3)Research to Realize More Effective Logistics System with Probe Vehicle Data

Abstract

This study conducted FOTs (Field Operational Tests) on data acquisition and utilization for three use cases: (1) ascertaining the occurrence of waiting time and sharing with related parties, (2) checking daily inspection items using vehicle data, and (3) measuring load weight and tire data to ensure legal compliance and safety, and identified the issues towards implementation and considered countermeasures, with the aim of utilizing various types of data related to vehicle and probe information to improve operational efficiency and ensure safety in truck logistics. Through the verification of the hypotheses via the FOTs and discussions with carriers and related businesses based on the results of the FOTs, each use case was evaluated highly from the perspective of its usefulness in improving the efficiency of trucking operations and ensuring safety. On the other hand, since each use case is still at the concept level and the considerations towards implementation are still in their infancy, it will take a considerable period of time before practical application, as there are various technical, business, and legal issues to be addressed in the detailed considerations. In order to create the environment and momentum towards practical application, it is necessary to promote awareness of each use case and to create related organizations and businesses that will serve as promoters.