Data is the gold of the 21st century. Most economic experts agree on this. The energy data of commercial buildings in particular has become increasingly valuable in recent years. Consumption volumes and the efficiency values of heating, air conditioning and ventilation technology now play an indispensable role, not only for a company's image, but also for its business balance sheet.
However, the so-called smart metering concepts are only of limited value if some of the necessary measurements cannot be covered by the company's own instruments.
Even with modern energy management, including comprehensive consumption controls, an unknown quantity remains in the database. However, customers can avoid this potential cost trap if they pay attention to specially monitored fuel suppliers when comparing suppliers, for example. The RAL quality mark for energy trading is awarded to dealers whose delivery quality is constantly monitored by neutral experts. Inadequate measurement technology, invalid calibrations or billing errors would come to light during unannounced inspections of administration, warehouses and vehicle fleets. In this way, the delivery note information on fuel quantities received becomes reliable values that do not jeopardize the reliability of the company's own consumption data.
