FLEETDRIVE construction businesses, specialty features like Work Lights Conex make it easier to track and claim fuel used for auxiliary equipment, significantly enhancing rebate potential. Mixed fleets can accurately measure hours of use for up to six different auxiliary devices, ensuring every litre of eligible fuel is counted.
Advanced Technology for more accurate claims
Manual FTC calculations are not only tedious but prone to human error, leading many businesses to underclaim to avoid potential penalties. FTC Manager eliminates this burden by allowing users to upload fuel transaction data, which the system then processes to automatically calculate claim entitlements. This automation reduces paperwork, saves administrative time, and provides complete transparency, giving businesses peace of mind that they are meeting ATO requirements without the usual hassle.
FTC Manager utilises high-precision, locationbased technology combined with detailed off-road mapping to automatically track and apportion fuel usage between on-road, off-road, and auxiliary operations. This level of accuracy allows businesses to continuously claim the highest possible FTC entitlement at the most favourable rebate rates. Compared to traditional accounting methods, FTC Manager often delivers significantly higher returns and returns for Australian companies that allow them to reinvest into business growth.
Proven success in the field
The real-world impact of FTC Manager is evident in its success stories. AKD, Australia’ s largest softwood sawmilling business with more than 1,000 employees across the east coast, faced challenges managing a multi-state fleet while adhering to strict safety and fatigue management regulations. By implementing Teletrac Navman’ s FTC Manager and TN360 fleet management system, AKD improved its tracking and compliance, allowing for precise fuel tracking and maximised rebate claims, leading to substantial financial benefits.
Similarly, Stows Waste Management, the fourth-generation business founded in 1892 is one of Melbourne’ s leaders in waste collection and disposal across industries like hospitality, industrial, domestic, and commercial sectors, experienced immediate financial gains after adopting FTC Manager. With a team of around 20 employees and a diverse fleet of 14 vehicles, including liquid tankers, hook lift trucks, and low-clearance vehicles, Stows faced significant challenges in manually calculating fuel tax credits due to extensive off-road travel and auxiliary equipment use. The reliance on averages to avoid penalties resulted in missed claims worth hundreds of dollars annually.
The introduction of Teletrac Navman’ s FTC Manager was a turning point for Stows. General Manager Imran Darwiche discovered that the system enabled retrospective claims on fuel tax credits from previous years, which effectively covered the cost of implementing the platform. On the effect this had on the business, Darwiche remarked“ You don’ t know actually what you’ re missing out on until you actually have the system in place.”
Why FTC Manager is essential for your business
Many Australian businesses have already discovered that the financial benefits of FTC Manager, unlocking immediate and longterm savings through automating compliance, reducing administrative burdens, and ensuring maximum rebate recovery. FTC Manager transforms a traditionally complex process into a streamlined, transparent, and profitable system, and its proven success across diverse industries underscores its value as a smart investment for any business with significant fuel use.
With FTC Manager, businesses can unlock previously missed financial returns, which can be reinvested in growth, safety and innovation. Speak to our team of experts at Teletrac Navman or visit the website to find out more.
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