TruckStops® Route Scheduling Software Version 2.7 Adds Gantt Charts, One-Step Data Imports

ARLINGTON, VA - February 26, 2002 - TruckStops® Routing and Scheduling Software version 2.7 contains new resource utilization Gantt Charts, the standard format for displaying a schedule graphically, using horizontal bars to represent the sequences, timing, and time span for each routing activity. The Gantt Charts graphically illustrate when each vehicle is traveling or idle, when a stop is being serviced, and when orders are being loaded or unloaded. Gantt features also include editing capabilities, such as re-scheduling stops and modifying route plans.

“TruckStops® Gantt Charts give users a visual schedule of how each vehicle is being utilized during their routes, and provides an easy way to look at how routes compare to one another,” said Mike Hooban, president of MicroAnalytics. “Many of our customers have been asking for Gantt Charts to help them in their use of the system. I think this new feature will more than meet their expectations.”

Other key features added to TruckStops® version 2.7 streamline the process of importing data into the system. Users can now use one-step processes to import data from either Excel spreadsheets or ASCII delimited files.

Available for Windows® 95/98/ME/XP/NT/00, TruckStops® can be used either dynamically, for scheduling vehicles on routes that change daily, or strategically, for planning and updating fixed delivery routes.

MicroAnalytics has produced high-quality, affordable logistics software since 1984. The company helped pioneer the development of PC-based routing systems and is recognized as the leading software provider with over 2,400 systems distributed worldwide. In addition to the TruckStops system, MicroAnalytics publishes and markets the OptiSite® Distribution Planning Model, GeoNet™ Location Databases and the BUSTOPS® Student Transportation Management System. The company operates offices in Arlington, Virginia; Toronto, Ontario; and London, England. Agents in Europe, South America, South Africa, Australia, New Zealand, Malaysia and Singapore represent MicroAnalytics. The Arlington, Virginia headquarters may be reached at 703-841-0414 or via e-mail at info@bestroutes.com.