Howmet Unlocks Agility: Key Takeaways from Our Private Fleet Webinar

TransForce
3 min read

Yesterday, we hosted a powerful conversation on private fleet efficiency—featuring industry insights from Tom Moore of the National Private Truck Council and a real-world success story from our customer, Howmet Aerospace.

If you couldn’t join us live, you can watch the full webinar here.

Here’s a quick recap of what we covered and what you’ll take away from tuning in:

1. Private Fleets Are at a Crossroads

Tom Moore opened the session with a data-rich view of today’s private fleet landscape, drawn from NPTC’s work with over 120 fleet operators. The biggest takeaway? Fleets are feeling the strain. With driver shortages persisting and turnover rising, many are struggling to recruit and retain qualified CDL drivers—especially in competitive local markets. At the same time, costs are climbing, and operations teams are being asked to do more with less.

2. Howmet’s Bold Move: A 100% Contracted Driver Workforce

Next, we heard directly from Howmet Aerospace, who shared why they moved to a fully outsourced driver model. The decision wasn’t made lightly, but the results speak volumes:

  • Operational Consistency: Access to a reliable driver pool has reduced scheduling gaps and unplanned downtime.

  • Administrative Relief: With TransForce handling recruiting, safety, compliance, and payroll, their internal teams are free to focus on strategic goals.

  • Scalable Support: As their business evolves, their workforce can flex with it from coast to coast.

Howmet also addressed the challenges—like initial concerns around driver alignment and company culture—and how strong communication, onboarding, and a driver centric culture helped solved them.

3. What a Managed Workforce Can Do for You

To close things out, our team broke down how managed workforce solutions like TransForce’s help private fleets move faster, safer, and smarter. From compliance assurance to seamless driver backfills, the model offers:

  • Flexibility without sacrificing control

  • Safety and regulatory confidence

  • Turnkey driver operations tailored to your business

Final Thoughts

If you’re running a private fleet, the insights in this webinar are especially relevant. Howmet’s journey shows that outsourcing driver operations isn’t just a last resort—it’s a strategic move that can unlock real, lasting efficiency.

👉 Watch the full session here

Let us know what resonated with you—or if you'd like to explore how a managed workforce could work for your fleet.

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