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# Introduction to PlanSmart

**PlanSmart** is the AI route optimization feature in OutSmart.

It helps you plan field work more efficiently.

PlanSmart calculates the best route order for work orders.

It uses travel time, distance, and employee availability.

### What you do with PlanSmart

* optimize daily routes automatically
* reduce travel time and fuel use
* balance work more effectively across employees

### What you need first

Before you start, make sure you have:

* an active **Planning AI** Power-Up
* employees with a valid start location
* working hours and availability set up
* work orders with usable address data

### How PlanSmart works

The basic flow is simple:

1. Activate PlanSmart.
2. Complete the setup wizard.
3. Select work orders on the planboard.
4. Start route optimization.
5. Review and approve the result.

### Important to know

* PlanSmart works best with complete address data.
* Missing coordinates can block or weaken results.
* Employee schedules directly affect route feasibility.

### Related topics

* [**PlanSmart (AI Routeplanner)**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups/plansmart-ai-routeplanner.md)
* [**OutSmart packages**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/marketplace/outsmart-packages.md)
* [**Power-Ups**](/marketplace-packages-and-power-ups/power-ups.md)


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