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Name: Mendoza, April john B. BSTM3.2A

IDEA BUILDER
Key idea
Transportation plays a critical role in today's economy, as it enables businesses to
move goods and raw materials to different locations efficiently. Without transportation,
the flow of commerce would be severely impacted, hindering economic growth and
development. Additionally, transportation systems facilitate the movement of people,
allowing individuals to commute to work, school, or other activities. Therefore,
transportation is an essential component of modern society, providing numerous benefits
to both individuals and the economy as a whole.

Basic components of Basic components of Performance indicators

road transport road transport - Average travel time
- Road infrastructure operation between major cities
(e.g. highways, streets, - Vehicles: These are the - Number of road accidents
bridges, tunnels) primary components of and fatalities
- Vehicles (e.g. cars, road transport - Vehicle occupancy rates
buses, trucks, operations. They - Vehicle occupancy rates
motorcycles) include different types - Average vehicle speed on
- Fuel and energy of vehicles, such as major highways
sources (e.g. gasoline, cars, buses, trucks, and - Average maintenance and
diesel, electric power) motorcycles, among repair costs per vehicle
- Traffic management others. - Number of road
systems (e.g. traffic - Infrastructure: This infrastructure projects
lights, signs, signals, includes roads, completed
road markings) highways, bridges, and - Availability and
- Driver/operator tunnels that enable the accessibility of public
training and licensing movement of vehicles transport options
- Maintenance and and people. - Carbon emissions and air
repair services for - Human resources: This pollution levels from road
vehicles and road involves the people transport
infrastructure who operate and - Cost of fuel and toll fees
manage the road - Customer satisfaction
transport system, such ratings for public transport
as drivers, mechanics, services
traffic controllers, and
maintenance workers.
Fuel and energy: Road
transport operations
require fuel or energy
sources to power
vehicles and keep
them running.
- Regulations and
policies: These are
laws and regulations
that govern road
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transport operations,
such as speed limits,
vehicle emissions
standards, and road
safety policies.
- Communication and
technology: This
involves the use of
communication and
technology systems,
such as GPS, traffic
monitoring systems,
and communication
devices, to improve the
efficiency and safety of
road transport
operations.

How will I manage road transportation?

Managing road transportation involves utilizing the basic components effectively and
efficiently to achieve the desired performance indicators. Here are some ways to manage road
transportation using the indicators and basic components:

Vehicle maintenance - Regularly maintaining the vehicles to ensure their roadworthiness can
reduce the likelihood of breakdowns and accidents. This will result in a higher percentage of
scheduled trips completed and fewer complaints from customers.
Driver training and development - Investing in driver training and development can help improve
their skills and knowledge in driving and road safety. This can lead to a reduction in accidents and
breakdowns, as well as an increase in customer satisfaction.
Route optimization - Analyzing and optimizing routes can lead to reduced travel times, increased
fuel efficiency, and lower operating costs. This can result in higher productivity, improved on-time
delivery performance, and increased profitability.
Monitoring and tracking - Monitoring and tracking vehicles and drivers can help identify and
address any issues in real-time. This can help improve safety, prevent delays, and reduce the risk of
theft or loss.
Customer feedback and satisfaction - Regularly gathering customer feedback and monitoring
satisfaction levels can help identify areas for improvement and enhance the overall customer
experience. This can lead to increased loyalty, repeat business, and positive word-of-mouth.

By implementing these strategies and focusing on the key performance indicators, road
transportation can be effectively managed to meet the needs of customers, while also ensuring
efficiency, safety, and profitability. Can you fix this and make it more appealing?

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