ORTEC stated that it has been listed as a representative supplier in the 2026 Gartner ® Vehicle Path Planning and Scheduling (VRS) Market Guide, and indicated that the company is advancing AI-driven planning to support more adaptable and resilient logistics operations.
Zottermeer, Netherlands, October 7th / PRNewswire / -- Global planning and decision support software company ORTEC announced today that it has been listed as a representative supplier in the 2026 Gartner ® Vehicle Path Planning and Scheduling ( VRS ) market guide. ORTEC stated that this recognition comes at a time when logistics organizations are facing increasingly complex operating environments, rising sustainability requirements, and higher customer expectations, while companies are also exploring AI how to improve planning, decision-making, and execution.
ORTEC believes that being selected for this market guide indicates the company's continuous investment in helping organizations to surpass traditional approaches and transition to more intelligent and adaptable logistics operations. As businesses seek solutions that can dynamically respond to disruptions, capacity limitations, and the ever-changing delivery environment, ORTEC believes that its combination of advanced optimization, logistics expertise, and AI driven decision support can help customers create lasting business value.
ORTEC CEO Georgios Sarigiannidis stated: "We are proud to be recognized as a representative supplier in the 2026 Gartner Vehicle Path Planning and Scheduling Market Guide. We believe that this reflects both the trust our customers have in us and the technical and professional capabilities we have built over the decades. Logistics operations are becoming increasingly complex. Organizations no longer need more dashboards, reminders, or decision-making tools; what they need are reliable systems that can eliminate operational noise, automate what can be automated, and help people focus on what is truly important. By combining optimization, AI, and deep logistics expertise, ORTEC helps organizations establish more resilient, efficient, and adaptable operations. We believe that this recognition Gartner strengthens the direction we have chosen and the value we continuously provide to our customers every day."
Gartner defines vehicle route planning and scheduling (VRS) solutions as "applications that create vehicle routes and schedules while taking into account multiple constraints and service requirements, and strive to minimize transportation fleet costs and mileage." Gartner research indicates: "Due to continuous challenges posed by supply chain disruptions, government regulations on emissions, and the expansion of various delivery models, market interest in VRS applications is still growing."
In their key findings, Gartner indicates that the impact of AI is beginning to be reflected in the VRS market: “AI is having a significant impact on the product roadmaps of VRS suppliers, shifting them from focusing on functional enhancements to emphasizing these as core strategic requirements for future development.” Gartner states that most suppliers are already exploring AI agents and generative AI to support roles such as dispatchers, planners, drivers, and customer support.
ORTEC indicates that for customers, partners, and potential clients, the company's inclusion in market guides reflects its professional capabilities, market relevance, and its commitment to innovation driven by AI. In a rapidly evolving logistics environment, organizations need reliable partners to help them navigate complexity, improve performance, and confidently embrace emerging technologies.
The 2026 Gartner Vehicle Path Planning and Scheduling Market Guide is available for Gartner subscribers to view on the Gartner website.
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About ORTEC
ORTEC is a global provider that offers supply chain planning, logistics optimization, and labor management software powered by AI. Since 1981, ORTEC has been helping organizations in various industries to transform operational complexity into better decision-making, more efficient use of resources, and stronger business performance. ORTEC has customers worldwide and operates internationally in Europe, North America, Latin America, the Asia-Pacific region, and other areas. By combining its deep expertise in optimization with practical AI, it helps organizations adapt to changes and make their work processes smoother.
