Case Study: MSAD 59 reduces transportation costs and improves student safety with Transfinder school bus routing software

MSAD 59 cuts bus runs from 30 to 14 with Transfinder

MSAD 59, a school district in Maine, faced significant challenges with its disorganized and inefficient school bus routing system. The district's new Transport Director, Bob Hagopian, identified overlapping routes and a lack of adjustments for changing ridership. To address this, the district utilized bus routing software from the vendor Transfinder, which was provided through a state contract.

Transfinder's software enabled the district to geocode student addresses and completely redesign its transportation approach. By implementing a one-tier schedule and establishing pick-up points, MSAD 59 drastically consolidated its operations. The solution from Transfinder yielded substantial results: bus runs were reduced from 30 to 14, driver hours were cut from 30 to 20 per day, and the district saved nearly $200,000 annually. Additionally, more students began walking to school, resulting in educational safety benefits for the community.

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