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3 Vital KPI’s for Bulk Distributors

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There are a “Vital Few” key metrics that can determine the health of a project or operation, and this applies fuels, lubes and bulk chemical delivery. 

 Just three vital KPI’s can tell you how efficiently your business is running and trending.  

  • Plan vs. Actual route time 
  • Gal/Trip 
  • Gal/Hour 

Plan vs. Actual time is an indicator of excess hours by drivers

There are always exceptions for traffic, weather, and mechanical issues, but without this measurement, you cannot manage your labor costs and overtime. 

Anecdotally, one of our customers had a long-time fuel driver who always ran an 8-hr shift with occasional overtime, so nothing looked out of the ordinary. He was highly resistant to our mobile solution and kept making excuses and claiming there were technical issues.   Our customer continued to restrict his trips but still had issues with him. They gave his route to another driver who consistently did the route in less than 4 hours – with the same stops.   If you don’t know how long a trip is supposed to take, you don’t know if drivers are working the system. 

Gal/Trip is an indicator of whether you are fully utilizing your equipment  

If you are not using a route optimization solution, you are not building trips with the most efficient order combinations.  Aggregated unused capacity on your trucks is a running loss of opportunity that can never be recovered– though you never see the bill for it, it comes at a cost.  We’ve seen customers do the same number of trips with 8.5 trucks vs. 10 saving more than 15% of their total transportation costs with route optimization. This saving s alone can cover the cost of deploying a dispatch and delivery system! 

 A more advanced method of increasing gal/trip is to route all current, open orders, and then use our virtual tank forecasting and trigger tanks to determine which keep full accounts you can top off with products also on those routes.  We’ve seen customers increase truck utilization by more than 20% using this approach.  Even if a customer’s tank has not reached its safety stock, it can still be topped off to avoid a separate trip just to hit that tank a couple of days in the future. That’s a win for your customer and improved operational efficiency! The important message here is that technology is not just an expense; it’s a tool that can drive out unnecessary costs and improve customer satisfaction while paying for itself. 

 A word about tank monitors: Installing tank monitors on every tank at every customer is expensive and labor intensive. At the same time, knowing the level of every tank is invaluable from a customer service standpoint.  When you use BizSpeed’s bulk delivery solution, you don’t have to put a monitor on every tank to track utilization.  You can still accurately forecast some tanks without monitors with statistical modeling and Machine Learning(ML)/Artificial Intelligence (AI). While the intelligence is artificial, the results are real. 

BizSpeed’s goRoam can use historical delivery data and put unmonitored tanks into groups along with similar traditional monitored tanks to calculate utilization trends.  These calculations can be tailored to account for different usage patterns to predict when a safety stock level will be reached. 

Gal/Hr is a measure of how efficiently you route

It is correlated to gal/mile but provides a better indicator because it captures any slack time a driver takes or “meandering factor.”  When drivers linger at the yard before/after a trip starts, or where they take an unplanned break during a trip.  Their gal/mile may look good, but it took an extra 30 minutes of delivery time while the mileage did not change. 

 There are some other KPI’s that help manage your business, such as: 

  • On-time % 
  • % of the fleet used 
  • Ordered vs. delivered variance 
  • Total mileage 

 

These should be tracked as well, but the vital few KPI’s will give you an accurate snapshot of your logistics efficiency that shows you the biggest places to save money.  BizSpeed’s goRoam software combines these with our Driver Scorecard to keep improving your operational efficiency and customer service. You can start to develop a comprehensive picture and plan for the health of your operation today.  Reply to this email to start the conversation. 

 

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scan2label Early Access

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We simplified in-aisle printing to make it super easy to distribute lookup files to print labels.  We’ll make you look brilliant by easily downloading price files from the web to print shelf labels.

We’re in limited release with a few large retailers.  To request early access, register below.

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The 5 Fuels and Lubes Delivery Exceptions You Need to Track Daily

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Managing by exception is a key benefit of advanced reporting with goRoam mobile delivery software.

Whether you have 100+ trucks and multiple depots, or 5 trucks and 1 depot, you need to know when deliveries didn’t go to plan.

A key benefit of our goRoam mobile app and dispatch system for fuels and lubes delivery is providing visibility into drivers’ daily activities well beyond what you get with paper and simple mobile apps.

