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Managementby Lynda Van KurenAugust 27, 2020

5 Keys to Ease Succession Planning

Developing a long-term plan, creating a pipeline of staff who are prepared to move into more responsible positions, and mentoring top candidates are crucial to ensuring success.

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Managementby Karen MainAugust 26, 2020

4 Tips for Leading Through Tough Times

During the challenges brought about by the pandemic, leaders should remember to keep their role in perspective, focus on a positive outlook of the future and their team’s strengths, and give themselves a break.

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Safetyby Derek GrahamAugust 24, 2020

Amid Pandemic, Don’t Let Safety Take a Back Seat

Let’s seize the opportunity to improve training for students and drivers and help them understand the entire process of crossing safety, including what to do if the danger signal is sounded.

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Managementby SBF and Metro StaffAugust 18, 2020

5 Bus Wash Systems Offering Greater Efficiency

These systems offer features that allow for saving time and resources such as soap, and brush systems that can accommodate exterior equipment, including stop arms and crossing arms.

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Managementby Stuart VogelmanAugust 3, 2020

Program Simplifies Tech Training for New Dispatchers

A Washington state district dispatcher shares a process he devised to more easily get trainees up to speed on key technological tools such as Google G Suite, routing and tracking software, and mobile texting.

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SafetyCover Storyby Nicole SchlosserJuly 29, 2020

8 Products to Help Combat COVID on the Bus

On tap to assist are ultraviolet light, fogging, and tracking systems, disinfectant sprayers, and an app and digital solution that help track cleaning and conduct contact tracing.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserJuly 28, 2020

Charlie Bruce’s Leadership Talent Fosters Growth

Known for his people skills, hard work, and uncanny ability to build effective teams, the senior vice president of National Express has played a key role in growing and improving school bus companies.

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Safetyby Nicole SchlosserJuly 15, 2020

5 Questions: Stephanie Oliver on Reopening Guidelines, Virtual Training

Oliver, a transportation programs consultant for the California Department of Education, discusses the importance of a plan outlining details for identifying COVID-19 symptoms, considerations for special-needs students, and the state’s new online training.

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Maintenanceby StaffJuly 9, 2020

3 Tips for Optimal Tire Maintenance

Maintaining proper inflation and consistently completing thorough visual inspections and rotations go a long way toward extending tire life.

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Managementby Nicole SchlosserJuly 6, 2020

3 Ways Routing Software Can Simplify Planning for School Reopening

The latest solutions include features that gather additional variables — such as social distancing — introduced by the pandemic, quickly cover “what-if” scenarios, and enhance communication efforts, suppliers say.

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