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Description
ASCD serves as a robust supply chain design tool, particularly beneficial for businesses that rely on multi-stop shipments. It effectively optimizes both multi-stop route territories (outbound from warehouses) and the higher levels of the supply chain in tandem. This tool is instrumental in creating a supply chain network that balances various cost factors while adhering to different constraints, such as capacity limitations. For instance, a straightforward yet complex scenario, illustrated in the image above, involves balancing inbound expenses, warehousing and inventory carrying costs at distribution centers, and outbound costs, particularly when outbound logistics include multi-stop routes with specific delivery frequency requirements. To achieve a practical solution, it is crucial to accurately model the costs associated with multi-stop deliveries, taking into account these delivery frequency needs and aligning them with overall efficiency goals. Ultimately, ASCD provides a strategic framework that enables businesses to streamline their supply chain operations effectively.
Description
The Paradox Routing Tool (PART) is a software application for Windows designed for routing and scheduling, which aids in the design of distribution networks, planning of territories, and optimization of routes, along with shipment consolidation and selection of carrier modes. Acting as an advanced route planning tool, PART takes into account order details, vehicle specifics, Department of Transportation regulations, and required customer service levels to create efficient vehicle routes and schedules through the use of sophisticated optimization algorithms that minimize both distance and costs. By integrating with Microsoft MapPoint and ALK Technologies' PC*MILER suite, PART offers enhanced mapping, geo-coding, and navigation capabilities. Additionally, the Site Selection feature assists users in making informed decisions about the placement of an optimal number of facilities based on demand distribution. With capabilities that extend to multi-stop closed-loop and one-way routing, zone routing, and the management of backhauls, PART streamlines the entire routing process for greater efficiency. This comprehensive tool is essential for businesses looking to improve their logistical operations and reduce transportation costs.
API Access
Has API
No
API Access
Has API
No
Integrations
Agillence ALLO
Yes
Agillence ALMS
Yes
SSuite MonoBase Database
No
Integrations
Agillence ALLO
No
Agillence ALMS
No
SSuite MonoBase Database
Yes
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
No
Free Version
No
Pricing Details
No price information available.
Free Trial
Yes
Free Version
No
Deployment
Web-Based
Yes
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
No
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Deployment
Web-Based
No
On-Premises
No
iPhone App
No
iPad App
No
Android App
No
Windows
Yes
Mac
No
Linux
No
Chromebook
No
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Customer Support
Business Hours
Yes
Live Rep (24/7)
No
Online Support
Yes
Types of Training
Training Docs
Yes
Webinars
No
Live Training (Online)
No
In Person
No
Types of Training
Training Docs
No
Webinars
Yes
Live Training (Online)
Yes
In Person
Yes
Vendor Details
Company Name
Agillence
Founded
2003
Country
United States
Website
agillence.com/our-solutions/ascd/
Vendor Details
Company Name
Paradox Software Consulting
Founded
1998
Country
United States
Website
www.paradoxsci.com/routing-and-scheduling-software
Product Features
Product Features
Distribution
Barcoding / RFID
No
Import / Export Management
No
Inventory Management
No
Order Management
Yes
Purchasing
No
Returns Management
No
Sales Forecasting
No
Shipping Management
Yes
Warehouse Management
No
Supply Chain Management
Demand Planning
No
Electronic Data Interchange
No
Import / Export Management
No
Inventory Management
No
Order Fulfillment
Yes
Order Management
No
Sales & Operations Planning
No
Shipping Management
Yes
Supplier Management
Yes
Transportation Management
Yes
Warehouse Management
No
Transportation Dispatch
Billing & Invoicing
No
Computer Aided Dispatch
No
Customer Database
No
Emergency Dispatch
No
Fuel Management
No
Mileage Tracking
No
Order Management
No
Routing
Yes
Scheduling
Yes
Vehicle Tracking
No