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Rapid and Efficient Custom Software Development for a Multinational Organisation by Formbird

Formbird, known for its rapid and customised software solutions, recently partnered with a multinational organisation to develop and implement a state-of-the-art, tailored system to manage a unique operation. 

Due to the discreet nature of the project, we cannot share specifics, so instead, we will focus on the remarkable achievement of going live with a custom piece of software in under four weeks. 

Overview of the solution

The Formbird solution interacts with Opturion’s constraint-based optimisation engine to maximise the efficiency of scheduling and rostering of a mobile workforce. Additionally, the solution gives field operators a single interface available on a phone or laptop to assist them in performing and documenting their duties in strict compliance with their legal obligations. 

The Challenge:

The Formbird gets the call; the team had to step up and fill a gap left by the customer’s in-house development team. Without Formbird, the customer would be “manhandling” reams of data using Excel spreadsheets.

Formbird’s multinational customers required a versatile and efficient system to support their field operators. The solution had to achieve high standards of documentation as well as real-time monitoring and compliance functionality. The biggest challenge was the project’s tight deadline, making it essential for the software development process to be swift and highly accurate to meet the customer’s demands and on time to support the rollout of a significant piece of infrastructure. 

Praise for Formbird Consultant Adam Gristwood

A vital player in this success story was Formbird Consultant Adam Gristwood. Adam proved to be an invaluable asset throughout the project’s life cycle. His proactive approach, dedication to delivering quality, and capacity to quickly respond to any required changes earned him high praise from the client. His work extended beyond regular hours, often over weekends, reflecting his commitment to the project and client satisfaction.

What the Customer Says

“The flexibility to alter, the ability to add functionalities, and the overall swift response to our needs were impressive. We had a few tough situations, but Adam always jumped in and was very proactive in helping. He’s been very kind. Formbird is working well for us.” – Representative from the multinational organisation.

Workforce Management and Beyond

While the software was initially designed to address specific needs, Formbird’s solution also offered the client newfound capabilities in workforce management. Despite being primarily a database tool, it provided flexibility for the client’s operators, contributing to the ease and efficiency of operations.

The successful delivery of this project underlines Formbird’s capability to develop flexible, efficient, and user-friendly software solutions, even within a limited timeframe. This project’s success, punctuated by a delighted customer and the commendable performance of Consultant Adam Gristwood, serves as a testament to Formbird’s commitment to delivering solutions that meet and exceed client expectations.

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Global Transportation Management System Market: A Projected Boom by 2028

The market for Transportation Management Systems (TMS) is set to witness unprecedented growth, expanding from USD 13.5 billion in 2023 to an anticipated USD 33.3 billion by 2028. This signifies a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 19.7% during the forecast period. TMS has been instrumental for businesses, allowing them to fine-tune their transportation processes, including load consolidation, route planning, carrier selection, and freight auditing.

The implementation of TMS is revolutionising the business landscape, enabling significant cost savings by reducing empty miles, enhancing operational efficiency, and minimising transportation-related expenses. These benefits are driving the market demand for TMS, pushing it towards a promising future.

One of the intriguing aspects of the TMS market is the expected growth of the consulting segment, which is anticipated to exhibit the highest CAGR during the forecast period. Consulting services ensure optimal performance from internal staff while providing end users with a critical understanding of the complex TMS configurations. These services play a pivotal role in implementing TMS solutions, guiding organisations through the deployment of TMS that best addresses specific business-process requirements.

In terms of regional market shares, North America is predicted to dominate. The advancements in machine-to-machine (M2M) communication, mobile, and cloud technologies in transportation are credited for this increased business process efficiency. As major corporations and small and medium-sized businesses focus on developing innovative TMS solutions integrated with tech breakthroughs like analytics, Artificial Intelligence (AI), and Machine Learning (ML), North America’s lead in the TMS market is expected to grow. The region’s superior IT infrastructure and early adoption of cloud and mobile technologies further enable cost reduction across various sectors.

The TMS market is replete with significant players, such as Oracle (US), SAP (Germany), Manhattan Associates (US), C.H. Robinson (US), Trimble (US), and WiseTech Global (Australia), among others. These entities have employed diverse growth strategies, including partnerships and collaborations, new product launches, and acquisitions, to expand their market shares and offerings in the TMS market.

