Fleet management may be entering its biggest transformation in decades.
According to NAFA CEO Bill Schankel, AI is about to dramatically accelerate the fleet industry, and the leaders who adapt first will have a massive advantage.
In this episode of The Fleet Success Show, Marc Canton, VP of Fleet Strategy at RTA Fleet, and Bill Schankel break down why fleet management is changing faster than ever before, including:
Why AI could “leapfrog” the fleet industry
Why annual training models may already be obsolete
The real risk of falling behind on technology adoption
Why technician shortages are forcing operational change
The surprising growth of NAFA and this year’s record-breaking I&E event
The future of fleet leadership, safety, and industry collaboration
Marc also shares his perspective that fleet management has historically lagged behind other industries technologically, but that AI may rapidly close that gap over the next few years.
This conversation is packed with insights for:
Fleet managers
Public works leaders
Government fleets
Transportation directors
Maintenance leaders
Fleet technicians
Operations executives
Anyone responsible for keeping essential services running
If you work in fleet, this episode will challenge how you think about the future of the industry.
Marc Canton
Vice President of Fleet Strategy, RTA Fleet
Marc Canton is the Vice President of Fleet Strategy at RTA Fleet, where he works with fleet leaders across North America to improve operations, implement modern fleet management systems, and develop high-performing fleet teams.
Marc brings decades of experience in fleet operations, consulting, and leadership development. Through his work with RTA and The Fleet Success Show, he helps fleet professionals build safer, more reliable fleets while strengthening the profession as a whole.
Bill Schankel
CEO, NAFA Fleet Management Association
Bill Schankel is the Chief Executive Officer of NAFA Fleet Management Association, the world’s largest professional organization for fleet managers. NAFA serves more than 3,500 members across North America, representing government fleets, corporate fleets, and supplier partners across a wide range of industries including public safety, utilities, transit, delivery, and more.
Under Bill’s leadership, NAFA has expanded its focus on fleet education, certification programs, industry advocacy, and professional development, helping fleet leaders build stronger operations and advance the fleet profession.
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