Automated, Dynamic Routing, Scheduling and Re-Routing
Ideally, the routing solution should be developed automatically and automatically adjusted for anomalies. In addition, the capability to dynamically re-route a vehicle should be incorporated in the chosen routing solution. A variety of desirable features in automated routing and scheduling systems are listed below.
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Handles Multiple Time Windows
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Automated Calculation of Service Times
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Considers Vehicle Compatibility
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Accounts for Varying Order Quantities
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Aggregates Customer Information Using Zones
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Maximizes Capacity
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Handles Ranges in Time and Distance Measures
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Considers Customer Compatibility
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Calculates Fixed and Variable Cost
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Accommodates Multiple Vehicle Types
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Handles Regular and Over Time Wages
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Observes Service Territories
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Considers Crew Size
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Optimizes Workforce Allocation
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Records Workforce Performance Measures
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Uses Digital Mapping to Calculate Actual Distances
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Utilizes Detailed Maps at Multiple Levels
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Considers Vehicle Restrictions
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Considers Physical Restrictions in Infrastructure
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Optimization with Multiple Algorithms
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Handling of Multiple Parameters
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Master Route Creation
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Balances Loads Across Drivers and Time
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Considers Rush Hour Constraints
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Creates Multiple Day Scenarios
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Generates Reload Routes if Needed
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Avoidance of Toll-Roads if Required
RightChain™ Routes Optimization Includes Dynamic Optimization of Routes in Transit