DJ Hewer Implements Cybit's Fleetstar-Online Telematics Solution, Saves Approximately GBP12,000 Over 12-Week Trial Period

DJ Hewer, a leading building services installation and maintenance provider, has implemented Cybit's Fleetstar-Online telematics solution, generating significant cost savings and productivity gains. The company's successful trial of the Cybit system resulted in a reduction of GBP12,000 in operational costs over a 12-week period. By adopting Cybit's fleet management solution, DJ Hewer aims to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance driver safety. The company's decision to go live with Fleetstar-Online is expected to yield an annual Risk Recognition Rebate of over GBP11,000.

Key Takeaways:

• DJ Hewer's initial trial of Cybit's Fleetstar-Online telematics solution resulted in a savings of approximately GBP12,000 over a 12-week period.
• The implementation of Cybit's fleet management solution has enabled DJ Hewer to reduce fuel expenditure, minimize payroll costs, and increase productivity.
• The solution provides real-time vehicle tracking, enabling DJ Hewer to monitor driver behavior, optimize routes, and reduce unauthorized vehicle usage.
• DJ Hewer's Service & Maintenance Manager, Robert Willmott, noted that the solution has "completely removed the need for these enquiries and reduced our cost on communications at the same time."
• Cybit's fleet management solution has been designed to work in conjunction with Norwich Union's innovative 'Fleet Telematics' insurance offering, providing a fixed price insurance cover and annual telematics-based insurance premium rebate.
• The partnership between Cybit and Norwich Union aims to provide fleets with a comprehensive risk management tool, including key performance indicators, bespoke risk management reports, and best practice guidance.

Statistics:

• DJ Hewer saved approximately GBP12,000 over a 12-week trial period using Cybit's Fleetstar-Online telematics solution.
• The solution resulted in a reduction of GBP872 in fuel expenditure, GBP5,907 in payroll costs, and GBP5,850 in increased productivity.
• Cybit's fleet management solution is expected to provide DJ Hewer with an annual Risk Recognition Rebate of over GBP11,000.
• The solution allows DJ Hewer to monitor driver behavior, optimize routes, and reduce unauthorized vehicle usage, resulting in a significant improvement in productivity and efficiency.

Sources:

• M2 PressWIRE, 26 April 2005, "Cybit: DJ Hewer implements Cybit and Norwich Union's Fleet Telematics after successful trial"
• DJ Hewer & Co., www.dj-hewer.co.uk
• Cybit, www.cybit.co.uk
• Brunsdon Group, www.brunsdongroup.co.uk
• Norwich Union, www.norwichunion.com