Drivers (Draft)
The Driver Module stores and manages all driver-related data used for dispatch planning, optimization, and reporting. It includes driver profiles, preferences, licenses, schedules, and status information that directly impact load assignment and trip feasibility.
Table of Contents
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About
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Schedule
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License
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Preferences
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Key Use Cases
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Viewing and updating driver contact, license, and availability details
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Assigning trips manually or through optimization
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Evaluating driver utilization and earnings
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Enforcing restrictions and preferences in load matching
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Deactivating or reassigning drivers
Navigation Overview
Access the Driver Module via the left-side navigation under Planning > Drivers. You can also access the driver from the Dispatch Gantt or Grid views, click a driver’s initials or name to open their Driver Detail Panel. Any appearance of the Driver name in on a load or trip should also hyperlink to their profile.
Driver Profile Tabs
About Tab
Displays the driver’s personal details, contact info, home/domicile location, tractor/trailer defaults, and ELD system IDs.
Schedule Tab
Shows mileage, revenue, and earning metrics across the week, along with current and upcoming trip assignments.
License Tab
Lists all endorsements and restrictions that influence load compatibility and regulatory compliance.
Preferences Tab
Captures home time preferences, preferred/avoided areas, workweek settings, and driving conditions.
Action Menu Options
Located in the upper-right of the Driver Detail Panel, the 3-dot menu includes:
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Copy ID
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Edit
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Request Time Off
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Restore Default Payment
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Refresh Timeline
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Deactivate Solo Mode
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Deactivate Driver
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Delete Driver
Data Dictionary
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Name |
Description |
Data Type |
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Driver Ref. # |
System-generated reference code for internal identification |
String |
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Name |
Full name of the driver |
String |
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Status |
Driver availability status (e.g., Available, On Trip) |
Enum/String |
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Employment Type |
Classification of the driver (e.g., Solo, Team, Employee, Owner Operator) |
Enum |
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Home Location |
Primary location for home time planning |
String |
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Domicile Location |
Optional secondary domicile for route planning |
String |
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Phone |
Contact number |
String |
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Email address |
String |
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Fleet |
Fleet assignment (e.g., TOUR, OTR) |
String |
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PTA (Planned Time Avail.) |
The expected time the driver becomes available |
DateTime |
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Next Available Location |
City/State of next available stop |
String |
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Next Trip |
Next trip segment (origin > destination) |
String |
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Tractor / Trailer |
Default assigned equipment |
String |
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ELD Tractor |
Associated tractor for Hours of Service tracking |
String |
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License Endorsements |
Certifications such as Hazmat, Tanker, etc. |
List[String] |
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License Restrictions |
Regulatory limitations such as no manual transmission |
List[String] |
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Preferred Areas |
Geographies where the driver prefers to run |
List[String] |
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Avoided Areas |
Geographies the driver prefers to avoid |
List[String] |
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Work Week Hours |
Max hours allowed to work per week |
Integer |
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Work Week Days |
Max days allowed to work per week |
Integer |
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Day/Night Driving |
Driver’s preference or restriction for time of day |
Enum |
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Sleeper Berth |
Whether driver uses a sleeper berth |
Boolean |
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DVIR |
Driver Vehicle Inspection Report status |
String |
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Revenue / Miles / Earnings |
Current week-to-date values by day and week summary |
Number |
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External System ID |
ID used for TMS/ELD integration |
String |
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Reference Code |
System ID used for API/data sync |
String |
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Start Date |
Driver’s employment start date |
Date |
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Notes |
Freeform comments field |
String |