The TMS market is segmented across several factors: offerings, transportation modes, solutions, services, verticals, end users, and regions. Factors influencing its growth include the drive for cloud-based SaaS solutions, mergers & acquisitions of top-tier TMS product players with startup solutions, strengthening bilateral trade relations, technological advancements in the transportation and logistics industry, exponential growth in the eCommerce industry, and the need to replace and update the existing conventional TMS.

However, the TMS market also faces potential obstacles, including growing concerns over data security and inaccuracies in data sets. Despite these challenges, opportunities abound with the advent of 5G technology and autonomous vehicles, which are expected to revolutionise the transportation and logistics industry, coupled with the increasing adoption of cloud-based technology and Industry 4.0.

In conclusion, the future of the global transportation management system market looks promising, with considerable growth prospects and a plethora of opportunities paving the way for an innovative and efficient future in transportation and logistics.

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Formbird CLARITY: Enhancing Customer Experience at Greater Western Water

Greater Western Water (GWW), a significant water utility servicing much of Melbourne’s west, including over 430,000 homes, has significantly enhanced its operational efficiency following an upgrade to its implementation of the Formbird CLARITY system. Renowned as a comprehensive mobile workforce and operational asset management solution, CLARITY has proved indispensable in tasks ranging from call-taking and dispatching to managing ‘Before You Dig’ requests and scheduling preventative and project works.

Consolidating Data for Enhanced Efficiency 

Central to GWW’s operation, CLARITY is their primary operational asset management system, seamlessly integrating data from internal property and GIS databases. It consolidates information about all assets, customers, and properties, both above and below ground, in a single location. This enables GWW to run more efficiently, swiftly responding to issues and scheduling preventative work by categorising tasks as ‘Cases’.

Facilitating Rapid Response and Problem Resolution 

Beyond mere identification and prioritisation of problems, CLARITY also proves invaluable in managing case resolution. Activities necessary to resolve a case, known as ‘Actions’, are meticulously recorded. CLARITY’s advanced system allows GWW to delegate these Actions to appropriate teams or individuals, ensuring that tasks are handled by the right personnel, enhancing efficiency and speeding up problem resolution.

Real-Time Data for Informed Decision-Making 

Crucial to the system’s efficacy is CLARITY’s ability to provide real-time data, empowering GWW to make informed decisions based on accurate and up-to-date information. This ability has enabled GWW to decrease the time and resources spent on manual reporting processes, allowing staff to focus on other essential tasks.

Aligning with Industry Standards 

Further augmenting its effectiveness, CLARITY aligns with models other water customers use in line with industry standards, simplifying system understanding and usage for GWW employees. This consistency aids in meeting the regulatory reporting requirements of the Essential Services Commission, contributing to GWW’s impressive compliance record and mitigating the risk of costly fines or penalties.

Prioritising Safety and Stakeholder Communication 

Of considerable importance is CLARITY’s capacity to track problem status and promptly notify stakeholders of changes or updates, which is particularly vital for customers potentially impacted by extended water shut-offs. The system also assists GWW in managing work-related hazards, enhancing crew safety.

Project Management Capabilities 

CLARITY’s operational works assignment and management capabilities are paramount to GWW’s project tracking, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.

Formbird CLARITY: A Cornerstone for Greater Western Water’s Success 

Implementing Formbird CLARITY at Greater Western Water has brought about marked improvements in operational efficiency. By swiftly identifying and prioritising problems, managing resolution, and tracking work progress, the system empowers GWW’s staff to enhance their customer experience. Through the robust application of Formbird CLARITY, GWW continues to meet and exceed expectations in the water utility sector.

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Embracing Change: Formbird FLEET as the Ideal Response to Telstra’s 3G Shutdown for Modern Fleet Information Management

Opportunities Amidst Change

The looming shutdown of Telstra’s 3G network across Australia brings a transformative opportunity for fleet managers. While the shutdown signals the end of an era, it also presents a chance to leap forward into an advanced age of telematics, with the potential to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility. Among the solutions leading this charge into the future is Formbird FLEET, a comprehensive fleet information management platform that could become the new industry standard.

