Efficiency, flexibility and quality – de-fleeting at its best

It’s often said that time is money, a phrase which could have been coined specifically for the motor industry, where the spectre of depreciation follows every vehicle from the moment it first leaves the factory.

“It’s no exaggeration to say that every hour of every day makes a difference to a vehicle’s value, and that’s precisely why we think in terms of hours rather than days when de-fleeting vehicles on behalf of our clients,” says Theo Kortland, Managing Director of grs.

In translating this thinking into action, grs has developed arguably the most efficient and sophisticated de-fleeting operation in the industry, combining cutting-edge technology and processes with the very best people.

Based close to the M6 at Cold Meece in Staffordshire, every aspect of the 36-acre logistics centre has been designed with efficiency in mind, bringing a fresh approach to the traditionally time and labour intensive de-fleeting process. Every aspect can be undertaken on-site – from arrival and inspection through refurbishment and repair to preparation and collection or dispatch.

“Cold Meece has been designed on a production line basis, to make the de-fleeting process as quick and cost-effective for clients as possible. Time really is money and we ensure that neither are wasted!”

In addition to efficiency, flexibility is also important, with vendors able to make use of as many – or as few – services as they need. They can also define the way in which they work with grs. Continues Theo, “The flexibility of our Cold Meece operation puts vendors in the driving seat, as they can specify the precise services they need to meet the needs of their businesses.”

Quality is another given at Cold Meece. Bespoke hand-held technology and computer systems unique to grs ensure the flow of vehicles around the facility, while cutting-edge techniques employed by highly skilled technicians produce stunning results when repairs are required. “Our job is not only to de-fleet vehicles, but also to maximise the value of each one,” says Theo. “By continually investing in the most efficient systems and using the latest SMART repair processes for example, we can not only increase the speed but also reduce the cost of de-fleeting, both of which help to achieve the best return for our clients.”