In this episode of State of the Fleet Industry, Chris Brown speaks with Ted Cannis, former CEO of Ford Pro, about what fleets are overlooking right now and what they need to do to prepare for the next wave of disruption.
Based on his experience building Ford Pro into a $70 billion operation, Cannis shares practical insights on connected vehicle data, AI, and electrification. The conversation also previews his closing keynote at the 2025 Fleet Forward Conference.
🧭 Topics Discussed
Why many fleets are missing the bigger picture by staying reactive
The critical need for integrated, connected data across fleet operations
How to align electrification with real-world business outcomes
Where AI delivers real value, beyond generative hype
Security risks emerging from data-rich, connected systems
Lessons from scaling Ford Pro into a $70B integrated fleet platform
What fleets can expect from Cannis’ closing keynote at Fleet Forward Conference