Maximizing trailer capacity: Time is the crucial factor
For delivery fleets that make multi-stop runs, a constant challenge is to meet all daily delivery requirements while making the least number of trips possible—a benefit that keeps costs low and customer satisfaction high. Trailer utilization is, of course, key to achieving this goal, but an unfortunate reality is that fleet managers often underestimate the
Paragon adds resource management functionality to routing software
Paragon Software Systems has introduced resource management functionality to its routing and scheduling software.
Paragon adds ‘track my driver’ function to fleXipod
Paragon Software Systems has added a map-based track my driver service to its fleXipod proof of delivery system.
Need to maximize asset utilization? Become a Time Lord
With the demand for truck freight booming, and a shortage in the supply of equipment, fleet managers are under more pressure than ever to make the most of the assets they have. That means a shift in perception about what we mean by an asset to include not just the number of trucks available, but
Paragon routing, scheduling software improves reporting functionality
Paragon Software Systems Inc. announced the availability of improved reporting functionality in the company’s routing and scheduling software. The company says the new capabilities help logistics operations to avoid plans unraveling when vehicles leave the depot. Mapping images can now be embedded into manifest and debrief documents to provide added guidance and feedback to drivers.
Paragon Software Systems adds fuel usage enhancement to its software
Paragon Software Systems, Inc. has launched a fuel usage enhancement to its routing and scheduling software. This update to Paragon’s Route Execution module means fuel data can be taken directly from an approved, CANbus-integrated vehicle tracking system and analyzed against predicted consumption figures, calculated during the planning process, to identify where route planning can be
Paragon Software Systems highlights route planning software
Paragon Software Systems Inc. highlighted its route planning software, which the company says can help transportation planners harness data gathered to comply with the Electronic Logging Device (ELD) mandate to drive greater operational efficiency. Reporting functionality available in Paragon’s route planning software can be used to analyze data, including Hours of Service (HoS) information, truck
Paragon Software Systems updates its advanced transport solution
Paragon Software Systems Inc. has launched the latest version of its advanced transport solution. Version 6.0 will include a number of significant enhancements across both the Planning and Paragon Live modules to improve quality transport plans and operational insight from the software. Version 6.0 will feature the Route Control planning tool, which helps mitigate the impact
Paragon Software Systems announces mobile proof-of-delivery system
Paragon Software Systems Inc., provider of vehicle routing and scheduling optimization solutions, introduces a mobile proof-of-delivery and fulfillment system. FleXipod provides real-time information on the status of deliveries, captures delivery recipient information including a signature for proof of delivery and provides user tracking via GPS. The cloud-based solution improves customer service, speeds up invoicing, minimizes