Today’s supply chain challenges highlight the need for fleets to always be thinking of creative, innovative, and flexible ways to acquire vehicles. Bailment pools, which offer a “mid-way” between factory and out-of-stock ordering, are one way that fleets can keep costs down while shortening lead times. In challenging ordering climates like the current one, where vehicle production is disrupted and vehicle stocks are low, fleets with bailment pools can be at an advantage. However, like any fleet strategy, bailment pools are not a fit for all situations. Here are some FAQs about what bailment pools are, how they work, and when they make sense for a fleet.