The end of the year is nearly here, and for most service station owners, that means one thing: a whole […]
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A smooth and efficient forecourt is essential for keeping customers happy and maintaining steady sales. Congestion on the forecourt can
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Busy periods can be both exciting and stressful for service station owners. Whether it’s long weekends, holiday travel, or unexpected
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VDMS has built a strong reputation for helping retailers protect profit through technology, from secure dispensing to smart stock control.
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At a service station, equipment reliability is critical. From fuel dispensers to air compressors and refrigeration units, every piece of
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Dealing with difficult customers is an inevitable part of running a service station. Whether it’s someone upset about fuel prices,
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A strong workplace culture is one of the most powerful tools a service station owner can have. When employees feel
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Service stations are particularly vulnerable to stormwater issues due to large paved areas, fuel residues, and heavy vehicle traffic. Proper
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With the ever-increasing crime wave in Victoria impacting retailers more and more, and with no real sign of improvement, Endeavour
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Every service station operator knows that what’s underground matters just as much as what’s on the forecourt. In Australia’s regulatory,
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Waste management is often overlooked in service station operations, yet it plays a vital role in maintaining safety, compliance, and
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Signage is one of the most powerful yet underestimated tools for running a safe and profitable service station. From guiding
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Electricity is essential for the daily running of any service station, powering everything from fuel pumps to lighting and refrigeration.
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For many service stations, seasonal peaks such as school holidays, long weekends, and the Christmas period bring a surge in
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One minute you’re serving a customer, the next an inspector is standing at the counter introducing themselves. Two inspectors arrive,
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With 35 sites across regional Victoria, Vantage Fuels trading as Bowser Bean understands that running a modern service station is
At first glance, a small fuel leak might not seem like a major concern. It may not affect your daily
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Managing invoices is one of those behind-the-scenes jobs that every service station operator deals with, but few enjoy. Sifting through
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Running a service station is demanding work. Long shifts, constant customer interaction, and the responsibility of handling cash and fuel
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Fuel theft is an ongoing challenge for service station operators, and the financial impact can add up quickly. Whether it
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Operating a successful service station network has always been about more than just selling fuel. For Ben Dunn, Managing Director
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For many service stations, pumps are the backbone of daily operations. When a pump is out of order, it not
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For service stations, the smooth running of fuel deliveries is critical. Delays, miscommunication, and inefficient scheduling can lead to empty
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In the fast-paced environment of a service station, stock rotation is often overlooked in favour of more pressing operational demands.
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Fire extinguishers are one of those items that often go unnoticed until they’re urgently needed. In a service station environment,
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For independent service station operators, juggling multiple sites while maintaining control, consistency, and efficiency can feel like an uphill battle.
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Australia’s weather can be unpredictable and, at times, extreme. From flash floods to severe storms and scorching heat waves, service
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Lighting is often overlooked in service station operations, yet it plays a critical role in safety, security, customer experience and
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In an environment where service station operators face constant regulatory changes, rising operational costs, and evolving customer expectations, staying ahead
Running a network of regional service stations presents plenty of challenges, but for Aaron Hill and the team at McKlaren
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