Canadian Trucking Alliance, Technology & Maintenance Council to host conference, display
The Canadian Trucking Alliance (CTA) has partnered with the Technology & Maintenance Council (TMC) to present a two-day conference and display for equipment, information technology, and logistics professionals. This event is set for Nov 12-13, 2003, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. Held in conjunction with the Ontario Trucking Association annual convention November 13-15, the conference has the theme “Harnessing Technological Change.”
Consisting of hands-on technical sessions led by experts, the tentative program will include:
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The effect Transport Canada's vehicle certification requirements are having on Canadian manufacturers and fleets
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How to get the most out of fuels, lubes, and air systems when operating in cold weather
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Best methods for recruiting, retaining, and certifying equipment technicians
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Trailer spec'ing
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Maintaining performance of the new 2002 diesel engines
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Efficient communication of business data, via various electronic systems and devices
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IT session offerings include how to manage multiple mobile assets, wireless interconnectivity, the latest EDI and XML standard developments, and how trucking companies can keep up with the web services revolution
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VMRS (Vehicle Maintenance Reporting Standards), an essential reference for standard coding convention for maintenance and parts inventory
Participants will also be able to browse through a 30,000-square-foot display of transportation equipment and information technology products. Delegates of the Ontario Trucking Association convention will have access to the trade show.
Registration before October 31 is $495 Canadian; after that date, it is $595 Canadian. For registration information, phone 703-838-1763. To register, phone 416-249-7401 ext 243.