Understanding the Problem
The driver shortage in the transportation industry is a critical issue that impacts passengers, drivers, and overall service quality. Passengers often face longer wait times and crowded buses due to the lack of drivers, leading to dissatisfaction and reduced ridership. On the other hand, bus drivers experience high levels of stress, long working hours, and challenging schedules, which can result in burnout and absenteeism. This vicious cycle of driver shortages and poor services calls for a transformative solution.
Empowering Drivers
Optibus offers a cloud-native scheduling and rostering software platform that prioritizes drivers' preferences and needs. By customizing schedules to align with individual driver parameters, operators and agencies can significantly enhance work conditions, reduce sick leaves, and improve overall quality of life for drivers. Matching shifts to driver preferences not only boosts morale but also increases retention rates and attracts new talent to the industry.
Optimizing Operations
With Optibus, operators can minimize undesirable shifts, reduce split durations, and improve the overall quality of services. By leveraging advanced optimization algorithms, transportation agencies can create efficient rosters that maintain peak services while reducing the number of runs. This optimization leads to increased operational efficiency, better driver relationships, and a more sustainable workforce.
Recruitment and Retention Strategies
Optibus enables operators to open doors to a larger candidate pool by offering diverse shift types, including part-time options and overtime caps. This flexibility attracts a wider range of candidates, including those who may not have considered a career in bus driving previously. By addressing the changing needs of drivers and providing work-life balance, companies can enhance recruitment efforts and reduce turnover rates.