Our Daily Operations Review is a single report that consolidates the following key metrics:

  • Were all planned trips started and ended? (Did a driver not show up or not finish)
  • Were any orders rejected, and if so, why? (e.g., Missed delivery window)
  • Did any orders have undelivered products…zero delivered and zero back ordered? (delivery issues)
  • Did the system capture any events, like using meters (pump product) outside of a customer delivery? (check for shrinkage)
  • Did customer deliveries match inventory transactions? (check for shrinkage)
  • Did the driver perform manual operations that should have been automated? (typed a barcode vs scanning)

Report R212-Daily Operations Review can be scheduled and emailed daily. The default start and end dates reflect the previous day, so you will receive the report at 7am for the previous day’s transactions. Let’s review the 5 key sections and how to use them.

Note that this is one report, but we will highlight each section.

Scheduled Trips – Were all trips started and completed?

This section shows scheduled trips, drivers, truck, trailer and start/end times.  The keys to this section are trips that have not started, or trips that have not ended. Unstarted trips means you scheduled a driver but the trip was never done.

Trips that have not ended should be checked to see if all the stops (orders and loads) were completed.

Rejected Orders – Why was a delivery not attempted?

You can configure your own list of reasons why a driver can reject loads or orders. The standard list is:

  • Customer closed
  • Missed delivery window
  • Customer refused

Rejected orders need to be reviewed to determine if they should be re-dispatched or canceled.

Orders With Undelivered Products – Why was a delivery incomplete?

This section shows any line items that have zero delivered and zero back ordered.  Where the ‘Rejected Orders’ section deals with the whole order, this deals with individual line items. These should be reviewed for specific reasons.  In the example above, you can see that the driver entered ‘not needed’ on the last item.  On a keep-full account this may be an opportunity to improve productivity by adjusting the delivery frequency.

The goRoam mobile app prompts drivers to enter a reason for a backorder, so you can get reason codes for individual line items.

Event Log – What may my driver not be telling me?

The goRoam mobile app monitors driver activity and records abnormal or unusual events in an event log.  This allows you, as a dispatcher, to understand what happens in the field by recording events without driver intervention.  You can see the exact time an event occurred, even if the mobile device is not connected to the internet.  Key events we record include:

  • Order rejected – along with the reason code
  • Load rejected – along with the reason code
  • Inventory Reconciliation – when the driver ends their trip, we total all the customer and inventory transactions (e.g. clear line), and compare it to the beginning and ending totalizers.  This is a key area to review as you SHOULD NOT have a difference between inventory transactions and what was delivered.
  • Out of Band Delivery – when using our LCR-II electronic meter integration, we constantly monitor the LCR-II. If a driver uses the meter OUTSIDE of a customer delivery, we record the amount pumped and the GPS.  This happens behind the scenes with NO driver intervention…drivers do not know it happens. These should be reviewed to see if where the driver is using the meter (on a map) and why.

Audits with Manual Entries – When is my driver not using the automated process?

As the last section of this report, we are continuing to get into more detail.  We audit a significant amount of activity on the mobile device. You can think of it as an IoT (Internet of Things) for fuels and lubes trucks.  We log things such as when a driver opens an order, when they open line items, what values they typed, etc.

You have access to all the audits in the MobileHub web app. This section focuses specifically on audits where the driver performed a manual activity.  The key types of manual audits include:

  • Manually entering pre or post-trip meter totalizers – if you are using our LCR-II integration, the driver should never enter the meter totalizers.
  • Manually entering a barcode – drivers should always scan a barcode versus manually entering it. It could be they ran out of new barcodes (need to order labels and put them in the truck), or that they are new and do not know how to use the scanner.
  • Overriding an entry – drivers can manually override a delivered quantity.  They should not do this, but sometimes they scan or key in the wrong information, especially if they are in manual mode.  This is usually an indicator the driver is not paying attention or is sloppy.  It can also be an indicator they are adjusting quantities to match the totalizers. You should always follow up on instances where drivers manually revise delivered quantities.

If you would like a review to see how your daily operations can benefit from goRoam advanced reporting for fuels and lubes delivery, please call or contact us.

goRoam New Features – 2018.12 Release

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goRoam New Features – POD Release 2018.12

The goRoam mobile app for fuels, lubricants and chemicals delivery has gone through a major update in the second half of 2018.  For hosted customers, we will upgrade your managed devices once you have trained your drivers. On-premise installations should update all mobile devices to the latest version of the 2018.10 release before updating your server and rolling out this version.

