The PLATO System

PLATO: (Propane Logistics, Accounting, Training, Online) is a proprietary online business management system that you use to manage your business. It is included as part of the franchise program. It includes the following features:

Accessable over the internet by password from anywhere.
Run your entire business from anywhere.
Access all marketing, training and financial materials.
Laptop based POS system in delivery trucks.
Performance statistics.
Customer management.
Accounts receivable management.
Accounts payable management.
Checking account management.
Delivery routing.
Access to marketing materials.
Instant messaging system.
Access to manuals and training materials.

Centralized Accounting: To make you more efficient and provide prompt feedback on your results, your end-of-month accounting is performed for you by 1st Propane®. We also prepare your sales tax, fuel tax and payroll tax reports, and a detailed monthly financial statement.

eManual: Because of your use of the PLATO system, you have access to our comprehensive electronic manual, known as the "eManual". This manual contains indexed, searchable information on topics such as daily operations, policies and procedures, marketing, employee guidelines, safety, advertising and much more. It also provides download access to dozens of forms that you use in your business.

Continuing Research and Development: While you are devoting your efforts to the growth of your business, the 1st Propane® corporate staff will be devoting their efforts to creating new ways for you to grow and operate more efficiently.

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