Tim Klauke and Volker Quirin side by side in a warehouse

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ForkOn strengthens data-based fleet management: Volker Quirin boosts safety and efficiency in intralogistics

ForkOn is growing and bringing Volker Quirin, a recognized industry expert, on board. Together, we are driving forward the digital transformation in fleet management with cloud solutions, real-time data, and practical strategies for greater efficiency, safety, and sustainability in intralogistics.

Industry expertise for digital fleet solutions

Volker Quirin is no stranger to intralogistics:

  • Expert in industrial forklifts
  • Member of VDI Expert Group 305
  • Consulting in intralogistics

Many still know him from Mobile Easykey, where he successfully supported companies in optimizing their warehouse and fleet processes.

ForkOn offers true manufacturer independence and a cloud-first approach that enables flexibility, scalability, and future - proofing. The intelligent use of real-time data to make informed decisions is particularly important - a clear added value for our customers.

Volker QuirinDirector Business Development and Consulting, ForkOn

Overcoming challenges in intralogistics

Intralogistics faces major challenges:

  • Increasing cost pressure
  • Higher safety requirements
  • Digitalization gaps

Many companies still work with paper or Excel checklists. This is prone to errors and no longer up to date.

Volker QuirinDirector Business Development and Consulting, ForkOn

Accidents involving industrial trucks are among the most common risks in warehouses. Every collision or technical defect can endanger people and cause high costs. Studies show that 30–40% of all warehouse accidents are directly or indirectly related to forklifts.

Safety becomes a factor in efficiency

Companies that actively shape safety benefit in several ways:

  • Fewer accidents and downtime
  • Lower operating costs and insurance rates
  • Greater legal certainty and compliance

Safety must not be a cost factor in the background - it is the key to efficiency, sustainability, and long - term success.

Volker QuirinDirector Business Development and Consulting, ForkOn

Digital solutions for measurable results

Data-based fleet management solutions can achieve measurable effects:

  • Fleet optimization: fleets up to 20% smaller thanks to usage data
  • Intelligent risk assessments instead of blanket checklists
  • Integration instead of isolated solutions: all brands, locations, and costs in one dashboard

ForkOn 360° Intralog Audit: Consulting & Analysis

ForkOn now offers a practical intralogistics audit to help companies optimize their processes, safety standards, and fleet deployment.

Goal of the audit:

  • Identify weaknesses in fleet deployment
  • Close safety and compliance gaps
  • Streamline processes and reduce costs
  • Use data as a basis for sustainable decisions

Based on this analysis, ForkOn develops customized recommendations for action that can be implemented immediately– from smart risk assessment to manufacturer-independent data strategy.

ForkX on a smartphone

ForkOn’s perspective

Volker brings an exceptional combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and deep industry knowledge to the company. Together, we want to increase security, simplify processes, and offer our customers measurable added value.

Tim Klauke-GarciaCEO and founder, ForkOn

Sustainable intralogistics

In the coming years, ForkOn will focus on:

  • Digitization of safety and compliance
  • Predictive maintenance for forklifts
  • Measurable sustainability in fleet management

We want to help our customers actively shape security and efficiency - not reactively.

Volker QuirinDirector Business Development and Consulting, ForkOn

Goal: Establish data as a management tool for fleet managers.

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