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Business Recorder
a day ago
- Business
- Business Recorder
‘Apni Chhat Apna Ghar' programme: Over 51,000 families get loans
LAHORE: Chief Minister Punjab Maryam Nawaz Sharif presided over an important meeting regarding 'Apni Chhat Apna Ghar' programme in which progress being made with regard to ongoing programme was reviewed. So far, the dream of more than 51,000 families has become a reality through this programme. The Chief Minister directed to further accelerate the pace of ongoing development work regarding 'Apni Chhat Apna Ghar' programme. A detailed briefing was given on the current status of the project. It was informed in the briefing that loans have been provided to 51,911 poor families from the platform of 'Apni Chhat Apna Ghar' programme. A substantial amount worth Rs65 billion has been distributed under the 'Apni Chhat Apna Ghar' programme. So far, 45,178 houses are under construction while 6,160 houses have been completed. The CM outlined, 'Key Performance Indicator (KPI) of every decision is focused on the development, protection and convenience of the people.' She highlighted, 'It is the vision of Quaid PML-N Nawaz Sharif and my pledge as well to provide shelter to the poor and homeless people of Punjab.' She vowed, 'The day a poor gets a house, the state becomes successful in its noble mission. The era of doing traditional politics has been done away with and the time of rendering public service has started during the tenure of PML-N government.' She emphasized, 'Apni Chhat, Apna Ghar is not just a project of constructing bricks and walls, but the beginning of a new life for the impecunious strata of society. It has happened for the first time in the history of Pakistan to provide shelter to the poverty-stricken people across Punjab.' She added, 'Practical steps are being taken to provide shelter to the poor and homeless families on such a massive scale. I am striving day and night to ensure that no citizen of Punjab remains shelterless.' Copyright Business Recorder, 2025
Business Wire
5 days ago
- Business
- Business Wire
KB Home Once Again Named One of America's Best Midsize Companies by TIME Magazine
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--KB Home (NYSE: KBH), one of the largest and most recognized homebuilders in the U.S., has been named to TIME's 2025 list of America's Best Midsize Companies— the only national homebuilder to appear on this list every year since its inception. This recognition is presented by TIME and Statista, a leading provider of market and consumer data, and can be viewed on the TIME website. 'We're honored to once again be named one of America's Best Midsize Companies by TIME,' said Jeffrey Mezger, KB Home's Chairman and Chief Executive Officer. 'KB Home is the only homebuilder to make the list every year since its inception, and this recognition underscores our enduring commitment to delivering industry-leading customer satisfaction, creating a culture of excellence and driving innovation in sustainability that positively impacts our stakeholders and delivers long-term value.' The recognized companies were identified based on three dimensions and using more than 15 different criteria. TIME considered all companies that operate in the U.S. and generated between $100 million and $10 billion in revenue in 2023 or 2024. The three evaluation criteria were: Employee Satisfaction: Standardized work-related Key Performance Indicator (KPI) data based on survey data of a large sample of employees from U.S. companies Revenue Growth: Revenue growth data of all relevant companies from internal growth and company databases Sustainability Transparency: Environmental, social and governance data among standardized KPIs from internal database and targeted data research For more information on KB Home, call 888-KB-HOMES or visit About KB Home KB Home is one of the largest and most trusted homebuilders in the United States. We operate in 49 markets, have built nearly 700,000 quality homes in our more than 65-year history, and are honored to be the #1 customer-ranked national homebuilder based on third-party buyer surveys. What sets KB Home apart is building strong, personal relationships with every customer and creating an exceptional experience that offers our homebuyers the ability to personalize their home based on what they value at a price they can afford. As the industry leader in sustainability, KB Home has achieved one of the highest residential energy-efficiency ratings and delivered more ENERGY STAR ® certified homes than any other builder, helping to lower the total cost of homeownership. For more information, visit
Arab Times
08-07-2025
- Automotive
- Arab Times
Kuwait Petroleum International launches operations at Berchem stations in Luxembourg
