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Turn you bus lines to parcel conveyor, start parcel shipping business by using free space in bus luggage space

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Courier companies, freight forwarders or cargo transport operators are all well aware of the high costs of line haul operations, as well as the various restrictions on load, capacity, time and conditions.

Our unique routeXpander module is here to help you integrate your bus routes with courier companies, enabling you to generate revenue through parcel delivery between cities.
It especially beneficial delivery to low populated areas and long distances.

routeExpander supports the GTFS format, allowing for the bulk import of route data, or alternatively, routes can be entered manually. 

The application uses sophisticated algorithms to determine the most efficient routing while considering various constraints. 

Operator simply need to provide a starting point and a destination, after which routeExpander will present all available routes, including departure and delivery times, transfer points, and terminal connections. 

Advantages

  • Easy to Start: The hosted and managed solution eliminates the need for purchasing any hardware or licenses.
  • Fully Automated: This solution operates without necessitating specialized knowledge from operators; it is as straightforward as selling a bus ticket.
  • Increased Revenue: By offering parcel delivery services, bus companies can generate additional income from unused luggage space, maximizing the utility of their vehicles.

  • Competitive Advantage: By diversifying services to include parcel delivery, bus companies can differentiate themselves from competitors and create a unique selling proposition.

  • Attracting New Customers: Offering parcel delivery services can attract new customers who may not otherwise use the bus service, thereby increasing ridership and revenue.

  • Community Engagement: Providing parcel delivery services can strengthen community ties by offering a local solution for shipping and receiving packages, especially in areas with limited delivery options and low density.

  • Environmental Benefits: By consolidating parcel deliveries with passenger transport, bus companies can contribute to reducing the number of delivery vehicles on the road, leading to lower emissions and a smaller carbon footprint.

Manage a wide transport network in the app

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Operator

The operator inputs the shipment information into the app: number of parcels, destination city and terminal. The system calculates shipment fees, the entire route with all connections to your lines and those of your partners, and generates labels.If needed, top priority routes and agencies will be indicated first.
The system allows for all payment options at the origin and destination points: cash, POS terminal and online.

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Terminal worker / staff

With all necessary data in his mobile app, a terminal worker collects and consolidates shipments for a specific transport route while the driver can immediately see all this information in his app as e-manifest or optionally in a printed form.

Back-office operator

Along with a wide functionality in the web app the system allows to create an individual price list for each client and issue invoice accordingly. A number of technical advantages also include a possibility to carry out cash transactions within and between the PuDo terminals, generate reports, integrate with third parties as well as using data with a variety of analytical tools such as MS Power BI, etc.

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