreneurs operating in this space continue to see extremely tight operating margins. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/improving-fleet-productivity-an-ebook) ## [Operations in snow and ice: A challenge for fleet managers](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), October 31, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Mercedes%20BIC%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) My position as Western Regional Sales Manager for Onspot gives me the opportunity to meet with fleet managers in my territory. Whether I am at a trade show or at the customers location providing training or a fleet review these individuals always talk about challenges that come up and how they are resolved. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/operations-in-snow-and-ice-a-challenge-for-fleet-managers) ## [How does winter weather impact the efficiency of fleets?](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-does-winter-weather-impact-the-efficiency-of-fleets) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), October 17, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Onspot%20Truck%20Moving%20Like%20a%20hero%20page%20Featured%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-does-winter-weather-impact-the-efficiency-of-fleets) ### Winter weather driving season never fails to surprise drivers. However, for fleets, winter weather driving conditions can affect not only how vehicles stay on the road but also the efficiency of completing their deliveries. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/how-does-winter-weather-impact-the-efficiency-of-fleets) ## [Is 4x4 enough to keep your vehicle safe?](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), May 23, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/Rescue_driver%204-3%20640.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe)  When purchasing a new vehicle, 4x4 is a common option to consider. No wonder, it’s a familiar and well-tried solution with good features for safer driving – but it’s easy to ignore its weaknesses believing there’s no better alternative. However, when reflecting on those situations where traction is really crucial for your operations, you may conclude that 4x4 is not the perfect solution, but rather a compromise. Learn more here. [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/is-4x4-enough-to-keep-your-vehicle-safe) ## [Have you activated your Onspot lately?](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) [Leonard D'Orlando](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/leonard-dorlando), February 21, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/640pxl%20%20Pictures/Fleet%20Manager%20Explaining%204-3%20640w.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) **How does the system work…** is a question that is often asked by new owners of vehicles equipped with the Onspot automatic tire chains.  When I hear this same question asked by those who have had the system for a month or more it grabs my attention.  The best way to properly maintain the system and understand how it works is to use it. This is how! [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/have-you-activated-your-onspot-lately) ## [Fleet Manager - staying efficient during bad weather](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) [Thomas Ancart](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/thomas), February 7, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Blog_images/Persons/David%20Andersson%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) Here is what David Anderson, Director of Transportation & Fleet at Adams 12 Five Star Schools in Colorado has to say about Onspot automatic snow chains on their school buses: > “Onspots are great tools! Give them some [general maintenance](https://www.onspot.com/en-GB/the-product/documents-manuals-brochures/service--maintenance-instructions2/) and they last the life of the bus.” # **What does a fleet manager say about Onspot?** [Read more](https://intblog.onspot.com/fleet-manager-staying-efficient-during-bad-weather) ## [What is Onspot?](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-is-onspot) [Ulrik Andersson](https://intblog.onspot.com/author/ulrik-andersson), January 24, 2019 [![](https://intblog.onspot.com/hubfs/Onspot%20Truck%20Moving%20Like%20a%20hero%20page%20Featured%204-3.jpg)](https://intblog.onspot.com/what-is-onspot) Automatic tyre chain systems can be discussed in two ways: 1) The physical properties of the system, and 2) What the system provides the user. 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