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Simplifying Route Planning Amid Complex Tariff Structures with PTV OptiFlow

Are complex tariff structures of subcontractors complicating your delivery planning? PTV OptiFlow offers a sophisticated solution that integrates distinct costs at the order level for any subcontractor in your plan, seamlessly managing varied pricing structures within your delivery strategy.

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Why PTV OptiFlow stands out?

Seamless Integration

Are complex tariff structures of subcontractors complicating your delivery planning? PTV OptiFlow offers a sophisticated solution that integrates distinct costs at the order level for any subcontractor in your plan, seamlessly managing varied pricing structures within your delivery strategy.

Seamless Integration of In-House and Subcontracted Operations

PTV OptiFlow’s algorithm accounts for the marginal cost of integrating deliveries within your own fleet versus outsourcing to subcontractors. This flexibility ensures that each delivery is planned with the exact cost structure in mind, optimizing both in-house and subcontracted operations. PTV OptiFlow’s sophisticated approach has the unique capability to optimize the entire plan in minutes while evaluating each order independently.

Manage complex tariff structures better

PTV OptiFlow revolutionizes delivery planning by effectively managing complex tariff structures from subcontractors. By integrating detailed cost considerations at the order level and balancing in-house versus subcontracted deliveries, PTV OptiFlow ensures optimized, cost-effective logistics operations. Embrace PTV OptiFlow to simplify your planning process, enhance efficiency, and achieve significant cost savings.

Why use PTV OptiFlow to efficiently manage complex tariff structures?

Detailed Cost Analysis

PTV OptiFlow enables detailed cost analysis at the order level, ensuring accurate
and transparent cost management across different subcontractors.

Optimal Decision-Making

PTV OptiFlow evaluates whether to use your fleet or subcontractors based on realtime cost considerations, ensuring the most cost-effective and efficient delivery routes. The marginal cost of adding an order to your own transport plan versus outsourcing it to a subcontractor is evaluated on the lowest level but optimized in the context of the entire plan.

Efficiency and Savings

By balancing in-house and outsourced deliveries, PTV OptiFlow maximizes resource utilization and minimizes operational costs, enhancing overall efficiency.

Benefits

Faster planning
Optimize the entire plan in minutes while evaluating each order independently
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Identify cost-saving opportunities and ensures transparent pricing strategies
Determine the best choice between using your fleet and subcontractors

Benefits Across the Board

  • For your warehouse or depot
    Improved planning accuracy and cost control, leading to better resource management and operational efficiency.
  • For your drivers
    Optimized routes that consider cost and efficiency, reducing unnecessary travel and improving job satisfaction.
  • For your customers
    Enhanced delivery reliability and cost-efficiency, translating to better service quality and customer satisfaction.
  • For your transport planners
    Simplified planning processes with integrated cost considerations, reducing the burden of manual calculations and potential errors. 
  • For your company
    Significant cost savings and improved competitiveness through strategic use of your fleet and subcontractors.

Are you ready to boost your transport efficiency by simplifying your route planning amid complex tariff structures?

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