The VRP has provided us with a valuable opportunity to optimize our in-house logistics, and we are now leveraging its capabilities to extend our operations. Here’s a breakdown of how this tool functions:
- Bulk Action Creation: From the delivery notes list, a bulk action allows the creation of a new VRP document, incorporating the selected delivery notes.
- Configuration Steps:
- Specify the “depot address”, define the time lapse, and set the “objectives” that the VRP calculation should consider.
- Choose all “available” vehicles suitable for the routing.
- Routing Calculation:
- Upon selecting “save”, the tool computes the routing, displaying it on a map.
- It generates a delivery trip for each route and assigns the corresponding delivery notes.
Moreover, successful implementation of the VRP necessitates advance configuration in the following areas:
- Vehicles: In our business case, vehicles are assigned to specific delivery zones.
- Vehicle Types: Assigning vehicle capacities (loading capacity) and vehicle capabilities (e.g., ability to navigate slopes) is crucial.
- Drivers: Ensuring that drivers are appropriately configured and available for assigned routes.
For a visual representation, here’s an example of a VRP document in the “solved” status: