How to Optimize Your Routes with Spedsta’s Automatic Route Planning Software

Paratransit organizations face some of the most complex and demanding transportation scheduling requirements. With expensive-to-run vehicles, constantly changing passenger requests, and hundreds of daily rides to route, having software and dispatch automation is essential. While legacy software has served large metropolitan transit organizations efficiently, it can be prohibitively expensive for smaller urban and rural organizations.

SPEDSTA’s low-cost scheduling platform allows these organizations to stretch their budgets while leveraging the efficiency of larger transit systems. By using open-source software and modern server infrastructure, we offer an affordable solution for paratransit, dial-a-ride, and demand response organizations.

SPEDSTA provides automatic route planning using robust algorithms, enabling the routing of rides with one click. Options for routing include load time, pickup and dropoff windows, seating capacity, number of vehicles, and depot location. Optimized routes can be created that save on both fuel costs and driver time.

Vehicle inspection and maintenance logs are available to track shift times, fuel, vehicle inspection points, and start and end mileage digitally, ensuring vehicle health and compliance. Admins and dispatchers can monitor driver routes in real-time, add, cancel, and remove rides as needed, and have the ability to copy, pause, delete, and restart manifests for seamless management.

Drivers have access to their pickoff and dropoff locations through tablets or phones, allowing them to communicate with passengers and dispatchers. They can use turn-by-turn navigation and gather digital signatures, process payments, and add notes upon dropoff.

If your organization runs a small demand-response transportation service, contact us now to discuss our low-cost solution for automatic routing and management.

Ready to unlock the potential of smarter transportation planning? Book your demo now and explore how our scheduling software can elevate your operations.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR

MIKE B.

Mike is a seasoned transportation consultant and technology advocate. Drawing from years of experience in the transportation industry, Mike bridges the gap between innovative software solutions and practical implementation strategies. His articles focus on the transformative power of software for organizations that deliver transportation options for the elderly, special needs and disabled communities. Outside his writing endeavors, Mike enjoys exploring the landscapes of Costa Rica and advocating for sustainable transportation initiatives.