Rental Management 101: Introduction to Rental-Module 5: Operational Process

Module 5: Operational Process - Part 2

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Video Summary

The importance of facility layout in the rent-to-rent process is discussed in the video. The optimal yard layout includes a customer parking area, an access lane leading to the equipment, and a clear path to the back where there is an unloading zone. Ideally, fuel tanks, wash racks, and inspection areas should be clustered together to minimize steps and travel time for employees. Separating the rental fleet from new inventory is also important for clarity. The video also mentions the need for a service lane for preventive maintenance and a separate repair lane for more extensive diagnostics and repairs. Overall, optimizing the layout can help speed up the equipment rental process for dealers.

Keywords

facility layout

optimal yard layout

rental fleet

equipment rental process

dealers