Dashboard
Introduction
The Dashboard Module serves as the operational command center of the Transport Management System. It provides real-time visibility into trip operations, revenue collection, passenger statistics, invoicing, fleet utilization, and vehicle compliance.
The dashboard helps management and operations teams monitor daily activities, identify operational issues, and make informed business decisions using real-time performance indicators.
Accessing the Dashboard
Navigation
- Login to the Admin Console.
- Open the Main Menu.
- Navigate to
Operations. - Click
Dashboard.
The Dashboard page will load with operational and business summary cards.
Purpose of the Dashboard
The Dashboard helps administrators:
- Monitor trip performance
- Track payment collection
- Analyze passenger statistics
- Review invoice performance
- Monitor vehicle utilization
- Track maintenance activities
- Review compliance and renewals
- Support operational decision-making
Dashboard Sections
The Dashboard is divided into the following major sections:
- Payment by Trips
- Passenger Details
- Invoice Overview
- Vehicle Overview
- Vehicle Renewals & Maintenance
Payment by Trips
The Payment by Trips section provides visibility into trip payment collection performance.
Trips Completed with Payment Collected
Displays the number of completed trips for which payment has been successfully collected.
Purpose:
- Revenue Monitoring
- Payment Tracking
- Financial Performance Analysis
Benefits: Helps identify successfully completed and paid trips.
Trips Completed without Payment Collected
Displays the number of completed trips where payment has not yet been received.
Purpose:
- Outstanding Revenue Tracking
- Collection Monitoring
- Revenue Leakage Prevention
Benefits: Helps operations and finance teams identify pending payments.
Total Payment Collected for the Month
Displays the total amount collected during the selected month.
Purpose:
- Monthly Revenue Tracking
- Financial Reporting
- Business Performance Monitoring
Benefits: Provides a quick view of monthly cash collections.
Passenger Details
The Passenger Details section provides an overview of passenger movement and demographics.
Total Passengers
Displays the total number of passengers transported during the selected period.
Purpose:
- Passenger Volume Analysis
- Operational Planning
- Capacity Management
Gender-wise Passenger Distribution
Provides a breakdown of passengers by gender.
Example:
- Male Passengers
- Female Passengers
- Other Categories (if configured)
Purpose:
- Customer Demographic Analysis
- Diversity Reporting
- Compliance Reporting
Invoice Overview
The Invoice Overview section helps finance teams monitor invoice generation and payment status.
Raised
Displays the total number of invoices generated during the selected month.
Purpose:
- Billing Monitoring
- Revenue Planning
Outstanding
Displays invoices that have been generated but remain unpaid.
Purpose:
- Accounts Receivable Tracking
- Payment Follow-up
Benefits: Helps finance teams prioritize collection activities.
Collected
Displays the number or value of invoices that have been paid.
Purpose:
- Revenue Collection Monitoring
- Cash Flow Tracking
Total
Displays the overall invoice volume handled during the selected period.
Purpose:
- Financial Overview
- Billing Analysis
Vehicle Overview
The Vehicle Overview section provides real-time fleet utilization information.
On Duty
Displays vehicles currently assigned and operating on active trips.
Purpose:
- Fleet Utilization Monitoring
- Resource Allocation
Benefits: Shows operational fleet availability.
Under Maintenance
Displays vehicles currently undergoing maintenance or repair.
Purpose:
- Maintenance Tracking
- Fleet Availability Monitoring
Benefits: Helps identify vehicles temporarily unavailable for operations.
Idle Vehicles
Displays vehicles currently not assigned to any trip.
Purpose:
- Resource Optimization
- Fleet Planning
Benefits: Helps improve vehicle utilization and reduce idle assets.
Total Vehicles
Displays the total number of vehicles available in the system.
Purpose:
- Fleet Capacity Monitoring
- Resource Planning
Vehicle Renewals & Maintenance
This section provides information about vehicle compliance and maintenance requirements.
Vehicle Renewals Due Within 15 Days
Displays vehicles with documents or permits expiring within the next 15 days.
Examples:
- Insurance Expiry
- Fitness Certificate Expiry
- Permit Expiry
- Pollution Certificate Expiry
Purpose:
- Compliance Monitoring
- Risk Prevention
Ongoing Maintenance
Displays vehicles currently under maintenance.
Purpose:
- Maintenance Tracking
- Fleet Planning
Expired Documents
Displays vehicles with expired compliance documents.
Purpose:
- Regulatory Compliance
- Risk Management
Benefits: Helps prevent operational disruptions caused by expired documents.
Total Vehicles Affected
Displays the total number of vehicles affected by:
- Expiring Documents
- Maintenance Activities
- Compliance Issues
Purpose:
- Fleet Health Monitoring
- Operational Risk Assessment
Using Dashboard Information
Administrators can use the dashboard to:
- Monitor Revenue: Review payment collections and invoice performance.
- Track Fleet Utilization: Monitor active, idle, and maintenance vehicles.
- Analyze Passenger Trends: Review passenger volume and demographics.
- Improve Collections: Identify unpaid completed trips and outstanding invoices.
- Manage Compliance: Monitor vehicle renewals and document expirations.
Recommended Daily Dashboard Review
- Open Dashboard.
- Review payment collection statistics.
- Check trips completed without payment.
- Review passenger count and demographics.
- Monitor invoice outstanding amounts.
- Check vehicle availability.
- Review maintenance activities.
- Check expiring vehicle documents.
- Follow up on critical alerts.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
The Dashboard provides visibility into:
Financial KPIs
- Total Payment Collected
- Outstanding Payments
- Invoice Collection Rate
Operational KPIs
- Trips Completed
- Passenger Count
- Vehicle Utilization
Fleet KPIs
- Vehicles On Duty
- Idle Vehicles
- Maintenance Vehicles
Compliance KPIs
- Upcoming Renewals
- Expired Documents
- Compliance Status
Best Practices
Always review:
- ✓ Revenue Collection
- ✓ Outstanding Payments
- ✓ Passenger Statistics
- ✓ Fleet Utilization
- ✓ Vehicle Maintenance
- ✓ Compliance Renewals
- ✓ Expired Documents
- ✓ Invoice Status
Module Summary
The Dashboard Module serves as the central business intelligence and operational monitoring hub of the Transport Management System. It provides real-time visibility into revenue collection, passenger movement, invoice performance, fleet utilization, maintenance activities, and vehicle compliance, enabling administrators and management teams to make informed, data-driven decisions for efficient transport operations.