Over half of fleets still using paper forms for risk management process, says TTC

Over half of fleets (55%) are still using paper-based methods for assessing the risk profile of their drivers, according to TTC.

The risk management and training provider's own survey revealed that just 25% of respondents rely on telematics data to help assess driver risk.

David Marsh,  TTC Group chief executive, said: "Embracing automated checks and risk assessments is no longer a luxury but a necessity for effective end-to-end fleet risk management.

“Initial driver background checks when an employee joins a business are not robust enough, and repeating manual checks regularly enough to fully protect a business is an administrative burden few can afford."

While the majority of respondents are relying on what TTC describes as “outdated processes”, it said 45% are using external data to complete a holistic driver risk assessment. This includes driver history and driver behaviour.

Marsh said  businesses that move away from manual processes, can gain “a more accurate and real-time understanding of driver risk, enabling proactive interventions and contributing to safer roads".

TTC Group recently acquired Think Eleven, a specialist international provider of competency management software and services, for an undisclosed sum.

Think Eleven is best known for its SkillStation platform, used by organisations to assess, track, and manage employee training, skills and competence across a diverse range of sectors and markets, including safety-critical environments.

The Think Eleven acquisition is TTC Group’s third in 18 months.

It bought Synergie Training in January 2024 and followed that up with the acquisition of Miad Healthcare in September last year, reflecting the group's diversification into the broader people risk management space.