Systems and methods for monitoring and controlling dispenser fluid refill

A fluid dispensing system comprising:

• an external refill container storing a refill fluid, the refill fluid comprising at least one of a soap, an anti-bacterial cleanser, a disinfectant, and a lotion, the external refill container including a first connector and a memory storage device storing identification data;
• and
• a fluid dispenser comprising:
• a below deck reservoir for storing a fluid;
• an above deck spout including an outlet port in fluid communication with the reservoir for dispensing fluid stored in the reservoir and an external supply port connected with the reservoir by a supply passage to supply fluid to the reservoir, the external supply port including a second connector connectable with the first connector to supply the refill fluid to the reservoir;
• and
• a controller in communication with the memory storage device at least when the second connector is connected with the first connector for transmitting the identification data to the controller.

A refill container comprising:

• a container body storing a refill fluid, the refill fluid comprising at least one of a soap, an anti-bacterial cleanser, a disinfectant, and a lotion;
• a self-sealing quick disconnect connector secured to the container body;
• and
• an RFID transponder disposed in or on the connector.