Effective scheduling has always played a pivotal role in the pursuit of network profitability.
But with intense competition and pressure on margins, the efficiency and effectiveness of the scheduling process is increasingly the subject of closer and closer scrutiny within airlines.
So how can you be sure that your process is fit for purpose in the face of mounting commercial pressure?
For APM’s commercial director, Michael O’Sullivan, software that complements your scheduling process can prove to be a make-or-break factor for profitability.
Michael explains: “Software shouldn’t simply support an existing scheduling process. Instead it should be an asset that helps airlines transform the way they are able to plan, operate and review schedule performance to maximise margins.”
“At APM, we set out to create a suite of applications that do just that – seamless integration that delivers an effortless user experience which is capable of making a positive contribution to an airline’s bottom-line.”
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In fact, APM has produced an 17-point ‘Scheduling process profitability checklist’ that illustrates how APM’s suite of integrated aviation software enhances the scheduling process.
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Michael continues: “At APM, the integration of our scheduling, crewing, commercial and operational applications with – based on core optimized schedule sets – mean that our software can not only complement scheduling processes but help airlines drive greater efficiencies too.”
“Whether you want to test the most profitable scenarios using ScheduleSim, ProfitSim and CrewSim, or simply manage slots in live production with SchedulePlanner, it’s the combination of feature-rich integration with effortless user experience that’s the recipe for increased network profitability.”
But what’s the benefit to users?
Michael says: “For individual users there are fewer workarounds, fewer application windows to switch between or quit and open, plus instantaneous availability of live data for both production and simulation applications across the APM suite.”
“Put simply – APM means your scheduling process is easier.”
And airlines themselves?
Michael explains: “Integrated scheduling, crewing, flightwatch and commercial applications – built around core schedule sets – enables the swifter flow of accurate, timely and reliable information between teams involved in the scheduling process.”
“Ultimately our applications are a vital aid to both strategic and operational decision-making – whether that’s the planning of the schedule for the whole season or the operation of a single flight.”
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For more information about APM’s suite of scheduling applications visit apmtechnologies.com/software/scheduling/