This new three-year contract will see STARK UK “further enhance its fleet management capabilities” by upgrading to Trakm8’s Insight platform and marks a significant milestone in the long-standing relationship between the two organisations, which began in 2011.
With approximately 9,000 employees and over 500 branches and distribution centres across the country, STARK UK operates one of the largest single fleets on the Insight platform comprising 1,450 vehicles including HGVs and LCVs. The move to Insight is described as a strategic step towards optimising fleet usage, reducing operational costs, and improving overall efficiency.
Trakm8 has developed bespoke activity reports specifically for STARK UK to provide all levels of users with access to detailed vehicle activity data, allowing for better understanding and control of fleet usage. Key features include the analysis of early and late start and finish times, as well as specific utilisation reporting designed for both customer deliveries and inter-branch stock transfers.
Additionally, the platform offers driver behaviour and idling analysis aimed at reducing operational costs. Branch managers will also have access to track and trace capabilities, enhancing the overall management and efficiency of the fleet.
These enhanced reporting capabilities are designed to help the national merchant group to reduce the number of hire vehicles, streamline operations and achieve significant cost savings whilst Trakm8 will “continue to collaborate with STARK UK to provide comprehensive fleet analysis, focusing on driver behaviour and idling.”
Jacqueline Power, Asset & Governance Manager at STARK UK, commented: “Our decision to upgrade to Trakm8’s Insight platform is driven by our commitment to operational excellence and cost efficiency. The bespoke reporting capabilities provided by Trakm8 are invaluable in helping us manage our extensive fleet effectively, ensuring timely deliveries and optimized resource utilisation.”
John Watkins, Executive Chairman at Trakm8, said: “We are delighted to extend our partnership with STARK UK and support them in their journey towards enhanced fleet management. The Insight platform is designed to deliver significant operational benefits, and we look forward to continuing our collaboration to achieve these goals.”
