Feature ID: FM-13Documentation Index
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Module: FM (Facilities Management) This guide provides instructions for using the Fleet Management features in the Encore Health OS platform.
Overview
Fleet Management allows you to:- Register and manage fleet vehicles
- Track mileage and fuel consumption
- Manage driver information and licenses
- Log trips and calculate costs
- Schedule and track vehicle maintenance
- View fleet analytics and reports
Registering a Vehicle
Step 1: Navigate to Fleet Management
- Go to Facilities Management → Fleet → Vehicles
- Click Add Vehicle
Step 2: Enter Vehicle Information
Required Fields:- VIN - Vehicle Identification Number (17 characters)
- Make - Vehicle manufacturer (e.g., Honda, Toyota)
- Model - Vehicle model (e.g., Civic, Camry)
- Year - Model year
- Color - Vehicle color
- Plate Number - License plate number
- Plate State - State of registration
- Registration Expiration - Registration expiration date
- Insurance Expiration - Insurance expiration date
- Site - Associated site/location
- Status - Active, Maintenance, Retired, or Disposed
Step 3: Save Vehicle
Click Save to register the vehicle. The vehicle will appear in your fleet list.Logging Trips
Mobile-Optimized Trip Entry
The trip logging page is optimized for mobile devices, making it easy for drivers to log trips on the go.Step 1: Navigate to Trip Logging
- Go to Fleet → Trips → Log Trip
- Or click Log Trip from a vehicle detail page
Step 2: Enter Trip Details
- Vehicle - Select the vehicle used
- Trip Date - Date of the trip
- Destination - Where you went
- Purpose - Reason for the trip
- Trip Type - Business, Personal, Maintenance, or Other
- Start Odometer - Odometer reading at trip start
- End Odometer - Odometer reading at trip end
- Miles Driven - Automatically calculated if start/end odometer provided
- Mileage Rate - Reimbursement rate (if applicable)
- Trip Cost - Automatically calculated from miles × rate
Step 3: Save Trip
Click Save to log the trip. The trip will be recorded and linked to the vehicle.Recording Fuel Purchases
Step 1: Navigate to Fuel Logging
- Go to Fleet → Fuel → Log Fuel
- Or click Log Fuel from a vehicle detail page
Step 2: Enter Fuel Information
- Vehicle - Select the vehicle
- Purchase Date - Date of fuel purchase
- Fuel Type - Gasoline, Diesel, Electric, Hybrid, or Other
- Gallons - Amount of fuel purchased
- Price per Gallon - Cost per gallon
- Total Cost - Automatically calculated
- Odometer Reading - Current odometer (for MPG calculation)
- Station Name - Where fuel was purchased
- Station Location - Address of station
- Receipt Number - Optional receipt number
Step 3: Save Fuel Log
Click Save to record the fuel purchase. The system will automatically calculate MPG if a previous odometer reading exists.Viewing Fleet Analytics
Accessing Analytics
- Go to Fleet → Analytics
- View key metrics:
- Total Fleet Cost - Combined costs across all vehicles
- Average MPG - Average fuel efficiency
- Total Miles Driven - Total mileage across fleet
- Cost per Mile - Average cost per mile
- Maintenance Alerts - Upcoming maintenance due
Reports Available
- Fleet Cost Report - Detailed cost breakdown by vehicle
- Fuel Efficiency Report - MPG trends and comparisons
- Trip Summary Report - Trip activity and costs
- Maintenance Schedule Report - Upcoming maintenance items
Mobile Usage
Mobile-Optimized Features
- Trip Logging - Quick trip entry on mobile devices
- Fuel Logging - Fast fuel purchase recording
- Vehicle Status - View vehicle status and alerts
- Maintenance Alerts - Receive notifications for due maintenance
Best Practices
- Log trips immediately after completion
- Record fuel purchases at the pump
- Check maintenance alerts regularly
- Update odometer readings accurately
Driver Management
Viewing Driver Information
- Go to Fleet → Drivers
- View driver list with license information
- Click on a driver to see details
Driver Details Include
- License Information - Number, state, expiration
- CDL Information - Commercial driver’s license details (if applicable)
- Assigned Vehicles - Vehicles currently assigned to driver
- Trip History - Recent trips logged by driver
Vehicle Detail Page
Accessing Vehicle Details
Click on any vehicle in the fleet list to view its detail page.Information Available
- Vehicle Information - Make, model, year, VIN, registration
- Current Status - Active, Maintenance, Retired, Disposed
- Odometer - Current odometer reading
- Assigned Driver - Current driver assignment
- Recent Trips - Last 10 trips
- Fuel History - Recent fuel purchases with MPG
- Maintenance Schedule - Upcoming maintenance items
- Maintenance History - Past maintenance records
Actions Available
- Log Trip - Record a new trip
- Log Fuel - Record fuel purchase
- Assign Driver - Assign or change driver
- Update Status - Change vehicle status
- View Reports - Generate vehicle-specific reports
Tips for Effective Fleet Management
- Regular Updates - Log trips and fuel purchases regularly for accurate analytics
- Accurate Odometer Readings - Ensure odometer readings are accurate for MPG calculations
- Maintenance Alerts - Set up maintenance schedules to receive alerts
- Driver Assignment - Keep driver assignments up to date
- Cost Tracking - Review fleet analytics regularly to identify cost-saving opportunities
Related Documentation
- Fleet Management Admin Guide - Administrator configuration guide
- FM-13 Fleet Management Specification - Full technical specification
- FM Integration Contracts - Event and API contracts for FM module integrations
Support
For questions or issues with Fleet Management:- Contact your organization administrator
- Review the Admin Guide for configuration options
- Check system documentation for advanced features