Note that all features are available on both iOS and Android versions, with the exception of Commercial Truck routes (Android only)

goRoam New Features

  • Commercial truck route navigation

    – Our Android version of goRoam supports full North American and Canadian commercial truck routes using integrated CoPilot® navigation. You can configure truck profiles with the height, weight, length, axle weight, and HazMat restrictions of each of your delivery vehicles so drivers can navigate with efficient and compliant commercial routes. Stay tuned for iOS commercial route capability.

  • Compartment verification

    – Comply with supplier mandates and stop contamination before it happens. When delivering from compartments, you can configure a truck to require a barcode scan/match of the compartment, the product, and the asset(tank).

  • Out of band delivery alerts

    – This is a great reason to have LCR integration. An automatic, system-generated email will be sent if a driver creates a sale in the LCR® meter outside of a goRoam inventory transaction (delivery, hose flush, etc.). The GPS coordinates, sale number, and total gallons are recorded and sent as an email. This audit happens behind the scenes so dispatchers can see when and where drivers are pumping product outside of a customer delivery.

  • LCR-600 register support

    – In addition to the LCR-II electronic register, we now also support the LCR-600.

  • Configurable asset readings

    – Think about how much it costs for a truck to make it to the point of delivery. Make the most of being there when delivering to tanks, vehicles or equipment. Drivers can record custom readings for any asset. For example, DEF, engine hours and grease for equipment and vehicles are recorded along with the delivered gallons.  You can record any value for tanks, vehicles, and equipment, and then review them in a report. How many bottles of DEF did that asset use last month?  How many gallons per mile/hour did that engine consume? Find out now.

  • PIN codes for drivers to deliver out of sequence

    – If a driver needs to complete orders out of sequence on a trip, but you don’t want to allow this on a regular basis, you can require a one-time PIN code approved by a dispatcher for each order they want to deliver out of sequence. PIN codes force drivers to complete stops in your dispatched sequence while giving them the flexibility to react to unforeseen issues in the field.

  • PIN codes for drivers to manually deliver

    – When a truck has electronic meters and the driver wants to go in manual mode to enter gallons from the meter, you can require them to get a one-time PIN code to proceed. The idea of PIN codes arose from the need for flexibility and control – you can have both. Look for more PIN code features in the future.

  • Categories when taking pictures

    – Set up categories and require a description when taking pictures, so you know which pictures are BOLs, receipts, etc.

  • Rejected orders email

    – If a driver rejects an order; we have an updated email handler to notify a dispatch group. You can easily set up custom rejection reasons such as – “missed the delivery window,” “customer closed,” “inclement weather.”

  • Capture GPS on assets when filling

    – goRoam records and update for an asset’s GPS location when filling so that you find assets on a map. Find that lost tank or another portable asset. Share filling detail with customers.

  • Self-contained NEMA enclosure for meter support on trailers

    – We have developed a new enclosure and mounting system that allows installing LCR meter integration on trailers. Our new enclosure keeps the meter integration with the trailer, not the truck.

Usability

  • Streamlined workflow – The number of steps required to complete most operations is reduced. It now takes a little less time to start a trip, complete orders, capture meter values for manual delivery, setup and more.
  • Scan to configure – Do you ever need to configure a spare handheld for a truck but can’t remember the meter address or server URL? Don’t worry! A 2D barcode is all that is needed to configure a handheld device. Scanning a barcode will pair to the truck’s Wi-Fi, connect to the server and company code.  This new quick configuration option makes it easy to pair a new handheld or move devices between trucks so you can get back on the road.
  • Pre-trip settings check – Before the driver starts a trip, the app runs through a series of checks to confirm connectivity to the server, meter, and printer BEFORE the truck leaves the yard. This prevents drivers from leaving the depot without a working device, printer or truck setup.
  • Easier settings and diagnostics – the settings screen has been streamlined to make it easier to check the configuration and run diagnostics.

In addition to these updates, we have a significant release scheduled for early 2019 that includes:

  • Web-based dispatch status board – We are moving the trip status board to a web browser so it looks good on a desktop, tablet or mobile device. It shows the status of trips by date and depot. The web-based status board is perfect for dispatch and customer service to see the status of trips. Put it on a large interactive touch screen monitor in the office!
  • In-app chat – Chat from within goRoam and the Mob mechanism for drivers to chat with dispatchers or dispatchers to chat with drivers. Now dispatchers can communicate with multiple drivers at once, there will be a record of all conversations and without the need for phone calls and drivers lining up in the office.

