name: scheduling-logic-and-optimization description: Logic for managing technician schedules, travel times, and resource allocation.

Scheduling Logic & Resource Management

The "Weekly Planner" in Digital Befaring requires intelligent scheduling beyond a standard calendar.

Core Components

1. Technician Availability

• Work Hours: Standard 08:00 - 16:00.
• Absence/Vacation: Integration with HR/Absence logs.
• Buffer Times: Mandatory gaps between jobs for administrative tasks.

2. Travel Time Estimation

• Geocoding: Convert addresses to Lat/Long using Google Maps/OpenStreetMap API.
• Travel Loops: Optimize the technician's route for the day (Simplified Traveling Salesman).
• Buffer: Add 15-20% travel time buffer for traffic in Bergen (especially Danmarksplass/Fløyfjellstunnelen).

3. Allocation Constraints

• Skill Matching: Some technicians might only do air-to-air, others air-to-water (Varmepumpemontør vs. Rørlegger/Elektriker).
• Equipment: Does the job require a lift? Ensure the technician has access to one that day.

Conflict Resolution

• Double Booking: Block assigning two jobs at the same time.
• Encroachment: Warn if a job is likely to run over and affect the next appointment.

Business Logic Patterns

• Drag-and-Drop: Logic for updating start/end times via UI movements.
• Recurring Jobs: Service/Maintenance intervals (e.g., every 2 years).