INSTANT INVENTORY INSIGHTS, WHEREVER YOU HAPPEN TO BE

Per Skogberg from Emerson explains how mobile software can help to digitally transform operations by enabling immediate access to tank data, from anywhere   The ability to instantly access up-to-date critical tank data is essential for an increasing number of job functions in the tank storage and terminals industry. Operations and maintenance personnel, whether in the control room or out in the field, must know the current status of all tanks and have a clear overview of every transfer happening at a facility, to help them take the right action faster. Finance departments need up-to-date inventory data to enable accurate invoicing, and sales and purchase order processing. Tank data is also required beyond the boundaries of the plant, with management and corporate level personnel who are often situated at a different location needing current inventory information to support their reporting and business planning activities. The need for external access also extends to suppliers, customers, traders, product owners and logistic partners, all of whom can benefit from the availability of tank status and inventory information, wherever they are located and whenever they need...