Routing and Technology
Today’s post pandemic environment it is essential to maximize the bus fleet’s efficiency and get the best use out of your buses. This is key as we manage continuing shortages of drivers, parts and delayed arrival of new buses. No district can afford to run buses with only a few students on them. We will look at some proven strategies for determining how many buses you really need and different styles of routing. This conversation also requires us to look at routing cost analysis, as well as consider community expectations. We will explore some technologies available to districts to assist with routing, and the costs and benefits of that technology.