Electric fleet adoption requires a coordinated effort from key internal stakeholders. Here's who needs to be involved and why:

Fleet Operations Team

• Manages logistics, budgeting, and vehicle procurement
• Ensures regulatory compliance across jurisdictions
• Maximizes vehicle uptime through maintenance and repairs
• Optimizes daily usage and routing for cost efficiency
• Works with charging partners to develop optimal charging strategies

Facilities Team

• Evaluates site energy capacity requirements
• Plans power upgrades and infrastructure installations
• Manages construction and installation projects
• Optimizes charging systems for cost efficiency
• Maintains site electrical schematics and load profiles

Finance Team

• Analyzes total cost of ownership (TCO)
• Evaluates upfront costs vs. long-term savings
• Identifies funding opportunities and incentives
• Manages risk associated with energy costs
• Considers competitive advantages of early adoption

Sustainability Team

• Tracks baseline emissions and reduction targets
• Documents environmental impact improvements
• Measures air quality benefits
• Ensures alignment with corporate sustainability goals
• Reports on progress toward emissions targets

C-Suite Executives

• Set strategic direction for sustainability initiatives
• Ensure compliance with government regulations
• Balance business performance with environmental goals
• Manage public perception and stakeholder expectations
• Drive organizational commitment to electrification

Success requires close collaboration between these internal champions and experienced external partners to navigate the complexities of fleet electrification effectively.

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