KUWAIT CITY, July 8: Kuwait Petroleum International (KPI) announced Tuesday the commencement of operations at the Berchem East and West service stations on the Luxembourg motorway — regarded as the largest and most prominent motorway service area in Europe. In a statement to KUNA, KPI described the launch as a major milestone in its global expansion, following its successful bid for the concession contract earlier this year. With the addition of the two high-traffic stations, KPI has effectively doubled its network on Luxembourg's motorways, bringing its total presence to 40 service stations. This expansion underscores the company's commitment to delivering comprehensive and environmentally responsible transportation services across Europe. KPI CEO Shafi Al-Ajmi said that incorporating the Berchem sites into the company's network is a strategic step aligned with KPI's long-term vision to expand the international footprint of Kuwaiti energy. He emphasized that the initiative focuses on customer-centric innovation and praised the dedication of the teams who made the project a reality. Under the terms of the concession agreement, KPI has assumed full operational control of both Berchem stations. Al-Ajmi noted that the company is working to modernize the facilities into next-generation service centers that reflect KPI's brand identity. These upgrades include advanced electric vehicle charging infrastructure and the availability of renewable diesel fuel for heavy-duty transport. 'The Berchem stations are among the busiest highway service areas in Europe, serving tens of thousands of travelers daily,' Al-Ajmi added. 'Their strategic location along a major European transit route strengthens KPI's drive toward innovation and sustainable development.' An official ceremony was held earlier Tuesday to mark the launch of operations, attended by Luxembourg's Minister of Economy, Small and Medium Enterprises, Energy and Tourism, Lex Delles, alongside key business partners, KPI leadership, and government representatives. Kuwait's Ambassador to Belgium and Luxembourg and Head of Missions to the European Union and NATO, Nawaf Al-Enezi, was also present. Speakers at the event praised the initiative as a significant step forward in strengthening economic cooperation between Kuwait and Luxembourg, highlighting its role in promoting sustainable development and supporting Europe's energy and transportation sectors. Founded in 1983, Kuwait Petroleum International is the international marketing arm of Kuwait Petroleum Corporation. It operates more than 4,800 retail fuel and service stations across Europe, supplies jet fuel at over 82 global airports, and manufactures and markets premium engine oils. KPI also holds equity in refineries in Italy, Vietnam, and Oman through strategic partnerships with major global oil companies.
Yahoo
06-07-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The KPI Breakdown Every Dispatcher Should Know
As a carrier with enough units that you hire an internal dispatch team, understanding how to measure their performance is critical. If your dispatcher is only focused on picking loads and calling drivers, you've got a major blind spot in your operation. Because in today's market, dispatch isn't just about movement—it's about measurement. And if your dispatcher doesn't understand the right KPIs, you're flying blind while the wheels turn. Too many small carriers overlook this. They hire dispatchers to keep trucks moving but never train them to measure what actually matters. That's why you can run 2,000 miles a week and still lose money. Or think you're doing great—until that breakdown or late delivery costs you a contract. Whether you're dispatching for yourself or managing a small team, this article breaks down the KPIs every dispatcher should know cold. Not just because it's good business, but because if you want to scale, you've got to manage by the numbers—not by gut feel. Let's break it down. This is the foundation. Revenue Per Mile is the most basic performance indicator in dispatch—and the most misused. Most dispatchers will tell you they're getting '$2.50 a mile,' but they're looking at gross rate—not net. And they're often including empty miles without even realizing it. The Fix:Track loaded revenue per loaded mile, not total miles. Then track total revenue per all miles. Why? Because both tell a different story. If your loaded RPM is $2.50 but your all-mile RPM is $1.85, you've got a deadhead issue. That's a dispatch problem. Target RPM (All Miles): Dry Van: $2.00+ Reefer: $2.30+ Flatbed: $2.50+ Hotshot: $2.00–$2.20 If your dispatcher isn't watching deadhead like a hawk, you're burning diesel and losing margin. Every empty mile is a silent killer. You're wearing down equipment, paying for fuel, and losing hours—without earning a dime. The KPI:Deadhead % = (Empty Miles ÷ Total Miles) × 100 Ideal Target: Under 12%If you're above 15%, it's time to have a serious conversation about routing and planning. Real-world Example:We had a fleet running Texas to Atlanta. The dispatcher kept booking returns out of Savannah—because it paid 'better.' But the deadhead to Savannah wiped out the profit. Once we tightened the outbound strategy and aligned reloads closer to Atlanta, profit jumped 14%. KPI #3 – On-Time Performance Shippers don't care about how far you drove—they care if you were on time. Yet many dispatchers don't track arrival times consistently. Or worse, they rely on drivers to 'check in' without confirming timestamps. The KPI:On-Time % = (On-Time Loads ÷ Total Loads) × 100 Target: 98% or betterAnd yes, 95% is not good enough if you want direct freight. Pro Tip:Build a habit of documenting delivery ETA vs. actual time on every load. If a driver hits traffic, logs out late, or stops for an unscheduled break—track it. Over time, you'll spot patterns that help fix service issues before they cost you a customer. Dwell time kills your hours, clogs up your day, and wrecks driver morale. If your dispatcher isn't tracking how long trucks sit at each shipper or receiver, they're leaving time—and money—on the table. The KPI:Dwell Time = Time at facility (from check-in to check-out) Why It Matters: You can start negotiating detention with evidence. You can identify problem customers. You can coach drivers on check-in/check-out habits. Target: Under 2 hoursLonger than that? Start documenting, charging, and rerouting away from poor-performing facilities. Now here's where dispatch and accounting collide. Your dispatcher might not be paying the bills—but they influence almost every cost decision with the loads they choose. Fuel, tolls, time, route, idle—all affected by dispatch. Your Role:Even if the dispatcher isn't doing the math, they need to know the target. For example: If your fleet's breakeven CPM is $1.70, then taking a $2.00/mile load with 150 deadhead miles is a bad move. If a load has NYC tolls and drivers unload, the 'rate' better reflects that—otherwise it's a loss. Pro Tip:Include your dispatcher in monthly cost reviews. Let them see the numbers they influence. That turns them into business thinkers—not just load planners. This one tells you how much of the driver's available hours are actually being used to generate revenue. Dispatchers must understand that time is your #1 asset—and unused time is expensive. The KPI:Loaded Utilization % = (Loaded Hours ÷ Available Hours) × 100 If a truck has 60 driving hours but only 30 were spent loading and moving freight, you've got a utilization issue. Target: 80% or higher Fixes: Better load timing Tight reload windows Avoiding 'wait for tomorrow' dead time This metric tracks how fast a driver is turned from delivery to next pickup. It's especially critical in power-only, reefer, and expedited freight. The KPI:Turn Time = Time between delivery and next pickup Target: Under 12 hours for OTRThe tighter this number, the better your dispatcher is planning. Long delays? That's poor forecasting or bad reload strategy. The gold standard. This is the scoreboard that wraps up everything your dispatcher does. If the dispatcher is killing every other KPI, it should show up here. Target Revenue (Ranges by trailer type): Dry Van: $5,500–$6,500/week Reefer: $6,000–$7,000/week Flatbed: $6,500–$8,000/week Hotshot: $4,000–$5,500/week If you're consistently under these ranges, revisit the load planning, deadhead, and utilization numbers. That's where the leak starts. Not a traditional KPI, but one I make every dispatcher track. The KPI:% of weekly freight booked off load boards Target: Under 40%If your dispatcher is pulling 80–90% of freight from the board every week, that's not a dispatcher—it's a gambler. Load boards should be backup, not your foundation. Encourage your team to build relationships with brokers, target dedicated lanes, and support direct shipper outreach. Your dispatcher is the nerve center of your operation. But if they're not watching the numbers, they're flying the plane with no instruments. KPIs aren't just paperwork—they're the pulse of your business. Train your dispatch team to live by them. Review them weekly. And tie performance goals to them. Because when your dispatcher knows the numbers, they stop reacting—and start driving results. The post The KPI Breakdown Every Dispatcher Should Know appeared first on FreightWaves.
The Star
06-07-2025
- The Star
1,005 employers detained for migrant offences this year
KUALA LUMPUR: The Immigration Department has detained 1,005 employers for allegedly hiring or harbouring undocumented migrants between Jan 1 and July 3 this year. Immigration director-general Datuk Zakaria Shaaban ( pic ) said the arrests involved employers from various sectors, including restaurants, factories and retail shops, with most of them being locals found sheltering foreign nationals without valid documents. 'As of July, we've achieved 70% of our Key Performance Indicator (KPI) and I'm confident we'll exceed our target by year-end,' he told reporters at the IMI KL Run and Customer Engagement Day held here yesterday, Bernama reported. Also present was Kuala Lumpur Immigration director Wan Mohammed Saupee Wan Yusoff. During the same period, the department conducted 6,913 nationwide operations, screening 97,322 foreign nationals and arresting 26,320 individuals for suspected immigration offences. Zakaria said enforcement would continue to be intensified, with no compromise on undocumented migrants. Over 200 hotspots are being monitored. He added that public outreach events like the IMI KL Run programme, which drew over 800 participants, would be continued to strengthen public engagement. The programme had two categories, namely five kilometres and 10km, around the Kuala Lumpur Immigration Office.
