The concept of a route optimisation software working on your side when dealing with a fleet of vehicles is much like a super-powered GPS system, except that it is much smarter. However, with all the available options, which one would be suitable in your fleet? The following is a list of some of the key features that you should look out to, so that your fleet can be running as smooth as a properly tuned engine.
To start with, real-time traffic updates are important. It no longer suffices to have a plan of a static route. Consider it: a traffic jam may turn around in a snap of a finger and you do not want your fleet to get stuck in a traffic jam where you have an opportunity to go faster. The software must put into consideration the current road conditions and be in a position to re-route the drivers on the fly to prevent delays.
Multi-stop routing is another requirement. Gone are the times when it was simple point A to point B. The route optimiser on your fleet needs to be capable of managing various stops and organising them in the most efficient manner. Suppose you are to make a dozen deliveries in the town. Your driver will not be wasting fuel going back and forth, zig-zag across the map with smart route optimisation.
Do not rule out driver tracking and reporting. A quality software must allow you to keep track of the position of every driver in real time and provide you with an insightful report on how they are driving. It is no longer about being Big Brother, it is about maximizing safety and effectiveness. A driver who drives in the most appropriate route and adheres to the speed limit is more business and environmental friendly.
The problem is that route optimisation software is not an ordinary tool, it is a game changer. Having the right features, you will turn your fleet of vehicles into a properly oiled delivery machine.
