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Optimize route and waypoint sequence

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Optimize route and waypoint sequence - Amazon Location Service

Optimize routing

Optimization criteria for when calculating a route. This can either be the fastest route measured by time or the shortest route measured by distance.

Option

Description

Measurement

Fastest Route

Calculate the fastest route, focusing on minimizing travel time. This takes into account traffic conditions, road speed limits, and other factors.

Time

Shortest Route

Calculate the shortest route, minimizing the distance traveled. This is often used when distance is the key factor, such as reducing fuel costs or emissions.

Distance

Optimize waypoint

Optimization criteria for sequencing waypoints in a route.

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