Formbird FLEET has many features that make it uniquely suitable for organisations grappling with the challenges of modern fleet management. It delivers top-notch GPS capabilities, versatile reporting and dashboards, process and operations management tools, accident and fuel management features, offline capabilities, mobile-first design, comprehensive security, and more. This rich functionality is combined with a user-friendly interface, making the system easy to navigate even for those new to the telematics sphere.

Driving Towards a Greener Future

Critically, Formbird FLEET’s robust telematics technology offers the potential to reduce carbon emissions significantly, a pressing issue for a country committed to reaching net zero by 2050. With real-time traffic and weather information, fleet managers can plan the most efficient routes, leading to reduced fuel consumption and emissions. Formbird FLEET also equips fleet managers with the ability to track and analyse driving behaviour, helping to identify and rectify unsafe or inefficient driving practices.

Formbird FLEET is ready for the future, with features designed to seamlessly integrate electric vehicles into fleet operations. The solution is a leader in the shift towards more sustainable modes of transport but also provides a powerful tool for businesses looking to stay ahead of the curve.

The 3G Shutdown: A New Era of Opportunities

As the 3G network prepares for its final curtain call in June 2024, fleet managers relying on older, 3G-dependent systems will find themselves at a crossroads. The 4G takeover, rather than being a disruptive force, should be viewed as an opportunity for a transformative upgrade. To make the most of this change, fleet managers must take stock of their needs and priorities, from enhancing safety to reducing costs, from increasing Electric Vehicles (EVs) to implementing scalable carbon emission reduction strategies.

With its cutting-edge features and data-driven insights, Formbird FLEET can guide this transition towards a more intelligent, greener future for fleet management in Australia. As a leading provider of fleet information management solutions, Formbird is committed to helping businesses unlock the full potential of their fleets.

The Journey Begins Now

The impending 3G shutdown is a significant moment in Australia’s digital landscape. Still, with the right planning and tools, it can become the springboard for an exciting new era in fleet management. The journey towards enhanced efficiency, safety, and sustainability starts now.

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Formbird’s CLARITY: Setting a New Benchmark at the 2023 LGNSW Water Conference

Formbird, a top-tier innovator in water utility operational management, has announced our participation as a sponsor for the upcoming 2023 Local Government New South Wales (LGNSW) Water Conference. The conference, a pivotal event in the water management sector, features a series of prominent speakers and stakeholders.

Every year, the LGNSW Water Conference is a crucial hub for industry leaders and experts to discuss and exchange solutions for enhancing water services across New South Wales. This year’s event, focusing on technology, sustainability, and customer service, is expected to host many high-profile attendees. They include policymakers, water utility executives, engineers, environmental scientists, and sustainability officers, to name a few.

Among the distinguished speakers confirmed for the event are Professor Emily Hilder, Director of the Future Industries Institute at the University of South Australia, Dr. Ian Wright, a renowned environmental scientist, and Sally Barnes, CEO of Water Corporation, Australia’s largest water provider.

Formbird will be on hand to demonstrate its operational asset management solution, CLARITY, during the event. Known for its unique approach to managing water utilities, CLARITY will attract attention. It’s an all-encompassing solution for planned and reactive maintenance, ensuring the smooth functioning of water systems and bolstering customer satisfaction.
Formbird will also take the opportunity to engage with conference attendees at its exhibition stand, providing a deeper understanding of how CLARTIY’s innovative features could redefine its approach to water utility management.

The conference and Formbird’s participation testify to the concerted efforts to improve water services across New South Wales. The sector is poised to offer more reliable and efficient customer services by harnessing advancements.

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A Renewable Future for Australian Utes and Utilities

You bute diesel ute gets the boot

Transgrid, one of Australia’s largest electricity network companies, is leading the charge towards a renewable energy future with the launch of the first dual-cab electric ute trial in the country. The company’s fleet manager, Ryan Thomas, said the trial would test the LDV eT60 double-cab ute to determine whether it meets operational requirements on its 13,000km transmission network.

“We’ll be gauging the impacts for our people working in the field, including charging and towing requirements, so we can better understand the issues that will make the transition to electric utes as seamless as possible,” he said.

According to Mr Thomas, the LDV eT60 electric ute has a 130kW/310Nm electric motor and an 88.5kWh battery pack. The company expects the electric utes to deliver operational savings, including around a 50% reduction in fuel costs.

