How a Global, Integrated Healthcare Services and Products Company Achieved Over $1 Million in Annual Fuel Savings

A global, integrated healthcare services and products company recognized the need to take greater control of its private fleet operations to drive efficiency and cut costs. Determined to achieve measurable cost savings, reduce out-of-route miles, and streamline operations, the global healthcare company implemented Breakthrough's Fleet Solutions to improve their fleet management strategy.

As a result, they received over $1 million in annual fuel savings, expanded access to convenient fueling locations, improved reporting and data visibility, and reduced out-of-route miles, saving both time and talent.

Turning fuel procurement into a competitive edge

Before engaging Breakthrough, the global healthcare company managed diesel fuel purchases through a prominent national truck leasing company. While the program offered competitive pricing, it limited their visibility and operational control. The fleet team operated without actionable data to track fueling behaviors or pinpoint areas for improvement. They needed transparency and accurate reporting to shift fuel procurement from a routine expense to a source of operational strength.

Uncovering opportunities for greater network efficiency

By partnering with Breakthrough, the global healthcare company gained a dedicated advocate to analyze every fuel transaction, ensuring negotiated discounts were honored. This rigorous data analysis gave them visibility to fuel purchasing patterns and identified opportunities to drive further savings.

Breakthrough also found that while the global healthcare company purchased a large percentage of their diesel gallons at in-network major truck stop chains, there were areas across the country with limited network coverage. In response, Breakthrough negotiated fuel card discounts with merchants strategically located along their routes. By optimizing fueling locations and reducing out-of-route miles, drivers maximized each fill-up, resulting in greater fuel savings and improved operational efficiency.

Enhancing transparency and driving savings

The relationship with Breakthrough directly elevated the global healthcare company’s operational efficiency and bottom line. By adopting a fresh, innovative approach to fleet management, the company achieved over $1 million in annual fuel savings. Transparency and accuracy also significantly improved, empowering better decision-making and streamlined communication. The senior logistics consultant reflected, “We now have more information on our fuel purchases, which allows us to better control and plan for our consumption and financial reporting.”

Detailed reports now provide insights into MPG performance per vehicle, in-network fueling statistics, and branch-level fuel savings metrics. These enhanced reports not only provide granular data but are also designed for easy access, making it simple to retrieve the exact data needed for internal communications or presentations. This level of clarity enables the global healthcare company to maintain seamless communication across all stakeholders, from location managers to C-suite executives, ensuring everyone stays aligned and informed. By leveraging these advancements, the fleet team can focus on driving efficiency and maximizing performance company-wide.

Elevated fleet management with Fleet Solutions

With Breakthrough’s expertise, the global healthcare company elevated its fleet management strategy, unlocking significant cost savings and boosting operational efficiency.  

The ability to access detailed, actionable insights enabled the team to proactively identify opportunities for improvement and refine their fleet management strategy. This relationship positions them to drive continuous improvement and maintain a resilient, cost-effective transportation network.