The Waste Management Convention in Vegas
What happens in Vegas doesn’t always stay in Vegas. During the Waste Convention, Steven tried his luck at Blackjack and won more money than could fit in his pockets. Was this beginner’s luck or did Steven have something more calculating up his sleeve?
One thing is for sure, this VP of Engineering returned to Belgium richer, wiser, and happier!
Meet Steven Logue:
Steven is the Managing Director for Sensolus North America
Meet Steven Van Hoof:
Steven is the VP of Engineering at the Sensolus headquarters in Belgium
Sneak Peak !
Watch the Steven and Steven Waste show as they share their learnings from Vegas and why waste management companies can bet on trackers as a solution to many of their daily challenges.
Four reasons to bet on a tracking solution
Waste management and collection can be traced back to ancient Greece 5,000 years ago. In 2024, it is surprising to find that many companies still rely on manual record-keeping and resource-heavy container searches. Transitioning from clipboards or Excel documents to integrated tech solutions might seem daunting for some businesses.
However, more waste companies recognize that investing in a tracking solution is not just an expenditure; it is about implementing tools that save money, save time, and make the most use out of these valuable waste containers.
1. Always know where your waste containers are
Tracking the location of waste containers, the primary revenue-generating assets for waste management companies, is essential. When rented out, each container generates money with every cycle it completes. Knowing where a container is and where it is going eliminates the man-hours spent searching for these assets, optimizing collection and rotation times instead.
On a fleet level, inventory management can be challenging for waste companies. Continuous purchase of new containers without scaling is a frequent problem. Containers might be stuck in a yard, forgotten at a repair center, or left at a customer site. With a bird’s-eye view of the entire container fleet, companies can see where each container is at any given time, retrieve “sleeping” or misplaced containers, and identify which ones are ready for use. Tracking solutions help waste management companies operate faster, more accurately, and with greater efficiency.
2. Maintain adequate inventory, no costly deficits or surplus
The intuitive platform translates location data into business insights, such as monitoring inventory levels over time at repair and maintenance sites. Knowing how many containers are at a maintenance center may indicate what percentage of the fleet is not in use. Dwell times reveal whether containers have been sitting too long, signaling potential inefficiencies in repair processes.
The Sensolus platform, for example, automatically alerts you when operations deviate from the optimal state, enabling a proactive approach to management. This “manage by exception” strategy means you only need to check alerts when the system is properly configured.
3. Prevent over-filled containers
Measuring the fill levels of waste containers offers significant advantages. For instance, containers loaded with certain types of waste can become too heavy to lift if overfilled. Fill-level alerts ensure containers are collected before reaching problematic weights. Additionally, customers obligated to empty containers on time benefit from automated fill-level monitoring. This system reduces the need for manual checks, which often reveal that only a small percentage of containers are full, thus optimizing collection schedules and efforts.
4. Do more with less while ensuring accountability
The environmental benefits of digitalization in waste management are indirect but significant. Solutions like Sensolus help customers do more with less, maximizing the use of existing inventory without needing to purchase more containers. Improved container rotations and reduced unnecessary transportation contribute to sustainability efforts.
Moreover, certain waste sector regulations require that containers do not linger at sites for too long. Digital tracking data provides accurate records, aiding in effective compliance management and holding third-party suppliers accountable.
Are you ready to go digital?
Digitalization in waste management is not just a trend; it is a strategic move towards efficiency, cost savings, and sustainability. By leveraging technology to track container locations, manage inventory, monitor fill levels, and ensure compliance, waste management companies can optimize their operations and reduce their environmental impact. As more companies adopt these digital solutions, the industry will continue to evolve, driving further innovation and improvements in waste management practices.
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