Cost Saving Opportunities for the Global Fuel Cards Market: Technavio

Technavio has published a new report on the global fuel cards market from 2017-2021. (Graphic: Business Wire)

LONDON--()--According to the latest procurement intelligence report from Technavio, the global fuel cards market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% over the next five years due to widespread adoption of digital payment solutions by businesses and consumers.

The research report titled ‘Global Fuel Cards Market: Procurement Market Intelligence Report 2017-2021’ provides an in-depth analysis of category spend, best procurement practices and cost saving opportunities, aimed at helping organizations achieve superior business performance. The report also provides insights on pricing, supplier positioning and top companies, enabling sourcing professionals to improve their competitive advantage through procurement excellence.

“During the forecast period, the fuel cards market will be driven by features provided by suppliers such as telematics interfaces that provide robust reporting and tracking facilities to track fuel spend and driver efficiency,” says lead Technavio procurement specialist Angad Singh for category spend intelligence. “In addition, efficiency of fuel cards in reducing fraud and fuel theft by employees, will also drive the market,” adds Angad.

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Cost saving opportunities in the fuel cards market

The adoption of various cost-optimization levers helps buyers of fuel cards market realize direct cost savings and enhance category management and value benefits (including reduced procurement complexities).

Technavio procurement experts have segmented the cost saving opportunities in the fuel cards market into the following value-enhancement opportunities:

  • Adoption of technology
  • Supplier Competition
  • Adoption of negotiation strategies
  • Optimization of procurement practices
  • Bundling of services

Adoption of technology saving aspects

Adoption of technologies such as biometric security features, EMV security, and online and mobile application account management, help authenticate cardholders by storing their details on the card, thereby reducing chances of misuse. These technologies also enable cardholders to check their balances and update account information easily. This can help realise savings up to 7% of total category spend.

Buyers prefer to engage with suppliers that provide fraud detection services with payment services by implementing strong access control measures. Secure networks help buyers reduce risks of misuse of cardholder data and other sensitive customer data.

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Optimization of supplier competition saving aspects

Optimization of supply pool is critical in the global fuel cards market. Buyers prefer suppliers that can facilitate payment transactions regionally and globally. A wide coverage by suppliers provide convenience and reduces management efforts for buyers.

Facilities offered by supplier’s cover refueling stations on a global or nationwide level, but certain suppliers restrict the area of operation to urban areas. Certain suppliers offer more discounts at motorway refueling stations. Therefore, it is important that buyers ensure that the area of operation and discounts offered are the best suitable for their business model.

Bundling of services saving aspects

One of the most opportunistic strategic cost saving levers in the global fuel cards market is the bundling of payment gateway with payment processing. Many suppliers have a minimum fuel usage policy that buyers need to satisfy to avail benefits offered through fuel cards. Hence, buyers should assess their fuel requirements and choose a card with the best applicable minimum fuel usage policy.

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Release Summary

According to the latest procurement intelligence report from Technavio, the global fuel cards market is expected to grow at a CAGR of 8.5% over the next five years.

Contacts

Technavio Research
Jesse Maida
Media & Marketing Executive
US: +1 630 333 9501
UK: +44 208 123 1770
www.technavio.com