Program
Wednesday 30th October
Sponsored by Toyota
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6.30pm
Pre-conference Dinner
Thursday 31st October
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8.00 am
Registrations Open
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9.00 am
Opening Address
South Australian Department of Treasury and Finance
Welcome to conference and scene setting for the next two days -
9.15 am
Master of Ceremonies Welcome
John Boland
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9:30 am
Day 1 Sponsors Address
GM Holden Ltd
Smart Bar -
9:45 am
Future of the Car Industry
AMIF
An Industry at Crossroads - the Australian Motor Industry Federation's plan for the future survival of the Australian automotive industry -
10.30 am
Morning Tea
Sponsored by Smart Bar
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11.15 am
Update on Vehicle Technologies for Fleets
University of South Australia
There have been many new developments in vehicle technologies in recent times. With some of the latest developments relying on real time communication between vehicles and between vehicles and road infrastructure in order to improve safety, increase efficiency and lower environmental impact. How will these and other new technologies impact on future ANCAP scores and the environmental rating of vehicles, and what will this mean for future purchasing decisions. These are just some of the questions that will be discussed in the presentation by Dr Rocco Zito
Presentation -
12.00 pm
Legislative Update (inc FBT)
BDO
Following the outcome of the Federal Election, an update on the likely implications for public sector fleet managers
Presentation -
12.45 pm
Lunch
Sponsored by Holden
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1.45 pm
Vehicle Technology Update
Panel of Manufacturers
Manufacturers respond to your questions submitted prior to the conference -
2.30 pm
Developments in Vehicle Tracking Technology
Wireless Communications
As vehicle tracking becomes more prevalent, what are the next round of developments and where are the opportunities for fleet managers to use this technology to drive benefits
Presentation -
3.15 pm
Afternoon Tea
Sponsored by Smart Bar
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3.45 pm
To Outsource FMS or Not?
Fleet SA
Many organisations are considering outsourcing some elements of fleet management, hear the experiences of an agency that has done this in practice
Presentation -
4.15 pm
Future of FMS
Lease Plan
Fleet Management Systems are at the heart of many organisations fleet management approaches, what will these systems do in the next round of updates and how can that be used in practice.
Presentation -
4.45 pm
Remarketing Update
Pickles Auctions
The realisable resale of value of vehicle is key to understanding the term and amount of lease rates. Hear the latest industry observations and expectations. -
6.30 pm
Conference Dinner
Sponsored by Hyundai
Outdoor pre-dinner drinks from 6:30pm followed by dinner in the McLarens Room.
Friday 1st November
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8.00 am
Registrations Open
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9.00 am
Master of Ceremonies Welcome Day 2
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9.15 am
Preparing and Evaluating Tenders
Fleet Admin Systems
Many of the services you use are awarded by tender, how can you structure your tender request to improve the quality of responses and how do you decide which offers the greatest value for money.
Presentation -
9.45 am
Measuring the Benefits
AEC Group
When considering making a change to the ways on which the fleet is managed it’s important to understand what you stand to gain and lose and the key risks to be managed.
Presentation -
10.15 am
Car Pooling Systems
Datacentric – Autocentral
Increased utilisation of the fleet without compromising performance is a goal of many fleet managers, find out how car pool management can benefit your organisation
Presentation -
10.45 am
Morning Tea
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11.15 am
Future of Work Place Health and Safety
Safework SA
Ensuring fleet users leave work safely is the highest priority for all fleet managers. What are the developments in work place health and safety and how might these impact fleet management in the future.
Presentation -
12.00 pm
Review Session and Wrap Up
