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Understanding Messages in Fuelled

Learn how Fuelled Messages enables direct communication between buyers and sellers, routes inquiries to the right team members, and helps you manage marketplace conversations from both the Fuelled Web Dashboard and Mobile App.

Written by Tony

What is Fuelled Messages?

Fuelled Messages is Fuelled's built-in communication system that allows buyers and sellers to communicate directly within the platform.

When a buyer submits an inquiry on one of your marketplace listings, a conversation is automatically created between the buyer and your organization.

Messages are tied directly to the listing being discussed, making it easy to track conversations, answer questions, share additional equipment opportunities, and manage buyer relationships.


Why Use Fuelled Messages?

Fuelled Messages helps organizations:

  • Respond to buyer inquiries faster

  • Keep communication organized by listing

  • Eliminate lost emails and disconnected conversations

  • Route inquiries to the correct team members

  • Manage conversations from desktop or mobile

  • Receive instant notifications when buyers reach out

  • Share additional equipment opportunities with buyers


How Messages Work

Step 1: Buyer Sends an Inquiry

When a buyer contacts you through a marketplace listing, Fuelled automatically creates a conversation.

The conversation includes:

  • Buyer information

  • Listing information

  • Message history

  • Equipment details

  • Attached photos and files

Step 2: Assigned Team Members Are Notified

Users assigned to receive messages will automatically receive:

  • Push notifications

  • Email notifications

  • In-app notifications

This ensures inquiries are seen and responded to quickly.

Step 3: Respond Through Fuelled

Team members can respond directly from:

  • Fuelled Web Dashboard

  • Fuelled Mobile App

All conversations remain synchronized across devices.


Message Assignment

Fuelled supports message routing at multiple levels.

Account-Level Assignment

Organizations can designate team members who are responsible for handling all incoming marketplace inquiries.

Common Examples

  • Sales Team

  • Equipment Coordinators

  • Business Development

  • Customer Support

These users will receive notifications whenever a new inquiry is received.

Listing-Level Assignment

Individual listings can also have designated contacts.

Common Use Cases

  • Different divisions manage different equipment

  • Sales representatives own specific listings

  • Regional teams handle local inventory

  • Equipment specialists manage specific asset categories

When a buyer contacts a listing, Fuelled can route notifications to the team member responsible for that asset.


Accessing Messages

Fuelled Web Dashboard

Navigate to:

Messages

within the Fuelled+ Dashboard.

Available Features

  • Conversation list

  • Unread message tracking

  • Buyer communication history

  • Listing information

  • Equipment details

  • Search functionality

Fuelled Mobile App

Messages are also available within the Fuelled Mobile App.

Benefits of Mobile Access

  • Receive inquiries in the field

  • Respond while travelling

  • Upload photos

  • Share equipment information

  • Stay connected to buyers from anywhere


Understanding the Messages Interface

Each conversation contains several key areas.

Conversation List

Displays:

  • Buyer name

  • Listing reference

  • Recent message preview

  • Message date

  • Unread indicators

This helps prioritize active buyer conversations.

Conversation Thread

The main conversation area displays:

  • Buyer messages

  • Seller replies

  • Shared files

  • Shared images

  • Listing references

All communication remains attached to the listing inquiry.

Listing Information Panel

The right-side panel displays information about the listing being discussed.

Information Available

  • Listing photos

  • Equipment name

  • Listing ID

  • Sale type

  • Condition

  • Price

  • Quick link to view the listing

This gives your team immediate context when responding to buyers.


Sharing Additional Equipment

One of the most powerful features of Fuelled Messages is the ability to share equipment directly within a conversation.

If a buyer inquires about a piece of equipment, but you believe another asset may better meet their needs, you can insert equipment cards directly into the chat.

Equipment Cards Include

  • Equipment photo

  • Equipment name

  • Listing ID

  • Price

  • Marketplace link

This helps buyers discover additional inventory without leaving the conversation.

Example

A buyer asks about:

100 BBL Storage Tank

Your company may also have:

  • 150 BBL Storage Tank

  • 200 BBL Storage Tank

  • Heated Storage Tank

available.

Instead of sending links manually, you can share equipment cards directly into the conversation.


Sending Photos and Files

Fuelled Messages supports sharing:

  • Equipment photos

  • Documentation

  • Specification sheets

  • Manuals

  • Inspection reports

  • Compliance documents

This makes it easy to answer technical buyer questions and provide supporting information.


Notifications

Whenever a new message is received, assigned users can receive notifications through multiple channels.

Push Notifications

Delivered directly to the Fuelled Mobile App.

Email Notifications

Delivered to the assigned user's email address.

In-App Notifications

Displayed within Fuelled when logged in.

This ensures important buyer inquiries are not missed.


Best Practices

Respond Quickly

Buyers often contact multiple sellers.

Fast response times improve your chances of closing a sale.

Assign the Right Team Members

Route inquiries to the people most familiar with the equipment.

This helps buyers receive accurate information faster.

Share Additional Inventory

Use equipment cards to showcase similar assets that may fit the buyer's requirements.

This can increase sales opportunities from a single inquiry.

Keep Conversations in Fuelled

Using Fuelled Messages keeps all communication attached to the listing and visible to your team.

This improves collaboration and maintains a complete communication history.


Summary

Fuelled Messages is a centralized communication system that connects buyers and sellers directly through the Fuelled Marketplace. With listing-specific conversations, team member assignment, mobile and web access, instant notifications, document sharing, and equipment recommendations, Fuelled Messages helps organizations respond faster, manage inquiries more effectively, and convert more buyer interest into completed transactions.

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