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Safety•by Ronna Weber•August 10, 2016

NSTA Advocacy in Action — Reforms Should Come Before Safety Fitness Rulemaking

FMCSA’s apparent plan to push forward on the safety fitness determination and then make corrections, if needed, will cause burdensome midstream changes, creating confusion and forcing additional training and expense.

Management•by Mike Martin•August 9, 2016

NAPT News & Views — Back to School 2016: Time to Use Our Owner's Equity

There is no better time every year to beat the drum about what you do and why you do it well, because the news media is focused on the start of the school year and is looking for stories.

Management•by SBF Staff•August 3, 2016

Routing Solutions Target Transportation Efficiency

The latest programs for school bus routing can help school bus operations build safe and efficient routes while integrating with other fleet management functions, including GPS, driver monitoring, and KPI tracking.

Management•by Michael Dallessandro•July 27, 2016

How to Optimize Work with Consultants

Consultants can help build a case for additional resources and significant changes. Selecting for school transportation experience and specifying the project scope and deliverables are key.

Management•Cover Story•by Thomas McMahon•July 25, 2016

Servant Leadership Helps School Bus Contractor Shine

At Sunrise Transportation and other companies throughout his career, Robert Hach has focused on taking care of his people, who in turn take care of the students on their buses.

Management•by Ronna Weber•July 18, 2016

NSTA Advocacy in Action — How the Balance of Power Protects Our Industry

In the heavily regulated school transportation industry, it often feels like the governmental agencies have all the power. However, the legislative and judicial branches of government provide options for checks and balances.

Management•by Mike Martin•July 13, 2016

NAPT News & Views — Safety Proposals Should Be Based on Sound Science

If FMCSA decides to include the “S” endorsement requirements in a new federal mandate for entry-level commercial drivers, NAPT asks that states already meeting or exceeding the proposed requirements be exempt.

Management•by O. Shelley Kemp•July 11, 2016

Using Harley Davidson as a Benchmark for School Transportation

A school bus driver recruiter looks to the well-known motorcycle manufacturer for lessons in positive branding.

Management•by Nicole Schlosser•July 6, 2016

Reinvention, Adaptability Help School Bus Contractor Thrive

Ohio-based VAT adapts and goes the extra mile for customers with additional services, including school bus pre-inspection and driver and bus leasing.

Management•Cover Story•by Thomas McMahon•July 1, 2016

David Duke Sees Growth in School Bus Technology, Education Funding

Wi-Fi and bus tracking apps are playing an increasing part in pupil transportation, according to the National Express CEO. Meanwhile, state education funding is projected to recover in the coming years.

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