ZenduBUS (Shuttle) User Guide
By GoZen
Introduction
ZenduBUS is a software application that equips school and shuttle administration (managers) with the ability to create Bus Routes - giving real-time notifications and updates on the bus location and arrival.
The ZenduBUS mobile app is a simple and effective way to deliver school bus data while increasing student safety.
Function
How does it work?
The ZenduBUS application works by communicating with telematic hardware installed on the buses. The hardware will transmit real-time data of the bus activity/location along with various other information. This information will be gathered and relayed into the application for parents and passengers to easily digest.
The ZenduBUS solution has two services:
1. School
2. Shuttle
Depending on the service purchased, the experience and setup will vary.
Common questions and concerns that can be answered by ZenduBUS
● “I want to know when the bus is running late or canceled”
● “What time will the bus arrive at my stop?”
● “Is my child on the bus?”
● “Did my child get off the bus? If so, where?”
Why do schools and shuttles use ZenduBUS?
● “I want to reduce inquiries and calls regarding bus activity”
● “I want to monitor bus activity for safety and operational purposes”
● “I want to increase school and shuttle bus adoption by providing a positive and experience”
ZenduBUS Terminology
Traveller: This is the individual who will be on and off-boarding the school bus (i.e. Student)
Guardian: This is the individual who is responsible for the “Traveller” and will be monitoring the school bus and student activity via the ZenduBUS App.
Waypoint: Waypoints are specific points or locations set by a user to define a customized route that deviates from the automatically generated path. By adding waypoints, users can direct the navigation system to follow a particular course, bypass certain areas, or include specific destinations along the journey, providing greater control over the route taken.
Add-in Setup
To manage ZenduBUS routes and users, you will need to first setup the Add-in on your MyGeotab™ account.
What is an “Add-in”?
An add-in, also known as an add-on or plugin, refers to a software component that adds specific features or functionality to an existing application or program. It is designed to extend the capabilities of the host application and provide additional tools or services.
To add the ZenduBUS Add-in, follow these steps:
1. Login to your MyGeotab™ Account
2. Navigate to System > System Settings
3. Click the “Add-Ins” tab
4. Set Allow unverified Add-Ins to “Yes”
5. Click “+ Add-In”
6. Copy and paste the following into the text field under the Configuration tab
{
"name": "ZenBUS",
"supportEmail": "support@zenduit.com",
"version": "1.0.0",
"items": [
{
"url": "https://zendu-bus-eta.firebaseapp.com/assets/geotab-addin.html",
"path": "",
"menuName": {
"en": "ZenBUS",
"fr": "ZenBUS"
},
"icon": "https://storage.googleapis.com/zenduit-icons/BusETA.svg"
}
],
"isSigned": false
}
7. Click “OK” to add your add-in to the list
8. Click “Save” on the top left to finish the installation
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Now the Add-in should be installed and you can find the ZenduBUS application on the side menu bar on your MyGeotab™ account.
System Setup - Shuttle Service
Route Configuration
1. Navigate to the “Routes” tab.
2. Select “+ Add Routes”.