Routing Constraints supported by Optimiser

Documentation for Optimizer constraints:

This documentation provides detailed information about the available constraints in the both ORTOOLS and XLRTE routing strategies. These constraints enable you to configure and optimize vehicle routes while considering various factors such as weight, volume, time windows, dimensions, and more.

S. No.	Constraints	Description	Use Case	XLRTE	ORTOOLS

S. No.	Constraints	Description	Use Case
1	Weight	Ensure that the total weight of consignments assigned to a vehicle does not exceed a defined limit (weight capacity of vehicle)	Prevent overloading and ensure safe transportation by setting a maximum weight for each vehicle
2	Volume	Limit the total volume of consignments assigned to a vehicle based on a specified threshold (volume capacity of vehicle)	Manage vehicle capacity efficiently by controlling the volume of consignments/orders transported
3	Number	Specify the maximum number of consignments that a vehicle can handle in a single route	Manage vehicle consignment capacity efficiently by controlling the count of consignments/orders transported
4	Time	Enforce time windows for tasks to ensure they are serviced within specific time intervals and also consider the vehicle time windows (rider shifts)	Optimize route efficiency by meeting customer preferences and operational time frames
5	Length	Set maximum dimensions for vehicles with specific length capacity available	Accommodate tasks with unique size specifications while optimizing routes
6	Width	Set maximum dimensions for vehicles with specific width capacity available	Accommodate tasks with unique size specifications while optimizing routes
7	Height	Set maximum dimensions for vehicles with specific height capacity available	Accommodate tasks with unique size specifications while optimizing routes
6	Service Time	Defines the maximum time a vehicle can spend in total in a given trip at various task locations.	Optimize by capping service times to reduce waiting and enhance overall efficiency.
7	Tags	Assign tags to tasks and regulate which tasks can be served via particular vehicle based on tag compatibility.	Align tasks with similar characteristics or requirements for eligible vehicles to improve routing.
8	Distance	Limit the distance that a vehicle can travel in a single trip	Manage fuel costs and optimize routes by controlling the distance traveled
9	Product Value	Set a maximum value limit for the whole trip	Ensure security for valuable cargo by limiting exposure during transportation
10	Consecutive Distance	Restrict the maximum consecutive distance between tasks assigned to a vehicle	Improve route efficiency by managing the sequence of tasks
11	Service Radius	Define a maximum distance radius within which rider can be assigned	Optimize operations by limiting travel time of riders which have to pickup consignments from hub
12	Tasks	Specify a subset of tasks that must be included in a vehicle's route → pickup, delivery tasks under PUDO	Manage vehicle task capacity efficiently by controlling the count of tasks done by the vehicle/rider
13	Non-Depot Pickup Streak	Limit the number of consecutive non-depot pickups in a vehicle's route	Optimize route planning by managing the arrangement of tasks
14	Group Segregate	Ensure tasks belonging to specific groups are segregated in a vehicle's route	Improve organization and delivery by separating tasks with distinct attributes
15	Internode Distance	Control the maximum distance (in km) between any two nodes(tasks) in a cluster(in a vehicle's route)	Optimize route distances by regulating the spacing between tasks