In a worldwide market with frequent fluctuations in costs, it can be difficult to stay on top of what price should be applied to products, and whether they are subject to any other expenses and overheads. Being able to simplify pricing and ensuring different costs are covered with ease is one way that industrial oil and lubricant businesses are beginning to adopt in order to improve their bottom lines. In this article we take a brief look at the oil and lubricant business market, the benefits of having a simple pricing structure, and what the right automation software can do in order to simplify pricing.