Easily capture asset readings during mobile equipment fueling

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You asked, we listened!  goRoam mobile fueling software allows fuels, lubricants and chemicals distributors to easily capture asset readings during tank or mobile equipment fueling.   Whether you are doing fleet fueling or packaged and bulk lubricants delivery, with goRoam you can easily capture additional asset readings such as:

  • Percent full
  • DEF – Diesel Exhaust Fluid
  • Engine Hours
  • Odometer
  • 15/40 Oil
  • 60 Wt Oil
  • 40 Wt Oil
  • Brake Fluid
  • And any others you specify

When filling things like construction equipment or tanks, it is important to specify on a per-asset basis what readings you need to capture and be able to report the readings. You can see from the report image above how much product, such as diesel, was delivered along with DEF and Engine Hours.

Easily configure what asset readings need to be collected during tank and mobile equipment fueling

This is very simple to setup in the goRoam app. The system administrator simply specifies a preference (MASTER_ASSET_READINGS_LIST) that lists the types of asset readings you can capture. When a driver scans a new asset in the field, they are prompted to check the types of readings that apply to that asset so valuable data collection isn’t overlooked.  Alternatively, you can enter or update the required readings in the desktop web app, as shown below.

When the driver scans an asset, they are prompted for each reading specified for that asset.

Equipment filling  – capturing DEF Equipment or tank filling – capture percent full Entering the number of gallons from the meter

This is available in the latest version of goRoam.  Contact us for more information about this feature or assistance with setting it up.

Using Barcodes and RFID with Fuel and Lubricant Delivery Software

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Barcodes vs RFID for fuel and lubricant deliveries

We occasionally get questions from customers about using barcode labels or RFID tags to mark assets for fuel and lubricant deliveries.   When using fuel or lubricant delivery software, the driver typically scans a barcode or RFID tag to confirm the vehicle or tank being filled.  This eliminates the need for a driver to manually key in a value or hand write a tank number, and possibly record the wrong ID. When the driver scans the label or tag, the mobile device can validate product compatibility, so the driver cannot put dyed diesel in a gas tank, or cross-deliver 5W-20 conventional oil into a synthetic tank.

The questions we get include:
• When should I use RFID over barcodes, or barcodes over RFID?
• What’s the cost difference?
• What kinds of companies are using RFID vs barcodes?

Let’s start with some background to understand the key characteristics of each.

Barcodes:

• Come in 2 main types: 1D (the vertical lines like UPC codes) and 2D (like QR codes or your driver’s license).
• Can be printed on various materials – paper, polyester, polypropylene, metal, etc. The material they are printed on determines their durability.
• Use different adhesives to stick to different materials – there are adhesives for metal, plastic, etc.
• Have different durability characteristics depending on their use. For example, KIMDURA labels are designed to withstand exposure to chemicals, solvents, abrasions, etc.
• 2D barcodes can hold up to 4000 characters of data

RFID tags:

• Come in 2 main types: HF (High Frequency), which have been around since the 1950’s, and UHF (which were popularized when Walmart started their initiative).
• HF tags are frequently seen as a button, and have a read range of approximately 8 inches.
• UHF tags typically can have a read range up to 10 feet from a mobile RFID reader, but 2-3 feet is more common.
• UHF tags range in size from very small (less than ½ inch) to 4”x6”
• In order to use UHF tags on metal, you need a specially designed metal-mount tag.
• RFID tags can have specialty adhesives just like barcodes, but due to the lower volume they tend to be a specialty order.
• RFID can be read through other material, like clothing, but it does NOT read well through liquids or metal. A non-metal mount RFID tag placed on a metal tank will not read, even if you are less than a foot away.
• If an RFID tag is on a poly tank full of liquid (oil tote, bleach, etc), it will not read through the tank.

So when should you use barcodes vs RFID with your fuel and lubricant delivery software?

When to use RFID over barcodes:

RFID for fuel and lubricant delivery has typically been implemented with HF tags (buttons). In this scenario, the tag scanner/reader needs to be placed within a few inches of the button in order to read it. The advantage of RFID buttons in extremely dirty or harsh environments is that the button can get covered in dirt or grime, and you can still read it.  A 1D barcode label that is damaged will not be scannable. A 2D barcode can sustain some damage and usually still be scanned.  The downside of RFID buttons is they are raised, so if you power wash a truck or tank, it can be pretty easy to wash off the button. And if you have multiple buttons, you have to scan the button in order to find a specific one because they may not have a human readable value that a driver can see.  Some smart phones can read HF RFID tags, but in general, RFID readers can be significantly more expensive than barcode scanners. A UHF capable RFID mobile scanner is typically $3000-$4500. Your choice of devices for RFID is significantly limited compared to barcodes.

