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DynaRoute

DynaRoute provides sophisticated fleet route planning and optimization using advanced artificial intelligence algorithms. This cloud-based SaaS platform enables businesses to generate efficient and cost-effective routes quickly, typically within five minutes. It considers multiple factors such as vehicle capacities, delivery time windows, visit priorities, and various restrictions to optimize logistics operations. The software requires no installation and features a user-friendly interface accessible in multiple languages.

By optimizing routes, DynaRoute helps companies significantly reduce travel time, fuel consumption, and labor costs, contributing to savings of at least 25-40%. It also promotes environmental sustainability by minimizing CO2 emissions through fewer trips and more efficient fleet utilization. The platform supports dynamic rescheduling and integrates seamlessly with existing ERP, OMS, and TMS systems via its API, facilitating streamlined workflow and enhanced operational control.

ElasticRoute

ElasticRoute is an advanced route planning and optimization software designed to simplify and automate the process of planning multi-stop delivery routes. Leveraging intelligent algorithms, it creates routes that mimic human planning, helping businesses efficiently manage deliveries while considering real-world constraints such as time windows, depots, vehicle capacity, and rush hours. The platform supports global optimization, making it suitable for logistics operations in different regions.

With support for seamless workflow integration through its open API and client libraries, ElasticRoute accelerates planning processes, cuts operational costs, and maximizes driver productivity. Users can plan hundreds of stops in seconds, enjoy unlimited route planning and re-planning, and benefit from intuitive dashboard and in-house geocoding. The software is accessible via free and flexible paid plans, making it ideal for organizations of all sizes seeking to enhance their logistics capabilities.

Pricing

DynaRoute Pricing

Usage Based
From $40

DynaRoute offers Usage Based pricing with plans starting from $40 per month .

ElasticRoute Pricing

Freemium
From $29

ElasticRoute offers Freemium pricing with plans starting from $29 per month .

Features

DynaRoute

  • Simulations: Create, edit, compare, and review route optimization scenarios.
  • Vehicles / Drivers Management: Define vehicle details (capacity, features, zones, costs) and driver information (skills, contact).
  • Orders Management: Import or manually enter order data (customer info, time windows, priority, quantities, location).
  • Geocoding & Mapping: Convert addresses to coordinates and display on maps.
  • Smart Zones: Create and manage delivery zones manually, automatically via clustering, or by importing KML files.
  • AI Route Planning: Optimize routes based on zones or independently, considering capacities, time windows, priorities, and restrictions.
  • Route Balancing: Ensure similar service times across vehicles.
  • Dynamic Order Insertion: Add unplanned orders to existing routes.
  • Timeline Management: Visualize and manage routes, visit sequences, and times with drag & drop.
  • Multi-Day Long Haul: Optimize routes spanning multiple days.
  • Cross-Docking Support: Plan routes involving transfers at cross-dock warehouses.
  • Road Restrictions Tool (RRT): Define turn restrictions, speed limits, road closures, etc.
  • Geofencing: Create, modify, and delete geographical boundaries.
  • Navigation / Mobil app: Android and iOS app for drivers with turn-by-turn navigation, live traffic, and visit queues.
  • Proof of Delivery (POD): Capture delivery confirmation within the mobile app.
  • Live Route Tracking: Monitor real-time vehicle locations, arrival times, and deviations.
  • Dashboard / Reports: Analyze performance, costs, and savings with various charts and reports.
  • Integration: Connect with ERP, OMS, TMS, CRM via Web Service API.

ElasticRoute

  • Ultra-Fast Optimization: Plans hundreds of delivery stops within seconds
  • Natural Route Generation: Creates routes resembling human-planned paths
  • Global Coverage: Optimizes routes for users worldwide
  • Integration Support: Open API and client libraries for seamless workflow integration
  • Real-World Constraints: Considers time windows, rush hours, depots, and vehicle capacity
  • Unlimited Re-planning: Allows unlimited planning and changes at any time
  • In-House Geocoding: Built-in geocoding for address processing
  • Sub-User Management: Supports unlimited sub-users
  • Dashboard Access: Comprehensive dashboard for route management

Use Cases

DynaRoute Use Cases

  • Optimizing last-mile delivery routes for speed and efficiency.
  • Managing logistics operations by considering vehicle capacity and shipment types.
  • Scheduling and dispatching field service technicians based on skills and location.
  • Planning employee transportation routes for pick-up and drop-off sequences.
  • Coordinating food and grocery delivery routes ensuring freshness.
  • Streamlining waste management collection schedules and routes.
  • Organizing health and medical service deliveries and patient transport.
  • Facilitating rapid deployment for emergency response services.

ElasticRoute Use Cases

  • Delivery fleet route optimization
  • Multi-stop logistics and distribution planning
  • Field service scheduling and management
  • Courier service efficiency improvement
  • Cleaning business route planning
  • Supply chain and distribution network optimization

FAQs

DynaRoute FAQs

  • What if I exceed my trial or paid plan limits?
    If you exceed your plan limits (e.g., number of vehicles or orders), you will be prompted to upgrade your plan. You are charged only for the difference on a pro-rata basis when you upgrade.
  • What can you do with a trial plan?
    The DynaRoute trial allows you to upload up to 500 orders and plan routes using a maximum of 10 vehicles and drivers. The trial period is valid for 30 days.
  • Are there any long-term commitments or cancellation fees?
    No, DynaRoute is a pay-as-you-go service billed monthly. Annual subscriptions offer a 10% discount. If you cancel an annual subscription early, you are only charged the difference of the discount for the months used, with no other fees.
  • What happens if I upgrade or downgrade a plan mid-term?
    You can manage your subscription plan, vehicle count, and billing cycle from your account. Upgrades charge the pro-rated difference immediately. Downgrades apply at the start of your next billing cycle.
  • How can I cancel my monthly subscription?
    You can cancel your monthly subscription online via your account settings. Navigate to the 'Billing and payment' tab and click on 'Cancellation'.

ElasticRoute FAQs

  • What is a stop?
    A stop is a location on the map that the vehicle or driver needs to visit or serve in order to complete the route plan.
  • What is a vehicle in ElasticRoute?
    In ElasticRoute, a vehicle is considered the same as a driver and refers to the asset that will visit or serve the stops.
  • Can I make changes to routes after planning?
    Yes, ElasticRoute allows for unlimited planning and re-planning, so you can make changes as needed and re-plan routes at any time.
  • Can I integrate ElasticRoute with my existing systems?
    Yes, ElasticRoute provides free access to the Dashboard API for all accounts, enabling integration with your workflow.
  • What happens after my free trial ends?
    After your 14-day free trial ends, your account will be switched to the Free plan unless you subscribe to a paid plan.

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