Dynamic Vehicle Scheduling & Real-time Tracking
MJC˛'s real-time dispatching and vehicle tracking system REACT is the fastest and most powerful dynamic planning software available on the market. Capable of optimizing 1000s of vehicle movements in seconds, the system can automatically dispatch distribution and transport operations, dynamically rescheduling vehicle and driver assignments based on real-time events. REACT provides reactive planning functionality such as real-time scheduling of vehicles and drivers, dynamic vehicle routing, real-time vehicle fleet tracking, dispatcher systems and fleet tracking and traffic & yard management.
Real-time Scheduling Systems & Dynamic Planning Software
REACT provides a real-time dispatcher environment for planners and managers who must respond dynamically to a continuously changing operation. The immediate benefits of implementing REACT include:
- Dynamic routing and scheduling of vehicles (including dynamic scheduling of multidrops or multicollects and dynamic assignment of work to resources)
- Real time distribution scheduling (last minute orders, variable demand, etc.)
- Efficient fleet and driver usage, taking account of working time directives, shift scheduling, vehicle maintenance scheduling and customer constraints
- Reduced spot-hire costs and better utilisation of own-fleet
- Improved service levels, including better adherence to schedule and greater flexibility
- Real time optimization based on operational constraints and business objectives
- Improved visibility at all levels of the operation
- Real time planning in response to last minute orders, cancellations, redirections, etc.
- Advanced warning of potential delays due to traffic congestion or breakdowns, and tactical response.
In an operation where order-fulfilment windows may be as narrow as half-an-hour, and penalties for late delivery may be substantial, the ability to react quickly to operational problems such as traffic delays, breakdowns, last minute orders, etc. is vital. REACT allows planners to tackle this problem by replanning on demand, thus reducing the need for over-resourcing and spot-hire while improving service levels. The user-friendly graphical planning interface allows fast and effective interaction with the dispatcher & vehicle tracking system through on-screen maps, reports and editors.
REACT is flexible enough to accurately model all real time logistics operations, and may be configured to exactly match business requirements. Integration with our DISC distribution scheduling program allows complex multidrop and multidepot operations to be scheduled, including the consideration of loading and dispatching constraints if necessary.
Real-time Dispatcher Software & Dynamic Scheduling
REACT includes real-time dispatcher systems which simplify and automate fleet scheduling and resource tracking. The dispatcher is presented with an up-to-date view of the operation and can instantly locate and track vehicles, personnel, assets and equipment. Our truck dispatch software includes vehicle routing, job scheduling and tracking functionality which provides the dispatcher with continuously updated information about the status of each consignment.
Data is presented graphically in the form of maps and gantt charts and in tabular reports. The dispatcher system includes KPI reporting and fleet management modules which enable analysis of vehicle tracking data in real-time and for strategic optimization. All reports can be configured to meet specific operational rules and requirements. Our dispatch scheduling software can also interface to other systems such as ERP databases, order-taking systems, fleet maintenance systems, etc. to make vehicle tracking data available across the business.
GPS Vehicle Tracking, Telematics & Asset Tracking
Our real-time logistics software integrates with GPS vehicle tracking systems (or other vehicle location and telematics systems) to facilitate dynamic rescheduling of the fleet based on current location. The fleet tracking system provides regular updates about each vehicle's location and progress. Using this information, the real time system can estimate journey times and automatically reschedule if vehicles appear to be running much slower or faster than expected. Asset tracking extends to trailers, tractors, containers and other equipment.
The dispatch control system includes vector routing and mapping, allowing vehicle locations to be displayed on maps with status updates about current work and dynamically updated ETAs. Integration with MJC˛'s MOBi mobile workforce system provides drivers with in-cab functionality, enabling real-time transmission of updated schedules and real-time capture of data and delivery notes.
Traffic Management System & Yard Management Software
REACT includes powerful tools to facilitate real-time scheduling of depot and warehouse operations. Our yard management systems can automatically schedule shunter movements, dock allocation and vehicle/trailer usage. Traffic management in the yard and transport scheduling is integrated to ensure that all aspects of logistics operation are co-ordinated and optimized. REACT models warehouse constraints, load building requirements, docking constraints, preferred loading sequences, trailer compatibility rules, etc. REACT can receive real-time updates about the location and status of resources (shunters, trailers, drivers, etc.) and can automatically replan yard activities and issue updated instructions to staff via in-cab devices or messaging systems. Trailer software scheduling modules automatically assign shunting movements and loading plans. Our traffic management software is designed to model large, complex sites which have to handle hundreds or thousands of loading/unloading operations every day.
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