Support Assignment of Gates and Check-in Desks

Inadequate infrastructure capacity is a perennial problem in the aviation industry. The hassle and delays experienced by airline consumers can be mitigated through skillful gate and check-in desk scheduling. The Quintiq Airport Planning & Optimization module is designed to support the assignment of gates and check-in desks in airports through all planning stages from long term capacity decision making, to specific gate assignments, to last minute revisions. The module takes into account all applicable rules and constraints, such as arrival patterns, airline rules, airline preferences, handler rules and handler preferences.

Key Features and Benefits

• Improved customer satisfaction - Fewer flight delays and last minute gate changes means improved customers service
• Optimal resource utilization
• Increased flexibility - Quick and easy reassignment of gates to respond to last minute changes and disturbances
• Optimum usage of prime gates and stands