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Optimizing Petroleum Distribution: A Case Study on ABS Bonifer
Technology Category
- Analytics & Modeling - Real Time Analytics
Applicable Industries
- Transportation
Applicable Functions
- Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases
- Last Mile Delivery
- Real-Time Location System (RTLS)
The Challenge
ABS Bonifer, a petroleum distribution company based in Offenbach, Germany, was facing significant challenges in its dispatching operations. The company's tanker truck dispatching operations were decentralized, leading to inefficiencies and difficulties in managing the fleet of 450 vehicles spread across seven countries in Europe. The company was heavily reliant on paper-based processes for planning and dispatch operations, which was not only time-consuming but also prone to errors. Furthermore, the company needed a solution that would allow it to respond more quickly to sales fluctuations at fuel retailing locations. The lack of a digital solution was hindering the company's ability to adapt to changing market conditions and optimize its operations.
The Customer
ABS Bonifer 集团
About The Customer
ABS Bonifer is a petroleum distribution company that has been operating since 1939. The company is headquartered in Offenbach, Germany, and operates a fleet of 450 vehicles across seven countries in Europe. The company is in the business of distributing petroleum products and has been looking for ways to optimize its operations, particularly in the area of dispatching and scheduling. The company was facing challenges due to its decentralized operations and heavy reliance on paper-based processes. The implementation of PDI’s logistics solutions has helped the company to digitize and automate its operations, improving efficiency and responsiveness.
The Solution
To address these challenges, ABS Bonifer implemented PDI WinDMS and PDI OilDroid, a comprehensive dispatch planning and scheduling solution. This solution allowed the company to significantly optimize its secondary distribution bulk transportation processes by addressing a multitude of scheduling challenges. The solution used leading-edge technology and an intuitive, user-friendly UI to deliver real-time functionality that sped up the delivery process and reduced paperwork. The mobile solution provided real-time information, enabling the company to avoid retains and runouts. The implementation of PDI’s logistics solutions not only digitized and automated the company's delivery operations but also improved visibility into operations through daily reports.
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