Route Optimisation Module

Route Optimisation Module

Route Optimisation Module 

What is it?

A paid add on module to the TransVirtual mobile app and web portal. All features are thoroughly integrated into both the TransVirtual mobile app and web portal.
Enables a number of functions resulting in more efficient drivers, higher levels of customer service and cost savings:
  1. Route Optimization: Calculates the shortest driving distance required to visit a set of locations then orders the deliveries unlocking time and fuel savings.
  2. ETA Reporting/Notification: Uses the driving times between locations to send automated updates on a drivers progress as they get close to delivery time. This process provides important ETA information to all levels of staff, senders and receivers.
  3. Time & Distance Rates: Enables you to enter and apply rates that are calculated based on the distance or time taken to drive between two points.
  4. See the Finance help section for further details.

What does it do?

A manual optimization option allows drivers to visualize their route on a map showing the current sort order.

  1. Automatic optimization uses sophisticated algorithms to quickly find the shortest driving route between the locations on the device.
  2. The driver can manually refine their run if required to ensure efficiency.
  3. Provides accurate ETA times for deliveries, updated live as the driver progresses through their run.
  4. ETA information and driver tracking links can be provided to receivers improving levels of customer service.
  5. When used in conjunction with turn by turn directions, the module provides greater levels of driver assistance.

To enable this module:

Enable the Route Optimization Module via the Web Portal Settings > General > Global Setup, then selecting Enable Optimal Route Module from the Add-on Modules section in the right column.
Once enabled, you can set the default for all devices in the Modules section on the left of the page. By default this is disabled.
You can enable/disable this module for individual drivers if required.


Note: If this is the first time you have enabled this module, you may need refresh your browser window and/or restart your mobile app to ensure menu options specific to this module are displayed.


To enable the Route Optimisation Module for specific devices:

Go to Home > Devices and Locations > Device List and select the device from the list. You can override the global settings that are inherited by this device using the sliders.

The Route Optimization Module is now live and ready to use. Additional help and instructions can be found below.


Note: The routing algorithm calculates the shortest driving distance (roads) to visit all locations but currently displays the route as a point-to-point line. The turn-by-turn navigation option will give provide the fastest current driving route from your location to the next consignment drop address. There are additional features being developed that will be released as they are completed.




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