Routing software systems reduce costs by optimizing delivery and service routes, which lowers fuel consumption and labor time. They improve efficiency by automating route planning, handling last-minute requests and providing real-time tracking for better communication with drivers and customers. Ultimately, this leads to enhanced customer satisfaction and increased profitability. OnTerra Systems recently rolled out its RouteSavvy 2.0 route planning software built using the HERE Technologies platform to take advantage of newer mapping features and mapping data quality. Existing RouteSavvy users will be able to continue to use their version of RouteSavvy (based on Bing Maps) for a limited period of time. But when they choose to migrate to RouteSavvy 2.0, the migration is fast and easy because RouteSavvy 2.0’s user interface is identical to the existing version of RouteSavvy.
“OnTerra Systems developed RouteSavvy 2.0 based on the HERE Technologies platform for many good reasons,” says Steve Milroy, OnTerra Systems president. “First and foremost, HERE Technologies is by far the best mapping platform on the market — for quality of mapping, performance and cost-effectiveness. It’s a strategic move for OnTerra Systems to partner with HERE Technologies. It’s also a good move for customers who will have access to comprehensive web maps at a cost-effective price point.”
HERE Technologies generates and owns their own map data, meaning coverage is more comprehensive. Mapping data including new addresses, new streets and routing data are frequently updated. It also offers high-quality, accurate geocoding, allowing users to upload their address data into RouteSavvy more accurately. Not only do maps from HERE Technologies feature a clean, modern format that’s easy to read and view, they offer vector-based maps which are more compatible with modern web browsers. This allows for better performance of the maps in the user’s web browser. This will result in more seamless use for a variety of actions such as zooming in on a map. HERE Technologies also offers live traffic data, letting users see current traffic flow color coded to show speeds and traffic incident data when planning routes.
“This all helps businesses and nonprofits generate more efficient routes for deliveries, pickups, service calls and sales calls,” says Milroy. “More efficient routing equals fewer miles driven, resulting in significant savings on fuel costs, fleet maintenance costs and labor costs.”
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