Transgrid’s CEO, Brett Redman, said the company is committed to reaching net zero by 2040 and eliminating all emissions from its passenger and commercial fleet by 2030. “Our future will be powered by clean energy, and this trial is part of Transgrid’s commitment to a greener fleet and reducing our environmental impact,” he said.

The company’s fleet of 400 commercial diesel vehicles and 28 passenger vehicles collectively travel more than 14 million kilometres each year. More than half of the passenger fleet is already fully electric or hybrid.

Minister for Climate Change and Energy was present at the launch of the electric ute trial and commended Transgrid’s move towards electric vehicles. “We know that electric vehicles are cleaner and cheaper to run, and it’s good to see Transgrid making this smart investment to get the first commercially available electric utes on the road for their business,” he said.

Australian utilities embrace innovation to drive the transition towards a more sustainable and greener energy future.

The electric ute trial will also help Transgrid embrace innovation and find alternatives that support emerging technology, according to Mr Redman. “Just like we use aerial drone technology to inspect towers, reducing the need of our people to use heavy elevated work platforms, shifting to electric vehicles will benefit the community, our customers, and the environment,” he said.

The trial will help Transgrid address the transition to electric vehicles. The company’s move towards cleaner energy vehicles shows its commitment to a sustainable future for all Australians.

Formbird FLEET for Electric Fleets

Formbird FLEET is fleet information management that helps organisations adapt to their fleets’ increasing electrification. The Web App offers a comprehensive set of tools enabling businesses to manage all aspects of their fleet, including electric vehicles (EVs), from a user-friendly interface.

The Web App offers features such as EV-specific data management, real-time monitoring of EV charging, automated scheduling of vehicle maintenance and servicing, and detailed reporting and analytics. By using Formbird FLEET, businesses can streamline their operations, reduce costs, and improve the efficiency of their fleet management processes, all while supporting the transition to cleaner, more sustainable energy sources.

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Formbird FLEET tackles mammoth Philippines fleet management challenge

Some news from Mark Hosking, CEO, Formbird

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Toribio Noel Ilao (Noel)

Director of the Bureau of
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Environmental challenges

In addition, DPWH faces challenges from climate change, security and resource limitations. The Philippines is consistently one of the countries most impacted by natural disasters. In 2020 it was ranked seventh and has been ranked second only to Japan as the country at greatest risk from climate change.

Marikina River dredging

Mother Nature aside, Noel’s job is about to get much easier. Philippines managed security systems company Annex Digital has secured a contract from DPWH to provide a comprehensive fleet management system using Formbird FLEET, an Australian-developed comprehensive fleet management solution based on Formbird’s low-code development platform. This means that it can be easily configured by people who understand the needs of any particular fleet operator without them needing a high degree of skill to write or modify computer code.

Unlike conventional “off the shelf” solutions, Formbird FLEET is able to adapt its workflow to match and continually improve the existing business processes of an organisation.

BIG FLOAT – amphibious excavators

Latest of many initiatives

Implementation of Formbird is the latest in a string of initiatives Noel has put in place to improve the efficiency and safety of DPWH operations. In 2015, DPWH adopted ISO 55001:2014 (asset management) in its fleet management program and upgraded its ISO 9001:2008 quality management certification to ISO 9001:2015. It has since obtained certification to ISO 45001:2018, covering occupational health and safety, and has adopted reliability-centred maintenance’ (RCM), a process that ensures maintenance tasks of all kinds — preventive or predictive — are performed in an efficient, cost-effective, reliable, and safe manner.

Formbird FLEET, which Noel will deploy in his latest efficiency-boosting initiative, allows organisations to manage individual fleet assets, rather than managing a ‘class’ of fleet assets. It provides more than 100 forms, 130 business rules and 30 reports and is able to integrate with existing corporate applications.

More than three million assets managed

Formbird presently manages more than three million assets across 10 organisations. These assets range in value and complexity from a whipper-snipper worth a few hundred dollars to a channel dredger worth $6 million.

Formbird FLEET is able to take in information from assets in real-time and make this information available to those who need it. It builds and makes available a complete picture of every asset. Information is updated when a vehicle is serviced, when it is refuelled when the driver lodges a daily check sheet.

Improved management of vehicle warranty is saving operators that use Formbird FLEET thousands of dollars. Formbird FLEET provides different dashboards for everyone involved in FLEET management, giving them the information they need: information relevant to their role. 