When to use barcodes over RFID:

Barcodes can be read by imagers (ex. phone cameras) as well as dedicated barcode scanners. Barcodes are available in exceptionally durable (polyester, polypropylene, KIMDURA) formats and are designed to last years in rugged outdoor environments.  In our experience, there is NO advantage to use RFID over barcodes when using fuel and lubricant delivery software, or really for any bulk products (bleach, chemicals, etc.).  Today’s barcode material and adhesives meet the durability needs of most bulk product distribution scenarios without the higher cost for RFID tags and reader hardware.

What’s the cost difference between RFID and barcodes?

Hardened HF RFID tags are typically $3-6/each, depending on quantities purchased (less than 1000). $130 for qty of 25.
UHF RFID tags are around $.10/each. Metal mount UHF tags are > $1/each.
Durable barcode labels are about $.01/each. 2500 labels are around $300.

Please let us know if you have questions about barcodes or RFID with fuel and lubricant delivery software or for other bulk product delivery.

The benefits of fuel distribution software go beyond capturing gallons dispensed

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Fleet Fueling Home ScreenThe benefits of using fuel distribution software for fleet fuel deliveries go well beyond just accurate accounting for gallons delivered. Yes, using software allows the driver to capture correct gallons delivered which results in reduced billing errors. Additional benefits include:
– Less driver time on site – the driver does not have to return to the meter to record gallons dispensed into each vehicle or tank. The software captures the gallons dispensed automatically so the driver can remain at the end of the hose and quickly move from asset to asset.
– Better recording of gallons delivered to each asset – By barcode labeling the assets to be filled, the software automatically records the gallons dispensed into each asset. Rather than invoicing only for total gallons at a stop, you are able to provide an itemization of gallons dispensed into every asset.
– Electronically capture the customer’s signature – This allows printing the signature on the Proof of Delivery and server-side storage for later recall.
– Print a detailed receipt at the customer location – the detailed receipt will show the asset, totalizer values, gallons dispensed, and the product.
– Prevent dispensing incorrect product – If the product does not match the configuration for the asset, the driver will be notified and prevented from dispensing the incorrect product.

What benefits does fuel distribution software provide to me as a business owner?

The business owner will see efficiency and monetary benefits from reduced driver time to fill assets. The customer experience will be improved as fuel distribution software allows new ways to service the customer. The software can automatically send an email to the customer when the driver is on the way to their location, provide a detailed list of gallons dispensed by asset, and a host of other ways to improve the customer experience.
Using bulk fuel distribution software also shortens the order to cash cycle. Once an order is completed, the data is quickly sent back to the server, which allows invoices to be sent immediately. There is no need to transcribe gallons delivered from the drivers order sheets.
Contact us to learn more about the benefits of fuel distribution software.

Lubricants distribution software for iOS

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The goRoam Lubricants distribution software for iOS app for lubricants delivery has all the capabilities of our Android app for bulk and packaged lubes distribution, including barcode scanning, electronic signature capture, wireless dispatch and LCR-II meter integration.

goRoam iOS app – start trip for lubricants delivery

goRoam iOS app – list of orders and stops for lubricants distribution

goRoam iOS app – signature capture for lubes delivery

Lubricants distributors are looking to iOS for a few reasons.  One of the top 3 lubes manufacturers released a contamination app that only runs on iOS.  In addition, many distributors are providing drivers with company iPhones for phone, email and texting.

Whether you use the iOS or the Android version of goRoam, it makes a statement on customer service when drivers do everything electronically and then hand the iPhone to the customer for their electronic signature, printed and emailed delivery receipt for Proof of Delivery (POD).

