What is route optimisation?

Route optimisation is a process used to identify the most cost-effective route to visit a series of locations, taking into account cost, time, service levels and vehicle characteristics.

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What is route optimisation?

Route optimisation is a process used to identify the most cost-effective route to visit a series of locations, taking into account cost, time, service levels and vehicle characteristics.

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How does it work?

Input the key information that you want the decision to be based upon, for example: visit location, available resources, working hours, dates/time windows or required skills.

An algorithm runs through thousands of scenarios to find the most ‘optimal’solution - the cheapest way to complete all the visits whilst adhering to your business rules.

What are the outputs?

Typical outputs from a route optimisation are:  

  • Printed journey plan / manifest for drivers to use in the field.
  • Digital journey plan / manifest accessed via a mobile device.
  • Calendar view showing visit schedule over multiple days.
  • Report showing top level statistics for entire fleet.
  • Breakdown report showing statistics by vehicle by day

Features and benefits

  • Save time / increase productivity
  • Reduce CO2 emissions
  • Reduce labour cost  
  • Improve customer service
  • Reduce fuel usage

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To see how Geoplan software and tools can help your business please call one of our account managers on 01423 569538 or arrange a demo below.

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