Formbird FLEET’s record-keeping and information logging enable better compliance with safety legislation and responsibilities around duty of care by enabling chains of responsibility to be clearly established and followed.

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Fleet management and tax compliance – Tenterfield Shire Council gets moving with Formbird

Formbird FLEET provides local government actionable maintenance trend data. 

Brad Foan, Manager of the Fleet at Tenterfield Shire Council in Northern NSW, manages a fleet of 134 vehicles using primarily paper-based systems and Excel spreadsheets. 

When approached by Formbird to trial their industry-aligned fleet management system, built on Formbird’s low-code development platform, Brad jumped at the chance.

In the past “We had to use whatever the finance team had picked for its enterprise management software,” he says. “That manages the financial side, but not much else. So we were looking for a solution that would capture all our service reports and give us reports on modes of failure and predict maintenance”.

“Previously drivers had to fill in a paper-based fault report which was then entered into the system, and there were many ways that process could fall down,” Foan says.

“Now the whole process of scheduling the vehicle for repair and returning it to the operator is tracked in Formbird.”

Brad Foan – Tenterfield Shire Council

Once the council has accumulated enough vehicle usage data into Formbird, Foan says he expects it to provide actionable information on maintenance costs and running cost trends.

“We’ll probably need to get about 12 months worth of data in there before it becomes the go-to for all information. I’m currently using Excel. Moving forward it looks like it will be a fantastic way to go once we get some data in it will schedule our maintenance out of the box.”

Formbird’s Industry-aligned SaaS delivery model also appealed to Foan. Because the council pays a monthly fee with no lock-in contract, he did not have to face the challenge of getting approval for a significant budget outlay.

Also, he believes this mode of delivery will result in continuous innovation.

“A binding contract or subscription locks nobody in, so Formbird has an incentive to keep developing so they don’t fall behind in the market.”

BRAD FOAN – TENTERFIELD SHIRE COUNCIL

GPS trackers installed in vehicles will raise an alert if the vehicle is moved before the check has been completed.

The Formbird fleet management system is accessible from mobile devices. Now drivers go through a pre-start check in the morning and report any problems immediately logged in Formbird. When issues arise out on the road, they can take photographs on their mobile and attach to the report in Formbird.

Once the entire fleet is fitted with GPS trackers Foan expects Formbird to be particularly valuable in helping the council claim its fuel excise levy rebate.

The council can claim a refund on the tax it pays for any fuel used when vehicles are not on public roads and when on public roads if engaged in road repair work. However, it isn’t easy to get accurate data on relevant usage and fuel consumption, so averaging techniques are used.

Brad Foan hopes some functionality can be built into Formbird to make this calculation much more accurate and believes it will significantly increase tax refunds. He is putting forward a business case for installing GPS to every vehicle in the fleet and believes the fuel tax refunds gained from accurate usage reporting will more than cover the costs of these.

We look forward to seeing how Brad fares in his goal to improve the efficiency, reliability and compliance of his implementation of Formbird’s fleet management solution.

Find out how the power and flexibility of the Formbird low-code development platform can help manage your fleet

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Greater Western Water saves with workforce management upgrade

Formbird CLARITY – Industry aligned workforce management app drives efficiency and compliance

Australian low-code software platform Formbird has implemented cost-saving productivity enhancements to its industry-aligned workforce management solution; Formbird CLARITY.

For Greater Western Water in Victoria, the measures will reduce administrative workload equivalent to at least one full-time position. The upgrade project is ongoing and expects to result in savings equal to three full-time positions when completed.

The project aims to improve; productivity, compliance, and safety and take the guesswork out of managing proactive and reactive works on Greater Western Water’s network.

Formbird’s initial implementation of the Formbird CLARITY for Greater Western Water made use of legacy systems including manual entry of critical information by call takers and works administrators. To access the data operators had to source GIS systems and multiple SharePoint spreadsheets.

For example, using manual lookup in the GIS was not an ideal or timely way to locate dialysis patients, requiring essential services.

As you could imagine, in the past, the system was somewhat haphazard. To identify addresses, where multiple disruptions had occurred, admin staff had to “consult” the “hot shutoff block” spreadsheet. This spreadsheet had to be manually maintained and provided only necessary information such as text-based street addresses.

