The Value of Industry-Specific TMS Platforms for Fleet Management

Posted by Vertrax on Feb 24, 2021 11:17:55 AM

So, you’ve decided you’re ready for a fleet management system, but where do you start in choosing a provider? While you’ll have plenty of general transportation management systems (TMS) to choose from, it’s essential to choose the one that best fits your business and industry needs.

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology

The Benefits of a Transportation Management System

Posted by Vertrax on Feb 3, 2021 9:00:00 AM

The oil and gas industry is catching up with even the savviest startups. Top brands are adopting software to streamline their logistics and supply chain management processes. With this technological progression, transportation management systems continue to grow more and more popular. 

What is a transportation management system (TMS)? A TMS is a cloud-based technology solution that allows companies to manage all transportation activities of their fleet operations. This technology is designed to eliminate manual, paper-based processes and automate processes to run operations more efficiently.

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology

Redefining Back Office: ERP for Oil & Gas Industry

Posted by Vertrax on Dec 8, 2020 9:00:00 AM

There’s a good chance that you’ve heard of enterprise resource planning (ERP) software but are you aware of how it can transform your business? You may already know that it helps most businesses organize data across their departments, from accounting to risk management to supply chain operations. But did you know there is ERP software built specifically for the oil and gas industry? 

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology

How Remote Propane Tank Monitoring Systems Impact Customer Relationships

Posted by Vertrax on Jul 14, 2020 6:39:12 AM

Thanks to on-demand apps like Uber and Amazon, consumers expect a whole new level of service. They’re used to instantly accessing account history, customer service channels, and ordering capabilities. This demand has led savvy companies—B2C and B2B alike—to create or update their own apps, ensuring they are accessible and intuitive. 

Topics: real-time technology, remote tank monitoring

The Problems with Outdated Tank Monitoring Equipment & What to Replace It With

Posted by Vertrax on Jun 25, 2020 2:08:19 PM

The propane industry has been operating the same way and using the same equipment for far too long. This outdated equipment puts your operational efficiency at risk as well as your profit margins. It also gives you a competitive disadvantage as many propane marketers have embraced and invested in new tank monitoring technology.

Topics: real-time technology, remote tank monitoring

Vertrax Tank Monitoring Service Helps West Coast Marketer Diagnose Faulty Equipment; Helps Prevent Potential Disaster

Posted by Vertrax on Jun 8, 2020 4:34:18 PM

The propane industry has been leveraging old and inaccurate equipment for years, opening the door for a number of potential issues.

Topics: real-time technology, remote tank monitoring

Why You Need to Adopt Mobile Fleet Management Technology

Posted by Vertrax on Mar 30, 2020 11:58:03 AM

As highlighted by the American Transportation Research Industry, the cost of trucking operations continue to rise in the United States. With this increasing cost comes the necessity to streamline your operations and increase efficiencies as much as possible.

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology, paper log books

4 Transportation Technologies Poised to Have a Huge Impact on the Industry

Posted by Vertrax on Feb 28, 2020 4:22:04 PM

The trucking industry is rapidly advancing in terms of the technology being developed and tested. With each new year comes new technology with claims that it will “revolutionize the industry.” However, many of these technologies haven’t been fully vetted and will inevitably be abandoned or rolled back to development for many years.

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology, remote tank monitoring, blockchain

Top Blog Posts of 2019

Posted by Vertrax on Dec 23, 2019 12:46:23 PM

2019 was a spectacular year for Vertrax with the launch of 2 new products, as well as major improvements to our existing ones. With the year coming to a close, we thought we’d take the time to share our top blog posts from this year that highlight these launches and more.

Consider these your must-reads to set the stage for success in 2020!

Topics: trucking technology, real-time technology, remote tank monitoring, blockchain

Collaboration: Key to the First Multicloud Blockchain Deployment

Posted by Vinny Mullineaux on Dec 5, 2019 4:32:41 PM


Individual data points are like fuel molecules waiting in pipelines and tanks to heat our homes or cook our food. Massive amounts of them sit inside supply chains and transactions, just needing a spark to unleash their transformative power.

Topics: real-time technology, blockchain