Key capabilities of the goRoam iOS app include:

  • Barcode scanning of tanks to confirm the product compatibility, which eliminates the chance of contamination or cross-fills.
  • Wireless dispatch – drivers get and send realtime updates on orders, loads, GPS, inventory, etc.
  • Electronic dispatch and integration with route optimization services like Ortec’s ORD and OIR
  • Electronic signature capture – customers sign the iOS device
  • Realtime inventory tracking of the truck and/or trailer
  • Workflow specific to bulk and package product delivery.
  • Bulk delivery with LCR-II meter integration or mechanical mode without meter control, but still using barcode scanning and validation
  • Mobile iOS receipt printing to 4″ thermal printers like the Zebra ZQ520 or QL Series
  • Mapping and directions (including real time traffic) using the native mapping app.  On iOS, we use Apple Maps.  On Android, goRoam uses Google Maps.
  • Store and forward, so the app keeps working even if you are out of wifi or cellular range
  • Super fast and easy to use.  Quick driver learning curve.

In addition to the features listed above, our Q3 2018 release will include:

  • Commercial truck routes with restrictions for height, length, max weight, weight per axle and HazMat (e.g. explosives, flammable, inhalants, caustic).
  • 2-way driver messaging.  Driver chat with dispatchers.

The Lubricants distribution software for  iOS app has all the features of our Android app.

If you are trying to decide whether to use iOS or Android, you should consider the following factors:

  • Our Android device has wifi tuning specific to truck hotspots and metered delivery.  We’ve worked with our device manufacturer to configure the device to not roam or search for different AP’s (Access Points), change the wifi drop threshold, reduce the channel search and times to aggressively reconnect to the truck network, manage the power settings to maintain high connectivity, etc.  iOS devices do NOT support changing fine grained wifi setting like you may use in a warehouse or industrial setting.
  • Android has a built-in barcode scanner. If you scan a lot of assets (tanks, vehicles, equipment), the built-in barcode scanner is easier to use because we have a pistol grip that helps aim the scanner.
  • Android has a higher degree of ruggedness – designed to work in harsh conditions like rain or snow.
  • iOS is a great solution for lubricants distribution where you don’t scan a lot of assets. You may only scan 3-4 tanks per delivery with lubricants where with fleet fueling (wet hosing), you may scan 100 assets per customer.
  • iOS is great if you want to support manufacturer’s iOS apps for cross-filling or contamination tracking, and they only run on iOS.
  • iOS is great if you have a mixed fleet and want to do lubricants distribution software with iOS and fuels distribution with Android.

3 Tips for better fuels and lubes customer service

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Send a powerful message!

It seems simple, but a notification email that order #9987 will arrive between 8:15 am – 11:00 am tomorrow sends a powerful message about your company’s logistics.

It also says you care about customer service.

Here are three easy ways to improve customer service for fuels and lubes distributors while sending a powerful message about your company:

  • Send pre-delivery emails with the scheduled delivery window
  • Capture electronic signatures at point of delivery
  • Email POD (Proof of Delivery) receipts with detailed filling info

A further customer service differentiator is capturing an electronic signature on a mobile device for proof of delivery. When top logistics carriers make a delivery, customers expect a barcode scanner and signature capture.  A key benefit when customers call your customer service is saying..“Tom signed @ 11:01 am,  here is his signature, GPS of the delivery,  the tank readings and list of filled assets”.

Emailing a delivery receipt with all of the delivery details makes an immediate and lasting impression within minutes of signing for the delivery.

Examples:

* Pre-delivery notification

 

* Signature capture

Signature capture on a rugged Panasonic Android tablet

* Delivery receipt

POD delivery receipt with detailed unit/asset filling info

New video for Android mobile metered delivery

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It’s been a while since we’ve posted, but that doesn’t mean we havent been busy!  We’ve been actively rolling out our Android app for metered delivery and wanted to post a quick video to show how fast and easy it is for fdrivers to make deliveries.

The app works the same for metered lubricants and supports electronic as well as mechanical meters.  You can even use a truck that has a combination of electronic and mechanical meters.

The driver selects a product to deliver and picks the meter they are using. The driver scans a barcode and goRoam validates the product (to prevent cross pumping/contanimation).  Once validated, we wirelessly open the LCR solenoid (valve) to allow the driver to pump.  The driver sees the meter values in realtime on their Android device – no more going back and forth to the truck to record meter values.

The driver can take a picture of assets or BOL’s (Bill of Lading) to attach to the order.  They can add products or services such as demurrage or splits, and get an electronic signature from the customer…just like FedEx or UPS.

Once complete, goRoam can print a receipt and/or email a PDF receipt so the customer has an electronic document of all assets fueled and their quantities within a couple of minutes of completing the delivery!

 

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