Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP Certified Public Accountants, of Canton, MA, has released the results of its second annual Propane Industry Survey. The firm surveyed propane dealers from six northeastern states.
Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP Certified Public Accountants, of Canton, MA, has released the results of its second annual Propane Industry Survey. The firm surveyed propane dealers from… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/gray-gray-gray-releases-2017-propane-survey-results/
DISCLAIMER: This article highlights key provisions in the 500-page tax reform bill. It is not a comprehensive explanation of changes to the tax code, nor is it intended for use as tax guidance or advice. Readers should consult with a qualified tax profess…
DISCLAIMER: This article highlights key provisions in the 500-page tax reform bill. It is not a comprehensive explanation of changes to the tax code, nor is it intended for use as… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/energy-industry-highlights-tax-cuts-jobs-act/
Many business owners would agree that one of the most difficult aspects of running a successful operation is finding employees who possess suitable work ethics and who will remain on the job for an extended period of time. A high turnover rate can come at…
Many business owners would agree that one of the most difficult aspects of running a successful operation is finding employees who possess suitable work ethics and who will remain… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/background-checks-can-strengthen-workforce/
Exploring some of the most common mistakes and misconceptions surrounding BI
So you’ve decided to step into the great unknown that is BI software … what now? What exactly are you going to get out of this thing? How hands-on do you have to be with it? Do …
Exploring some of the most common mistakes and misconceptions surrounding BI
So you’ve decided to step into the great unknown that is BI software … what now? What exactly are you… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/not-so-brite-ideas/
Predictive analytics depend on customer data, not marketer presumptions
There are two things energy marketers know about their new customers, according to Phil Baratz, president of Angus Energy. First, they know that they don’t know much about new custom…
Predictive analytics depend on customer data, not marketer presumptions
There are two things energy marketers know about their new customers, according to Phil Baratz, president… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/assume-nothing/
There are a growing number of startups around the country that would like to replace a trip to the local gas station with on-demand fueling. Tap an app, and they’ll bring the gas to you, filling your car while you’re at work, or at night while you sleep. …
There are a growing number of startups around the country that would like to replace a trip to the local gas station with on-demand fueling. Tap an app, and they’ll bring the gas… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/fill-your-cars-gas-tank-smartphone/
Family businesses can increase their potential for success and avoid missteps by learning the finer points of negotiation for both business and personal relationships.
Family businesses can increase their potential for success and avoid missteps by learning the finer points of negotiation — an activity that permeates many essential business… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/better-negotiations-lead-better-outcomes/
Gray, Gray & Gray, of Canton, MA, the energy industry’s leading accounting and business advisory firm, recently released the results of a broad survey of propane retailers in the six-state New England region. This is the first time the firm has surveyed p…
Gray, Gray & Gray, of Canton, MA, the energy industry’s leading accounting and business advisory firm, recently released the results of a broad survey of propane retailers in the… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/gray-gray-gray-surveys-propane-marketers/
While benchmarking information is available on what oil and propane companies typically pay their drivers, dispatchers, salespeople and other employees, the data is less forthcoming when it comes to how much the owner should be paid. One person who has gi…
While benchmarking information is available on what oil and propane companies typically pay their drivers, dispatchers, salespeople and other employees, the data is less… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/how-much-should-you-pay-yourself/
Gaining the upper hand on your costs can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task. But by applying some common sense “best practices” to the way you collect, measure and apply the financial data found in your company’s books, you actually have an opportun…
Gaining the upper hand on your costs can sometimes seem like an overwhelming task. But by applying some common sense “best practices” to the way you collect, measure and apply the… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/using-financial-data-control-costs/
Thirty-three percent. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), 33 percent is the amount of productivity companies lose when they hire employees with drug and alcohol problems.
A related study by the SBA also points to the increased risk of…
Thirty-three percent. According to the Small Business Administration (SBA), 33 percent is the amount of productivity companies lose when they hire employees with drug and alcohol… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/towards-drug-free-workplace/
Allison Heaney truly grew up in the Oilheat business. At age 5, she was helping to wash trucks at Skaggs-Walsh, founded by her grandfather, and in 1994 she stepped into the company presidency as a 24-year-old.
Allison Heaney truly grew up in the Oilheat business. At age 5, she was helping to wash trucks at Skaggs-Walsh, the Queens, NY, company run by her father, Peter Heaney, who… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/love-oilheat/
Veteran energy marketer and consultant Sean Cota says fuel companies are complex operations, and owners need to implement effective bookkeeping and accounting practices in order to get a firm grasp on their costs.
Veteran energy marketer and consultant Sean Cota says fuel companies are complex operations, and owners need to implement effective bookkeeping and accounting practices in order… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/good-bookkeeping-pays/
All Department of Transportation (DOT)-regulated businesses that operate vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or Combination Weight Rating of at least 26,001 pounds are required to have a Drug & Alcohol Testing Program in place.
As addressed in previous articles, all Department of Transportation (DOT)-regulated businesses that operate vehicles with a Gross Vehicle Weight Rating or Combination Weight… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/non-negative-results-require-proper-handling/
Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP Certified Public Accountants, of Canton, MA (www.gggcpas.com), recently released the results of the firm’s 25th annual Energy Industry Survey. The survey was distributed to retail fuel oil and propane dealers throughout the Northeas…
Gray, Gray & Gray, LLP Certified Public Accountants, of Canton, MA (www.gggcpas.com), recently released the results of the firm’s 25th annual Energy Industry Survey. The survey… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/gray-gray-gray-publishes-survey-results/
Marketing and advertising are terms we all know, but what do they really mean to any given energy marketer or home comfort provider? In the second installment of this two-part look at innovative company marketing, the focus is on customization.
Marketing and advertising are terms we all know, but what do they really mean to any given energy marketer or home comfort provider? In the second installment of this two-part… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/grow-your-business-your-way/
NEFI Visions 2016 drew hundreds of energy marketers to the DCU Center in Worcester, MA, for two interesting days of education and networking.
Hosted by New England Fuel Institute, the event received the support of many sponsors, including the Diamond S…
NEFI Visions 2016 drew hundreds of energy marketers to the DCU Center in Worcester, MA, for two interesting days of education and networking.
Hosted by New England Fuel… https://oilandenergyonline.com/articles/all/visions-conference-brings-marketers-together/
