Logistics and security specialists, Wilson James has recently acquired FORS Champion status via its Fulcrum software product. 

Launched in 2014, Fulcrum is a complete end-to-end material delivery tool, improving operational efficiencies across construction projects. The software has been recognised as a platform for promoting the values and benefits of the FORS (Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme), the voluntary accreditation scheme encompassing all aspects of safety, fuel efficiency, vehicle emissions and improved operations.

Fulcrum is the first system that links individual vehicles back to a fleet operator. From here, the FORS accreditation assigned to the fleet operator is compared to the minimum standard for the site. This prevents operators who do not meet the minimum standard from being used in the delivery booking. This approach provides confidence and assurance that from the planning phase, only the appropriately accredited suppliers can be used.  

Barrie Diffin, Product Manager for Fulcrum at Wilson James, notes “clients and contractors have a fundamental responsibility in reducing the impacts that construction and transportation has on the local populous and infrastructure. Couple this with the basic necessity of getting materials and equipment delivered to site at the right time, it is no wonder that many are now turning towards delivery management systems as a means of managing risk within their programmes. 

Fulcrum works hand in hand with the Wilson James consolidation centres and offers suppliers the ability to deliver material into storage even if they do not meet the minimum standards to go direct to site. From here, the inventory is loaded onto one of Wilson James’ gold fleet vehicles, and taken to site on their behalf.  The advantages of this approach not only reduce the congestion on the roads leading to a site, but also produces safer roads and less noise and pollution”.