Formbird’s Formbird CLARITY provides critical information required at each step in Greater Western Water’s workflow. A fault report or planned work requirement creates a case. The system determines the streets affected by the network shutoff via the GIS system integrated into Formbird CLARITY. The solution then details related assets, properties and critical sites.

Formbird CLARITY – Critical locations are identified according to their type

This screenshot shows the properties impacted on a map. Critical locations are identified according to their type. Further information such as essential customers, are highlighted and included links to their detailed record.

Formbird CLARITY – properties have experienced multiple supply disruption

This screenshot shows a case where highlighted properties have experienced multiple supply disruptions exceeding the Guaranteed Service Level (GSL), for example, less than three interruptions in a rolling 12-month period.

Formbird CLARITY – Warning highlighted with prominent banners

Call takers and field crews can now identify the potential impact on a map. When the action is assigned to a team, the impact area is highlighted with prominent banners where important locations and special requirements need to be observed.

After completing the work, the exact customer’s impacts are recorded if any Guaranteed Service Level rebates are required. By keeping these records in the system, future cases can be supported by updated and more accurate customer impact information.

The latest additions to this industry-aligned app also include providing bulk actions such as invoice load, supervisor review creation and closure of no-cost cases, and a new Works Administrator report to support cases’ identification.

We will be interested to see the future developments of Formbird CLARITY and how they continue to improve efficiency, safety and compliance.

Get in contact with Formbird today to see how your organisation can benefit from efficiency gains with your workforce management.

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Forbes Shire Council celebrates 12-month milestone

Formbird improves preventative maintenance forecasting

Forbes Shire Council Swaps spreadsheets, a whiteboard and a diary for FLEET.

Forbes Shire Council in New South Wales is the first user to implement Formbird Fleet, and recently completed their first year of using the fleet management information system.

Forbes (located about 5 hours’ drive west of Sydney) has an estimated population of 9,900 and covers an area of 4,720 km².  With just under 200 mobile fleet assets, Forbes has found the system ideally suited to helping them manage their fleet with modern technology.

Forbes Fleet Manager, Anthony Davies, who joined the Council in July 2018, said,

“We are encouraging the elimination of paper-based processes, and data migration off spreadsheet-based systems that require a lot of inefficient manual updating and manipulation for corporate reporting and planning.”  

Anthony explained further, “We started with spreadsheets, a whiteboard and a diary, and are now well on our way to a paperless workshop.  Formbird Fleet has helped us run the workshop more like we would do in a dealership business.”    (Anthony has over 20 years’ experience in the private sector in motor dealerships.) 

Forbes first installed the software in August 2019 and took the route of a staged implementation.  They began with establishing an asset register, followed by implementing scheduled preventative maintenance scheduling and recording reactive repairs.  “Our workshop staff have found the system easy to use  – both the workshop foreman, Ed Burke, and apprentice mechanics, Martin Nash and Nathan Molloy, have quickly taken to the system. Now, all our service and repair history can be found in one place.”   

As the first user of the Formbird Fleet system, Anthony has contributed to the enhancement of the software with valuable feedback.   Forbes are now looking forward to using the improved preventative maintenance forecasting system, the upgrade process also enhanced by Anthony’s comments.

Anthony and his staff have also generously answered questions from prospective users. “We have had visits from neighbouring councils, who have been very impressed with what Forbes have achieved using this system,” said Anthony.   “When visitors ask me what our journey was like, I refer them back to when I started at Forbes with a diary and a whiteboard.  I start here with all of our visitors so that they understand how much we have progressed.  Formbird has made it an easy transition from there to where we are now.”

Forbes Shire Council now has an asset register in Formbird Fleet, with comprehensive data underpinned by the IPWEA Fleet Asset Classifications.   Formbird Fleet has enabled Forbes to progress to an electronic fleet maintenance system, with preventative maintenance and defect management tools based on the IPWEA Fleet Maintenance Codes.  

Anthony currently produces a monthly fleet report for the Shire Council’s senior management.   He says, “Formbird Fleet makes it easy to capture and record data, and easy to provide impressive reports for Council which have improved the visibility status of the fleet department.”

Forbes is planning next to arrange Formbird Fleet integration with Civica Authority to enhance the corporate data assimilation process.

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