Transportation Tracking System
The School TransportTracker is a comprehensive real-time vehicle tracking and transportation management system integrated into the Unity ERP platform. This system enables schools to monitor transportation assets, track vehicle movements, optimize routes, and enhance communication with parents regarding transportation services.
Key Features
Real-Time Vehicle Tracking
- GPS-based location tracking for school transportation vehicles
- Live map visualization of vehicle positions and routes
- Movement history and route adherence monitoring
- Speed monitoring and safety compliance alerts
Route Management
- Route planning and optimization tools
- Stop sequencing and timing configuration
- Driver and vehicle assignments to routes
- Route efficiency analysis and suggestions
Student Transportation Assignment
- Student pickup/drop-off point assignment
- Transportation fee management integration
- Special transportation needs accommodation
- Attendance integration for transport utilization
Mobile Interface
- Responsive design for administrator monitoring on mobile devices
- Dynamic routing with real-time traffic integration
- Parent portal for tracking assigned vehicles
- Push notifications for transportation events
Reporting and Analytics
- Transportation utilization reports
- Route efficiency metrics
- On-time performance tracking
- Cost analysis by route, vehicle, and time period
Technical Implementation
Client-Side Components
- Interactive map interface with vehicle location markers
- Route visualization with timing information
- Vehicle status dashboard with filtering capabilities
- Configuration panels for route and vehicle management
Server-Side Implementation
- Integration with GPS tracking devices/services
- Geofencing capabilities for stop and school boundaries
- API endpoints for mobile app integration
- Background services for data collection and processing
Data Models
- Transport Vehicle: Vehicle details, capacity, and assignment information
- Transport Route: Route configurations, stops, and timing details
- Vehicle Tracking Log: Historical location and status data
- Student Transport Assignment: Student-to-route mapping and fee details
- Transport Event: Records of delays, breakdowns, or other transportation events
Integration Points
- Fee Module: Transportation fee calculation and collection
- Student Management: Student transportation needs and assignments
- Mobile App: Parent access to transportation information
- Attendance Module: Correlation between transportation and attendance
Deployment Considerations
- GPS hardware requirements and compatibility
- Mobile data connectivity for real-time tracking
- Data storage and retention policies for tracking information
- Battery and power management for tracking devices
Recommended Documentation Placement
- This documentation should be incorporated into the main documentation structure under a new "Transportation Management" folder or added to the existing "Transporter" section mentioned in the key modules list.
Related Features
- Student management system
- Fee management
- Mobile application
- Parent communication system