input
- Train Timetable
- Work rules
- Crew resources
Engine
- Develop train hooks based on timetable
- Develop crew master roster based on crew trips
Output
- Crew trips
- Crew master rosters
Specifications
Features
- Generate optimal minimum cost rosters that fully comply with the required rules and constraints
- Run strategic scenarios such as implementation of different shift structures or different depots
- Graphical Hook Editor and Gantt Roster Manager
Benefits
- Reduced effort from faster automated process
- Produce higher quality (cheaper) solutions
- Utilise crew more efficiently across the entire network
- Eliminate the home-grown Excel and MS Access solutions
- Standardise and simplify the roster-creation process
Approach
- Hooks determined which trains will be crewed by what depots
- Master Roster is created to allocate the work to individual resources and combine a range of activities:
- Mainline work
- Local work
- Travel
- Days off
- Duty free days
- Annual leave
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