To design an application that optimizes the scheduling and seat management of sumos operating from a designated stand. This system aims to bridge the communication gap between passengers and drivers, ensuring maximum seat utilization and minimizing missed ride opportunities.
Imagine a sumo stand where multiple sumos are scheduled to travel from an origin to various destinations. Each sumo has a fixed number of seats (e.g., 9 seats). The driver can start the journey even if the sumo is not fully occupied. However, potential passengers walking towards the stand may not be aware of available seats in sumos that are about to depart. Simultaneously, drivers may not know about passengers en route to the stand, leading to unoccupied seats while passengers miss their rides.
Real-Time Notifications: A passenger heading to the sumo stand receives a notification about sumos with available seats about to depart. They can reserve a seat or notify the driver of their impending arrival.
Walking Routes: The app suggests the fastest walking route to the stand, showing available sumos en route and their departure status.
Incoming Passengers Alert: Drivers receive alerts about passengers walking towards the stand, along with estimated arrival times, allowing them to wait if feasible.
Passenger Queue Management: Drivers can view a queue of passengers waiting for the next available sumo, helping them plan their journey and optimize seating.
Advance Booking: Passengers can reserve seats in advance or while en route to the stand, reducing missed rides and helping drivers plan departures.
Group Reservations: Passengers traveling in groups can book multiple seats together, ensuring they travel in the same sumo.
Driver Visibility: Passengers can track the real-time location of sumos and estimated departure times.
Passenger Visibility: Drivers can monitor incoming passengers' locations, helping them decide on the best departure timing.
Alternative Suggestions: During peak hours, the app suggests alternative sumos or staggered departure times based on seat availability and passenger demand.
Stand Capacity Monitoring: The system monitors the stand's capacity, ensuring efficient use of space and avoiding overcrowding.
Dynamic Updates: Passengers or drivers can make last-minute changes, such as destination changes or cancellations. The system updates schedules and notifies relevant parties in real-time.
Flexible Departures: Drivers can adjust departure times based on last-minute passenger updates, ensuring optimal seat utilization.
Intermediate Stops: The app manages seat reservations dynamically, allowing passengers to join or leave at intermediate stops without disrupting the overall schedule.
Drop-off and Pickup Optimization: The system optimizes drop-off and pickup points, ensuring minimal disruption and efficient use of time.
Pooling Suggestions: The app identifies clusters of passengers heading to similar destinations and suggests pooling options, optimizing seat utilization and reducing trip frequency.
Community Features: Passengers can form groups for regular routes, enhancing the sense of community and increasing system efficiency.
| Feature | Definition |
|---|---|
| Analytics & Reporting | Provide insights into peak hours, popular routes, and seat utilization to help operators improve services. |
| Emergency Communication | Enable quick communication between passengers and drivers in case of emergencies or unexpected delays. |
| Loyalty Programs | Reward frequent users with discounts or priority booking options. |
| Feedback System | Allow passengers and drivers to rate and review each trip, ensuring continuous service improvement. |
| Conclusion | This application will enhance the overall efficiency of sumo scheduling and seat management, improving user satisfaction and operational effectiveness by ensuring optimal seat utilization and clear, real-time communication between passengers and drivers. |