Train preparation and despatch

RailSmart MCA simplifies the train preparation process by allowing operators to digitally capture and create train lists using the mobile app. This digital consisting feature reduces the time needed to manually prepare paperwork and ensures that all train data is accurately recorded.

Key features:

• Mobile app consisting – create and manage train lists on the go with the RailSmart MCA app.
• Accurate data capture – capture locomotive numbers, wagon numbers, and train weight digitally.
• Efficiency in train prep – reduce the time spent preparing trains by automating list creation.
• Train formation integration – seamlessly connect with RailSmart Departure Board to provide control staff with real-time train formation data.

RailSmart MCA enables operators to depart and arrive trains directly within the app, providing real-time updates to the TRUST system. This feature ensures that all movements are accurately tracked and recorded, improving overall train despatch efficiency.

Despatch features:

• Depart and arrive trains – manage train movements in real-time from the app, reducing the need for manual updates.
• TRUST integration – automatically update the TRUST system with departure and arrival data for seamless tracking.
• Improved operational visibility – gain real-time insights into train movements and performance.

RailSmart MCA integrates directly with the TOPS system, allowing operators to submit consists and view or download train documents within the app. This integration simplifies the management of train formation data and ensures that all train movements are accurately documented.

Integration features:

• Direct TOPS integration – submit train consists and view documents from within the app.
• Real-time document access – download and review train documents instantly, reducing preparation delays.
• Efficient train management – ensure that all train movements are recorded accurately and consistently.

RailSmart MCA allows operators to re-use train formations based on inbound services, significantly speeding up the preparation process for regular freight services. This feature reduces manual data entry and helps operators quickly prepare outbound trains without delays.

Train formation features:

• Efficient train re-use – create new train formations from previously arrived services with minimal effort.
• Reduced preparation time – shorten the time needed to prepare trains for departure, leaving more time for safety checks.
• Consistent data handling – ensure accurate and consistent train data across services.

The solutions enhances data accuracy providing up-to-date train formation information for better service.

This gives better insights into preparation times at key locations like yards, ports, and terminals to uncover potential bottlenecks.

• Progress view – monitor real-time train preparation and despatch performance.
• Reporting tools – analyse trends in train prep locations to uncover delays and issues with loading.