While there are many different fuel management systems on the market, none are quite as robust as FuelDrive. With dedicated benefits for both fleet operators and fuel distributors, FuelDrive makes its mark as a unique blend of hardware and software. Check out the list below to read about eight of the key differentiators between FuelDrive and other fuel management systems.

1.      FuelDrive is powered by AssetWorks, with over 35 years of experience in the commercial fleet and fuel management industry. AssetWorks has been a leading provider of fleet and fuel management software for decades, with customers spanning the public and private sectors in North America, the United Kingdom and the European Union. With FuelDrive, you can count on this experience to help support your operations through integrated hardware and software solutions.

2.      FuelDrive’s vehicle hardware module (FJ3) possesses extended memory and available built-in options for passive GPS and driver behavior.

3.      You do not need to limit your operations to achieve success with FuelDrive. FuelDrive presents you with the ability to control an unlimited number of fuel islands, employees and vehicles.

4.      With FuelDrive, there is no need for multiple hardware units for data collection. The Island Control Unit (ICU) can also double as a Vehicle Data Controller (VDC) to collect data from vehicles equipped with FJ3 hardware when driving within 200 feet of an ICU.

5.      FuelDrive helps make fuel theft and misuse problems of the past. Small Vehicle Identification (SVID) tags can be used to secure fuel and identify the vehicle ID when third party GPS/Telematics systems are being utilized.

6.      The FuelDrive teams also offers a Mobile Fuel Control (MFC) truck mount fuel management system with the same features as the Island Control Unit (ICU).

7.      Hardware as a Service (HaaS) is a popular option for fuel management organizations today. Rather than purchasing hardware outright, or leasing it from a provider, FuelDrive provides essential fuel management equipment for a monthly fee. With FuelDrive’s HaaS model, small and large vehicle fleets get all the functionality they need, but at a more manageable and predictable cost. This provides you with the peace of mind that your hardware is under warranty and that the parts for your Island Controller Unit are covered in the event of a hardware failure.

8.      In addition to HaaS, FuelDrive also offers a Software as a Service (SaaS) model. SaaS is a software licensing and delivery model in which software is licensed on a subscription basis and is centrally hosted . SaaS differs from the traditional model because the software (application) is already installed and configured, so you see results quickly. In addition, all updates are included and are available to you immediately.

If you want to see some of these features in action, please fill out the contact form on the right to schedule a free demo!

PEI 2020 is rapidly approaching, and despite the unusual circumstances of this year, is set to provide a robust and professional fuel management experience virtually. With that in mind, you don’t want to go into the event blind – you may want to know about one of the main products that you should be checking out. We’re talking about FuelDrive, the powerful fleet fuel management software to improve data accuracy, capture real-time data at the pump, increase security and improve your overall fueling operations. Interested? Check out some more information about what FuelDrive can do for you below:

For Fleet Operators:

1)     Save money in practical, easy-to-implement ways. FuelDrive promotes data integrity and increased pump security to save your bottom line. In traditional management methods, pumps are susceptible to unauthorized fueling from employees for personal purposes, and from outside sources that seek out fuel pumps with reduced security. FuelDrive can shut off pumps from activating without proper electronic identification from employees. In addition, the software can be utilized to only recognize a certain amount of fuel per transaction. For example, if the employee’s vehicle possesses a 14-gallon unleaded tank, the software can instruct the system to not allow diesel fuel or more than 14 gallons of unleaded per day, week or whatever time period you choose. With one centralized reporting system, human input error, lost papers and indecipherable handwriting are issues of the past.

2)     Green initiatives that further save your “green,” and the green world around you. FuelDrive is capable of measuring and securing your fuel while also recording and monitoring your fleet’s fueling habits and practices. This reporting can allow you to determine best practices for cutting down on fuel and making the most out of what you do consume. In addition, FuelDrive offers options for alternative fuels that can further help the environment and your budget.

For Fleet Distributors:

1)     Provides recurring revenue. FuelDrive is designed to ensure a stable, ongoing income from sales to fleet operators so that you can feel confident in your business while being reassured that your customer is receiving a quality product.

2)     It’s adjustable and secure. FuelDrive can scale to the size of the fleets you are selling to so that no fleet is left out. In addition, there is no loss in data integrity or physical security as it grows: more controllers will come with the same security measures, and all of the data will still be managed through one, accurate system.

These are a few examples of the many beneficial features of FuelDrive. If you want to learn more, be sure to contact a member of the FuelDrive team by filling out the form on this page. In addition, don’t forget this important information about PEI 2020:

     ·        November 10-12, 2020

     ·        Approximately four hours of programming and activities each day.

     ·        Engagement with live chat, networking lounges, Q&As.

     ·        PEI Women, Young Executives and 10-Groups networking breakouts.

     ·        Opportunity to interact directly with PEI Priority Club members in the PEI Priority Club lounge.

     ·        Education from the PEI Convention. Gain actionable ideas, download content and dialogue with presenters during sessions.

     ·        And more!

Check out www.pei.org/show for all of the information you need.

This is a great time to consider implementing an RFID (radio frequency identification) fuel-management system. There are three main advantages of an RFID fuel system over pen-and-paper or older technology that fuel management systems may use for reporting.

1)    Eliminate Shrinkage

First, you can lock down fuel to eliminate “shrinkage” (a euphemism for theft) or misallocation. Industry figures estimate shrinkage at between 5 and 10 percent of a fleet’s annual consumption. If you burned a million gallons last year, you may have lost between 50,000 to 100,000 gallons to shrinkage. With fuel hovering at $3.50 per gallon, there is an incredible opportunity for savings through reducing shrinkage.

2)    Precise Equipment Cost

Second, fuel-management systems can precisely quantify your fuel burn for individual vehicles or entire departments, resulting in more accurate equipment costing and job bidding, allowing for condition-based maintenance scheduled by fuel consumption, and facilitating decision-making when choosing new equipment. These benefits may well surpass the potential savings from eliminating shrinkage, although they are much more difficult to quantify.

3)    Accurate Odometers

Third, accurate odometers or hours meters. This is the lifeblood of any well-run fleet. RFID provides cost-saving benefits and effective preventive maintenance programs. Capturing this information from the vehicle at the fuel island and not relying on the driver, due to human error, is the key to success.

How Does it Work?

RFID systems have an electronic module mounted on the vehicle that takes data from an RFID tag near the fuel nozzle and combines it with vehicle data such as hour meter, odometer, GPS location information or fault codes (in the case of vehicles). The module then wirelessly transmits the data back to the Island Control Unit or fuel truck, which records the fuel transaction and reports the additional data from the machine or vehicle’s electronic module.

For fleets that are comprised mainly of on-road vehicles, installation can be as simple as plugging the module into the on-board diagnostic (OBD) connector under the dashboard and running a cable to the RFID tag. The connectivity with the vehicle’s computer systems through the OBD connector allows you to collect a wealth of data from the vehicle at every fuel transaction, including odometer readings and fault codes.

RFID tag-only systems can be installed in a matter of minutes. Simply attach the RFID tag to the vehicle’s fuel filler neck. The per-unit cost is substantially lower than with RFID tag-only systems, and installation is much easier to manage. This will secure fuel and ensure it goes into the authorized vehicle but it will not bring back additional data from the OBD.

Only you can decide which system is right for your fleet. Either way, you can no longer afford to not secure and track your fueling operations. FuelDrive is an automated fleet fuel management system that supports continuous, real-time fuel management over virtually any communication platform. With HaaS and SaaS offerings, you can expect access to your own secure, accurate information wherever you are.

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