Before making strategic decisions such as investment, product launch or sales, we need accurate data, analysis and reports. Being aware of the steps taken by our competitors and following the sectoral developments in the world are indispensable steps for making the right decisions.
Olyslager, with its knowledge and experience of more than 70 years, not only provides you with accurate data, but also offers special solutions. We spoke with Olyslager’s President & CEO, Harald Oosting, about the company’s services to the lubricants industry.
What is the history of the name Olyslager?
Olyslager has a long history of excellence. In fact, Olyslager celebrated its 70th anniversary in 2020, a huge milestone for the company. And it all started in 1950 with our founding father, Piet Olyslager. He was a person with enormous passion for the automotive industry, had great drawing skills and therefore started to make the iconic Motor Manuals and associated FAQ handbooks.
It didn’t take long before he became part of the Bugatti and Talbot design team and continued to gather technical information from OEMs. Olyslager became the standard for technical information and produced their first lube charts for oil companies in the 60’s.
We still have his beautiful drawings hanging on the wall in our office and the Olyslager archive, with manuals going back to the T-Ford of 1909, is still there and one of the largest Automotive libraries of the world. I think he would be a proud man to see what Olyslager has achieved nowadays as the worldwide leader in the Lubricant Data Industry.
What is the field of activity of Olyslager?
Olyslager, as a global market leader, has been internationally active since 1950 as a data provider within the oil industry. Olyslager supplies over 175 oil brands and distributors worldwide with lubricant data solutions that answer the question: “Which oil should be used where?”, and also support them with information for strategic decisions as product optimization or route to market data.
Nearly all companies in the oil industry utilize the products and services offered by Olyslager. Whether it is as a technical information system to provide customers with the right oil advice, to align their own product lines with OEM specifications, or as data-driven intelligence for effective market operations. The core of Olyslager lies in its database called LIS (Lubricant Information System), which serves as the beating heart of the company.
What is Olyslager known for?
Olyslager is renowned for its expertise and specialization in the lubricant industry. The company is recognized for providing comprehensive technical data, specifications, and consulting services to lubricant manufacturers, marketers, and users. Olyslager’s extensive knowledge and solutions have made it a trusted partner in the industry.
Olyslager aims to relieve its relationships as a complete data insights supplier and strives to provide a seamless process for the customer, with the ultimate goal of making a difference. It starts with genuinely paying attention to the customer in its advisory role, which is ingrained in Olyslager’s DNA. The company prefers to achieve what others may deem impossible or unattainable. Olyslager embodies trust, technical craftsmanship, and quality in its interactions with clients, serving to facilitate the primary objectives of each client.
What is your company’s mission and vision?
Our mission is to empower our clients with accurate technical information and customized solutions that enhance their success in the lubricant industry. We strive to be the leading provider of reliable data, industry insights, and tailored services. Our vision is to contribute to the advancement of lubrication technology and promote sustainable practices across the industry.
What products do you offer to the lubricant industry?
Olyslager offers a range of products and services tailored to the lubricant industry’s needs. These includes the following.
- LIS, a comprehensive lubricant database containing over 2,700 OEMs,
- Online Oil Advisor which can be found at almost all websites of Oil brands across the world,
- Oil information for cataloguing datasets as TecDoc,
- Market Analyser, a BI tool providing you lubricant insights for any strategic decision.
What are the advantages of using your services?
By choosing Olyslager’s services, clients benefit from our 75 years extensive knowledge and experience in the lubricant industry. We provide accurate and up-to-date OEM technical information, which helps clients make critical decisions and develop high-quality lubricant products. All products offered come in 35 different languages and the OEM data is covered by original manuals. The Olyslager support team is multilingual and works across the regions.
Tell us more about your tailor-made solutions.
Olyslager offers tailor-made solutions to address the unique needs of our clients. We work closely with them to understand their specific requirements and challenges. Our team of IT experts develops in-house customized solutions supporting the latest IT languages. These solutions are designed to maximize efficiency, quality, and overall business success.
Could you name your key reference partners or successful collaborations?
Olyslager has established successful over 200 collaborations with various industry partners, including lubricant manufacturers, additive suppliers, equipment manufacturers, and industry associations. We value the confidentiality of our partnerships but can assure you that our collaborations with key industry players have resulted in significant advancements in lubricant technology and successful product launches.
Olyslager provides comprehensive technical data and consulting services to lubricant manufacturers, marketers, and users, facilitating their decision-making processes.
