The changes happening with regard to the driver’s ELD’s, electronic logging devices, and the way technology is used in haulage vehicles is going to be laughable in a few years. There are those who are worried about the costs of implementation of new systems and what it will mean to their business. There are those who are big enough and have enough influence in the market that the transition is part of progress. Then there are those that are fighting the change, who are saying why change something if it is not broken?

With the changing of the technology available and the move in the direction of electronic logging devices or the ELD’s, electronic logging devices, which is currently a new requirement this year brought into use by the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the aim for this new regulation is to bring all industries together. While some businesses chose the paper system, others chose technology. This brings both areas together under the requirement for electronic devices to keep their records of duty status.

It is key to the success of a company that you consider the importance of training. It is not possible for everyone to walk into a job fully trained, and the situation arises for the need to top up on training of any sort. AMSA has created something new that might be the perfect answer for busy companies.

Change and development in the technology that is usable and acceptable legally for vehicles in the moving business is encouraging. While the need to allow technology to replace some printed forms was acceptable, they still need businesses to ensure printing of certain documents happen on a daily basis. This is changing with new rules from the FMCSA possibly being approved.

The announcement from the FMCSA in regards to a policy change is welcomed news for moving businesses. Previously, any violation went directly to the FMCSA records direct from the enforcement agencies. The FMCSA holds a database, the Motor Carrier Management Information System, which records all details of any violation. Until now, it could be inaccurate if it went through the courts and was found not guilty.

If you are looking to improving staffing for your business, it is about keeping them long term. Reducing staff turnover is important for any business. However, it is important that managers are able to understand their staff to get the best out of them for the business and their own achievements.