Please Note Time Change for NAFA's "Cooperative Procurement" Webinar Taking Place This Wednesday

The slate of NAFA webinars for 2018 is online. NAFA webinars are available for FREE for all NAFA Members as an exclusive benefit of membership. Registration for non-members is $25. Register now and be prepared for these informative education opportunities.

Cooperative Procurement: Tools and Trends to Help Get You More with Less

Please note: The start time for this webinar has changed to 11:00 AM EST. If you have already registered for this webinar, please be aware of this schedule shift. You are not required to do anything further.

Time: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM EST 
Date: Wednesday, July 18, 2018 

 
Instructor: Tammy Rimes, Executive Director of National Cooperative Procurement Partners, The Toro Company

Join this discussion of the history of co-operative purchasing, along with emerging trends; the critical analysis needed in comparing and choosing a cooperative solution; and the benefits of cooperative purchasing as an additional public procurement tool. National trends in the world of public procurement will be unveiled, as well as real-life examples of some innovative programs across the nation being implemented by proactive procurement teams in regards to cooperative procurement.

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The Keys to a Successful Global Safety Program
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Date: Wednesday, August 15, 2018

Instructor(s): Ed Pierce, Communications Director, The CEI Group, Inc.

Multinational companies are under increasing pressure to match their North American fleet safety efforts worldwide, even in countries with much different driving landscapes. CEI’s Ed Pierce, Director of Communications, will explain the need for culturally-considered risk assessments and training, as well as data collection, integrity, and reporting. He will also illuminate the need for consultative services, single source data management, and consistent driver communications.

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Balancing Connectivity with Safety: Distracted Driving Regulations,
Fleet Safety Policies, And Ensuring Driver Compliance
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Date: Wednesday, September 19, 2018

Instructor: Elizabeth Rossiter, Director of Telematics and Safety Products, Donlen

Keeping drivers safe and returning them home safely is a top concern for fleet professionals. Learn how successful fleet managers keep their drivers safe through safety strategies, and how they ensure drivers remain compliant with safety policies.

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Essentials in Managing Service Truck Programs
Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM EST 
Date: Wednesday, October 17, 2018 

 
Instructors: Joe Birren, Senior Truck & Upfit Engineer; Jennifer Gordon, Product Sales Consultant; and Brad Jacobs, Director of Strategic Consulting, Merchants Fleet Management

Managing a fleet including medium- and heavy-duty trucks involves a different set of considerations and regulations. This session will discuss what makes a successful full-service truck program from procurement and upfitting to service and compliance. Join this event to learn updated tactics and information on this specialized fleet segment.

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Cybersecurity, Electrification, and the Evolving Autonomous Landscape;
What This Means to Fleet
Time: 12:00 - 1:00 PM EST
Date: Wednesday, November 21, 2018

Instructor: Dennis Straight, Chief Technology Officer, Donlen

Fleet professionals have to prepare for the arrival of connected vehicles, and be prepared for electrification, cybersecurity, and autonomous vehicles. You are the fleet expert, and your senior leaders will turn to you for answers. Learn how to be in a position of authority by learning what is on the horizon.