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Samsara Announces 2025 Connected Operations Award Winners
Samsara's Connected Operations Awards honor organizations using digital transformation to drive improvements in safety, efficiency, and sustainability.
June 17, 2025
The Samsara Operations Awards are meant to honor automotive industry leaders and those dedicated to driving operation efforts.
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Samsara recognized the remarkable achievements of its customers with the announcement of the 2025 Connected Operations Award winners. This year’s honorees illustrate the positive effects of digital transformation and underscore the role of Samsara's AI-powered platform in driving improvements in safety, efficiency, and sustainability. Samsara reports it received a record number of applicants this year.
North American Honorees:
Digital Transformation of the Year: Republic Services, Inc.
Excellence in Systems Efficiency: Mohawk Industries
Excellence in Performance, Education: Michigan State University - Landscape Services
Excellence in Performance, Government: State of Tennessee - Department of General Services - Vehicle & Asset Management
Excellence in Physical Security: Mexicana Logistics
Most Innovative Workforce: Maxim Crane Works
Most Sustainable Operations: Alto Experience, Inc.
Safest Operator: Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC
Technology Leader of the Year: Megan Sharp, Vice President, Operations Support, Ferrellgas
Top Driver, Canada: Alexey Khorev, Martin Brower
Top Driver, Mexico: Felipe Cortez Perez, Paquetexpress
Top Driver, United States: Elizabeth Martinez, Storer Transportation
European Honorees:
Excellence in Driver Engagement: Delifresh
Industry Innovator: OCU Group Limited
Most Sustainable Operations: RubanBleu
Safest Operator: Vp Brandon Hire Station
Top Driver: Sean Farrell, CLEAN Linen & Workwear
Honoree's Metrics Driving the Awards:
Maxim Crane saved over $13M in maintenance costs by shifting to proactive maintenance.
OCU Group Limited improved its insurance performance in 2024/25 compared to 2023 and 2024, achieving a 28% reduction in auto claims and a 42% decrease in claims costs, all while expanding its fleet by over 600 vehicles.
Mohawk Industries closed the gap in planned vs. actual routing to save over $7.75M annually by reducing mileage by 25%.
Mexicana Logistics achieved an 80% reduction in emergency detection times and a 97% reduction in saddle thefts, significantly enhancing security.
Quality Custom Distribution Services LLC reduced auto claims by 44%, resulting in $2.5M in savings, and improved driver retention by 60% through enhanced safety practices.
To learn more about the categories and honorees of Samsara’s 2025 Connected Operations Awards, visit samsara.com.
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