In addition to the ticketing and radio communication equipment within a Bus or Coach cab, there is a need for an in-vehicle terminal through which each driver can interact with the base system. At depot locations, a dispatchers base terminal communicates with the bus terminals, over the mobile network and process the bus status information in a timely and user friendly manner.

Xlerate Fleet Productivity solutions are being deployed with several New Zealand Bus and Coach companies to provide the following: Individual log-on for each base operator, which may include a User ID and PIN number Each status transmission received from a bus can be tagged with the bus identity Driver Run management Soft touch key requests in MDT (eg; different colour for each category Accident, Help, Info Request etc.), Comprehensive pre-formatted reports to facilitate focus on route operations (Bus change-over, Lost mileage/Late running, Bus loading, Help requests), plus analysis of breakdowns and faults (subscribed to maintenance staff). Regular Passenger profiles can be uploaded with their mobile numbers and enhanced premium service such as SMS alerts for delays and confirmation of bookings

Simple to use planning software with minimum need for training allows to optimise routes to reduce mileage travelled Accurate routes lead to increased productivity Monitor drivers movements and respond accurately to any breakdowns View live vehicle location in real time throughout the journey ensuring management have an up to date view of operations Customised geo-fencing for time sensitive stops Pre-alert customers of ETA by SMS Receive live traffic updates so any extended delays can be factored in Improved driver Health and Safety Simple to read reports provide key managerial data to assist in improving operations