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Benefits of Tank Monitors

Unlocking Efficiency: Five Benefits of Tank Monitors

While tank monitors aren’t new to the industry, they are indispensable tools that can revolutionize the way businesses operate. Tank monitors don’t just monitor tanks, they empower fuel delivery businesses to become more efficient, so they are able to do more with less.

Let’s explore five key benefits of incorporating tank monitors into your system.

  1. Precision Beyond K Factor and Degree Days
    Tank monitors offer an unparalleled level of accuracy in understanding how many gallons of fuel are in a customer’s tank. Unlike traditional methods relying on K Factors and degree days, which can be affected by the unpredictable heating habits of your customers, tank monitors provide real-time data. This accuracy is crucial in optimizing delivery schedules to ensure the highest percentage of ideal delivery gallons every time.
  2. Efficiency Over Delivery Groups
    Efficiency is the name of the game, and tank monitors shine in this regard. When managed properly, monitors help eliminate the need to set up delivery groups, which often function as efficiency killers. By streamlining the delivery process and removing unnecessary group constraints, businesses can achieve a more agile and responsive operation.
  3. Customer Satisfaction
    Tank monitors, when paired with consumer apps, can transform the customer experience. Calls from customers asking about delivery schedules become a thing of the past. Consumers can now access real-time information about their fuel levels, allowing them to plan. This not only reduces the workload on customer service but also ensures customer satisfaction by preventing runouts during critical times, such as before a storm.
  4. Dispatcher Empowerment and Route Optimization
    For dispatchers, tank monitors are a game-changer. They provide the ability to fill routes with a high degree of accuracy, ensuring that the ideal number of gallons is delivered per load. Moreover, dispatchers can optimize routes, minimizing travel time and expenses. This level of precision allows for strategic planning, ensuring that contractual obligations are met, and gallons are moved with maximum efficiency.
  5. Incentivizing Desired Customer Behavior
    Tank monitors can also be used strategically as incentives within customer programs. Encouraging behaviors such as automatic delivery contracts, budget pay, credit card on file, service contracts… just to name a few. This not only benefits the company by driving desired customer behaviors but also enhances customer loyalty through value-added services.

In conclusion, tank monitors have become indispensable tools within our industry, offering accuracy, efficiency, and enhanced customer satisfaction. By installing tank monitors, businesses can navigate the challenges of the industry with confidence, optimizing operations and fostering stronger relationships with their clients.

Gremlin is built to integrate seamlessly with your delivery software, install quickly, run for years, and operate in multiple environments. Explore Gremlin’s key features and see why Gremlin is the fastest growing monitor solution in the industry.