YelowSoft TechTalk

Taxi pricing has entered a new era. As regulators tighten rules around surge pricing, fare transparency, and consumer protection, operators are being forced to rethink how they charge for rides. For many fleets, the debate has narrowed to one key question: Should you stick with fixed fares, or adopt dynamic pricing under regulatory limits? The answer is not as simple as choosing one model over the other. In a regulated environment, both approaches come with trade-offs. Understanding these trade-offs is essential for operators who want to stay compliant while still protecting profitability. Understanding Fixed-Fare Pricing in Today’s Market Fixed fares are straightforward. A trip costs the same regardless of demand, traffic, or time of day. For regulators and customers, this model feels predictable and fair. Advantages of Fixed Fares Easy to explain and communicate to customers Minimal risk of breaching surge pricing limits Simple to manage with basic systems Lower likelihood of pricing...

Many taxi businesses still depend on outdated dispatch systems or manual methods.  On the surface, these systems seem to get the job done. But as the business grows, the cracks begin to show. Manual dispatching leaves room for human error.  Even experienced dispatchers can miss important details when they’re under pressure. This leads to common issues like assigning the wrong driver, longer waiting times, or routes that waste time and fuel. Basic software solutions don’t fare much better. They lack intelligence and can’t adapt to real-world conditions. The result? Drivers spend hours sitting idle while potential passengers wait elsewhere. Customers face frustrating delays and unpredictable arrival times. Dispatchers are stuck in firefighting mode, unable to focus on business growth. So, what can be done to overcome such challenges? The solution is simple: businesses must adopt AI-powered dispatch software and make dispatch automation smarter and better.  Enter AI-powered ...