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	Digital Transformation in Chemical Management: A Case Study of Valvoline Oil A/S EcoOnline

Digital Transformation in Chemical Management: A Case Study of Valvoline Oil A/S

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Technology Category	Sensors - Chemical Sensors Sensors - Liquid Detection Sensors
Applicable Industries	Automotive Oil & Gas
Applicable Functions	Logistics & Transportation
Use Cases	Onsite Human Safety Management Time Sensitive Networking
Challenge	Valvoline Oil A/S, a family-owned company specializing in distributing lubricants to the automotive industry, was facing significant challenges in managing safety data sheets using a paper-based system. This method proved inefficient and ineffective, requiring substantial time and effort to maintain. The paper-based system also made it difficult to gain insight into all the chemical products located on site, leading to data silos that were hard to break down. The team had little visibility and found it challenging to find the information they needed, as it was scattered in different locations. Furthermore, distributing safety data sheets and updated SDS’s to their approximately 600 customers was a daunting task. Whenever there was a product update, the team had to print out all the necessary safety data sheets, carry them to the post office, and send them out in a timely manner. The team realized this method was not sustainable for the company or their customers, prompting them to look for an alternative. Read More
About Customer	Valvoline Oil A/S is a family-owned company based in Skedsmokorset, Norway. Since 1957, it has offered quality products and support to customers in the automotive industry. The company specializes in distributing lubricants including oil, grease, coolants, and more to customers all over Norway. With 600 customers and 350 chemical products on site, Valvoline Oil A/S is known for its years of expertise in the industry. The company has been a proud EcoOnline customer for over 18 years, and they are pleased to report they are never going back to paper again. Read More
Solution	Valvoline Oil A/S decided to go digital, in line with Norway's highly digitized society. After evaluating several digital products on the market, they found that EcoOnline’s chemical management solution was the only one that could deliver all their needs. Within a few months, the entire team at Valvoline Oil A/S was using this digital tool. The implementation process was smooth, and all employees soon grew to enjoy using EcoOnline, as it helped simplify their job tasks. Instead of managing mountains of paper, they could simply update the information in the digital solution and electronically distribute it to customers in a few clicks. This cloud-based solution also made it possible for employees to complete tasks no matter where they were located, empowering them with the ability to provide customer support from anywhere. The team was now able to focus on strengthening customer relationships by providing customers with safety data sheets, updated information, and more in a timely manner. Read More Log in to view content
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Technology Category

Sensors - Chemical Sensors

Sensors - Liquid Detection Sensors

Applicable Industries

Automotive

Oil & Gas

Applicable Functions

Logistics & Transportation

Use Cases

Onsite Human Safety Management

Time Sensitive Networking

Challenge

Valvoline Oil A/S, a family-owned company specializing in distributing lubricants to the automotive industry, was facing significant challenges in managing safety data sheets using a paper-based system. This method proved inefficient and ineffective, requiring substantial time and effort to maintain. The paper-based system also made it difficult to gain insight into all the chemical products located on site, leading to data silos that were hard to break down. The team had little visibility and found it challenging to find the information they needed, as it was scattered in different locations. Furthermore, distributing safety data sheets and updated SDS’s to their approximately 600 customers was a daunting task. Whenever there was a product update, the team had to print out all the necessary safety data sheets, carry them to the post office, and send them out in a timely manner. The team realized this method was not sustainable for the company or their customers, prompting them to look for an alternative.

About Customer

Valvoline Oil A/S is a family-owned company based in Skedsmokorset, Norway. Since 1957, it has offered quality products and support to customers in the automotive industry. The company specializes in distributing lubricants including oil, grease, coolants, and more to customers all over Norway. With 600 customers and 350 chemical products on site, Valvoline Oil A/S is known for its years of expertise in the industry. The company has been a proud EcoOnline customer for over 18 years, and they are pleased to report they are never going back to paper again.

Solution

Valvoline Oil A/S decided to go digital, in line with Norway's highly digitized society. After evaluating several digital products on the market, they found that EcoOnline’s chemical management solution was the only one that could deliver all their needs. Within a few months, the entire team at Valvoline Oil A/S was using this digital tool. The implementation process was smooth, and all employees soon grew to enjoy using EcoOnline, as it helped simplify their job tasks. Instead of managing mountains of paper, they could simply update the information in the digital solution and electronically distribute it to customers in a few clicks. This cloud-based solution also made it possible for employees to complete tasks no matter where they were located, empowering them with the ability to provide customer support from anywhere. The team was now able to focus on strengthening customer relationships by providing customers with safety data sheets, updated information, and more in a timely manner.

Impact #1	The implementation of EcoOnline’s chemical management solution has brought about significant operational benefits for Valvoline Oil A/S. The digital tool has empowered employees, enabling them to distribute safety data sheets efficiently and in less time. The cloud-based solution also allows employees to complete tasks from anywhere, providing them with the flexibility to offer customer support irrespective of their location. This has not only simplified their job tasks but also saved them time, allowing them to focus on strengthening customer relationships. The company is now able to provide customers with safety data sheets, updated information, and more in a timely manner, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the company is able to support their customers in complying with regional regulations through chemical revisions and substitution routines, and help them build a chemical database using the EcoOnline solution. This has led to the building of long-lasting partnerships with their customers.

Impact #1

The implementation of EcoOnline’s chemical management solution has brought about significant operational benefits for Valvoline Oil A/S. The digital tool has empowered employees, enabling them to distribute safety data sheets efficiently and in less time. The cloud-based solution also allows employees to complete tasks from anywhere, providing them with the flexibility to offer customer support irrespective of their location. This has not only simplified their job tasks but also saved them time, allowing them to focus on strengthening customer relationships. The company is now able to provide customers with safety data sheets, updated information, and more in a timely manner, thereby enhancing customer satisfaction. Furthermore, the company is able to support their customers in complying with regional regulations through chemical revisions and substitution routines, and help them build a chemical database using the EcoOnline solution. This has led to the building of long-lasting partnerships with their customers.

Benefit #1	Transitioned from a paper-based system to a fully digital system within a few months
Benefit #2	Able to manage and distribute safety data sheets for 350 chemical products electronically
Benefit #3	Can now provide updated safety data sheets to approximately 600 customers in a timely manner

Benefit #1

Transitioned from a paper-based system to a fully digital system within a few months

Benefit #2

Able to manage and distribute safety data sheets for 350 chemical products electronically

Benefit #3

Can now provide updated safety data sheets to approximately 600 customers in a timely manner

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Digital Transformation in Chemical Management: A Case Study of Valvoline Oil A/S

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