The Importance of Self-Managed Fuel Systems
Introduction
Companies can become victims of theft if they give full control to vendors over their fuel management. Tracking your own fuel levels for mobile, standalone, and underground tanks gives companies and governments complete control of fuel inventory. Companies not in control are susceptible to theft, security breaches, tampered fuel tanks, and hidden costs. In 2008, fuel theft in the U.S. reached $8 million for commercial and local businesses. Why put your company in the hands of a vendor when you can control your own destiny?
Cutting Out Middlemen
Issue 1: Vendor Lock-In Using a third party to track your fuel inventory can lock you into using one vendor for all your fuel supply needs. This may be convenient, but if another vendor offers a better price, you won’t be able to use them because you gave control to one particular vendor. The vendor then determines who delivers your fuel, when it’s delivered, and sets the price, giving all freedom to the vendor instead of the customer.
Issue 2: Vendor Control The vendor controls the delivery of the fuel, so the customer needs to be aware that what they ordered may not always be what’s delivered. Vendors could be reporting inaccurate amounts, but you are still paying full price.
Solutions to Avoid These Issues
Companies can keep their vendor but have a system in place to verify their work, or they can control their own fuel management. Regardless of which option companies choose, a fuel management system should be in place.
Benefits of Wireless Fuel System Management and Level Monitoring
Managing your own fuel system provides numerous benefits, including improved security, accurate accounting, and precise monitoring of tanks. It also ensures fair pricing and proper delivery of fuel.
Security, Accounting, and Accuracy Companies that manage their own fuel can avoid the risks associated with third-party vendors. SCI Global LLC provides clients with the latest hardware and proprietary online cloud-based software to control their own fuel management. Workers can track and report all fuel activity on pumps wirelessly, view fuel and tank levels, and monitor for temperature changes and tampering. This comprehensive system ensures that every drop of fuel is accounted for, providing peace of mind and cost savings.
Conclusion
Why rely on vendors when you can have complete control over your fuel management? With SCI’s wireless fuel management systems, you can enhance security, ensure accuracy, and manage costs effectively. Take control of your fuel system and protect your assets.
