Fuel Price Database Development is a critical component for businesses managing fuel pricing, vendor status, and multi-location reporting. Winning Solutions, Inc. (WSI) has a long-standing partnership with a key client to develop, refine, and enhance their Fuel Price Database. Over the years, WSI has executed multiple projects to modernize this system, ensuring it remains efficient, scalable, and aligned with the client’s evolving operational needs.
Initial System Development (2020)
In July 2020, WSI undertook a complete Fuel Price Database rewrite, transitioning it into a high-performance Microsoft SQL Server-based system with a web-based user interface built on .NET and hosted on Internet Information Server (IIS). This upgrade introduced essential features such as:
- Secure user authentication for enhanced data security.
- Automated data processing via Windows Services.
- Multi-user accessibility with responsive design for seamless operation on desktop screens.
- Vendor and terminal management tools for improved data organization.
- Integration with DTN to enable automatic fuel price data downloads.
Upon completion, the new system was handed over to the client’s IT team for deployment, marking a major milestone in fuel price data management.
Enhancements and Vendor Active Status Update (2022)
As the client’s needs evolved, WSI introduced new updates in December 2022, improving vendor and fuel management functionality. Key enhancements included:
- Replacing the existing "Active?" checkbox with a dynamic Active Status button and form for better control over vendor and fuel availability.
- Refining the Fuel Price Report to eliminate duplicate entries and improve accuracy.
Further Refinements & Reporting Improvements (2023)
In January 2023, WSI rolled out version 1.1 of the Fuel Price Database, introducing:
- A new "Partner" field linked to the maintenance form.
- The addition of a "Vendor" column in the Fuel Price Report for enhanced reporting.
- Further refinements to prevent duplicate report entries.
Business Impact & Future Outlook
WSI’s iterative approach to database development has allowed the client to introduce new features incrementally, maximizing their investment while maintaining system reliability. The fuel pricing database has become a scalable and high-performance solution that meets industry demands.
By continuously adapting to evolving needs, WSI has solidified itself as a trusted technology partner in the fuel pricing and logistics sector. Our expertise in database development and system optimization ensures that businesses can efficiently manage their pricing data with accuracy and ease.
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