Comparing MVRP and SVRP method groups
When planning routes via the API, the following method groups are used:
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MVRP: for optimal order distribution among couriers and route planning.
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SVRP: to optimize the order sequence for a courier's route.
MVRP
Use the MVRP method group when:
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You need to plan deliveries for several cars for today or tomorrow.
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You need to add orders to the existing routes of several cars.
SVRP
Use the SVRP method group when:
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Orders are assigned to couriers outside of RouteQ (manually, by geographical zones, and so on), but the order sequence needs to be optimized for each courier before starting the run.
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The order sequence needs to be recalculated for a route after it started due to refusals, unloading delays, or other circumstances.
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You need to clarify the courier's estimated time of arrival for orders that haven't been delivered yet.
When using the [Add SVRP task] method (https://docs.routeq.com/doc/en/vrp/ref/SingleVehicleRouting/addSVRPTask), specify the vehicle object (instead of the vehicles array in MVRP) in the request body. You can see an example using this method in Single courier routing.