1. Trace Blueprinting
Designing the “Golden Path” for intermodal rotations.- Node-to-Node Precision: Defining mandatory stops for customs, loco-swaps, and terminal handling.
- KM Efficiency: Calculating the shortest viable distance across the European rail network to reduce fuel and track-access billing.
2. Dynamic Slot Allocation
Orchestrating the transition from a static trace design to a live, date-specific operational slot.- IM Synchronization: Integrating with Infrastructure Managers to verify that a designed trace is available for the required date/time.
- Conflict Resolution: Identifying trace overlaps that could cause terminal congestion or late departures.
3. Performance Baselining
Every trace acts as a benchmark for the Monitoring module.- Ideal vs. Real: Establishing the “Ideal Transit Time” which allows for real-time delay alerts when a train deviates from its orchestrated path.