The IAM and the AMSA are both looking to ensure that the J-1 Visa program that allows students from all over the world, the opportunity to work for a set period, normally in the busy summer months. The industry needs the influx of casual workers to take them through to the busier months.

The FMCSA has made a positive step forward with the current database system that is currently in use. The flaw with the system lay in the area of up-to-date details, with some areas being completely out of date by the end of the year. This makes the tracking of information difficult if you need to follow a particular case. A new update will alleviate some of this problem.

Breaking into the moving business in any area is a risk, but the amount of risk you take will depend on the company. If you are looking at building the best moving company, then you must become a member of ProMover. This demonstrates the commitment not only to the business but to the consumer, too.

It is important that the moving businesses train those individuals who are able to lead. Making sure they have the right opportunities to progress is essential, not just in their current position which they are in today, but where their future lies. Learn about AMSA’s program to train Leaders for the Moving Business.

This conference was hailed a success, there were presentations from a number of different organizations including the FMCSA, the California Moving & Storage Association and American Transportation Research Institute. This three day event was well attended by those in the moving industry, who were keen to learn of new developments, in a variety of different topics. These topics included the most up to date technology devices available in the removal business.

AMSA held a meeting in Washignton D.C. to discuss the important issues which affects all aspects of the removal business. What is exciting, is the positive move forward that this will have on the business as a whole. Topics include driver training and retention and improving the quality of the workforce.