This guide offers a quick understanding the factors of 'Trip optimizer+ beta'.

1. 'Trip starting time'

Trip starting time is the predefined moment when a vehicle is scheduled to begin its operations. When employing the 'Trip optimizer+' feature for order optimization, this starting time is taken into account to determine the order sequence.

2. 'Preferred Hub'

Preferred hub location is where the driver picks up hub orders. It can be any warehouse where all orders are managed. For more details, refer to this article: [What is Via hub orders][Coming Soon]

3. 'Starting point location,'

Starting point location is the initial place where a vehicle begins its operations, serving as the first point where the vehicle picks up orders. It can be referred to as the warehouse or attendance place, where the vehicle is prepared to commence its journey. This starting point is important in establishing the order sequence since the system sets the sequence based on the proximity of orders to this location.

4. 'End point location,'

End point location is the final stopping place for a vehicle, often considered the checkout location or the warehouse where the vehicle concludes its operations before checkout. This is a crucial factor in order optimization, as the system takes into account the end point location when establishing the sequence of orders. The system strives to arrange the sequence so that the last order is in close proximity to the final location.

5. 'Observe time slots,'

Observe time slots refer to the 'time selectors' specified during the creation of orders, indicating the date and time range within which pickup and delivery orders should be completed. This aspect is crucial in optimization, as the system takes into consideration these time slots. If any time window becomes impractical to complete, the system redirects the orders to the 'overflow tray.'

Observe time slots refer to specific time ranges set during order creation, outlining the acceptable period for completing pickup and delivery tasks. The system adjusts for gaps, considering 'Trip Starting time' and displays the actual time on the order tile, factoring in waiting time. For more details, see [link to the article titled 'abc']. If multiple orders with gaps are challenging to complete within specified time frames, the system may redirect them to the 'overflow tray.'

6. 'Overflow tray'

Overflow tray is like a holding area for orders in tray that the system finds difficult or impossible to complete after optimization. It's a tray where these orders are sent.

7. 'Minimize waiting time.'

Minimize waiting time is an option activated by selecting the 'Observe time slots' checkbox. When you also choose 'Minimize waiting time,' the system analyzes the gap between time windows and the 'Trip starting time.' It may adjust the start time to minimize waiting periods. The optimized start time is visible after the process. The system recommends a start time to reduce waiting time; otherwise, drivers may experience unnecessary delays.

Updated on: 13/05/2024