HASTUS

HASTUS is a configurable suite for planning and operating bus, metro, tram and passenger rail services. It is best suited to public transport authorities and operators managing multiple modes, complex schedules or demanding operating rules. Its breadth is a strong fit for coordinated network operations, but a focused crew-scheduling need may not justify the full suite.

Overview

HASTUS brings planning, scheduling and operations into one software suite, with modules for on-demand transport, customer information and integration. GIRO says its products can be configured around each organization’s needs, and its optimization algorithms account for client-specific business rules. That flexibility matters when standard scheduling assumptions do not fit, though the right configuration will depend on the operator’s operating model.

GIRO says it works with more than 300 public transportation and postal networks worldwide. That scale is relevant for organizations evaluating a platform built for public-service operations, rather than a general-purpose workforce scheduler.

Key features

Planning tools support network redesign and analysis of crowding, coverage, accessibility, ridership and equity. Historical operating data can feed KPI reports and dashboards, including evaluations of cost-reduction opportunities. GTFS schedule imports help synchronize networks and create connections with trains or other agencies’ bus routes. Together, these tools support both service planning and ongoing performance review.

Scheduling optimizers generate vehicle, rolling-stock and crew schedules. HASTUS also supports duty-time rules, qualification tracking and fatigue management, allowing operators to account for workforce constraints alongside fleet requirements. Operations modules cover employee bidding and changes to planned service, which is useful when schedules need to be managed beyond initial creation.

Passenger rail functionality integrates track access, rolling stock, onboard crew and station staff. For demand-responsive services, HASTUS-OnDemand supports automated scheduling, continuous resource optimization, multimodal trips and management of multiple providers. These capabilities make the suite relevant to operators coordinating different service types; teams that need only a basic timetable or crew tool may have little use for much of this scope.

HASTUS Connect supports data exchange with AVL, APC, ticketing and other systems, and is included with every installation at no extra charge. That reduces a separate integration-tool cost, although the specific value depends on the systems an operator needs to connect.

Customers and booking agents can manage occasional or recurring trips through SelfBooking Web, a responsive web application. The SelfBooking+ mobile app is available on iOS and Android. GIRO says its internal security control framework is based on ISO/IEC 27001:2022 and includes need-to-know access, two-factor authentication and laptop encryption; personal information is hosted in Canada. Client support is available through a service portal, email and telephone.

Pricing

HASTUS is paid software with custom pricing. Organizations need to request a quote to assess whether the suite fits their budget. HASTUS Connect is included with every installation at no extra charge.

Platforms

HASTUS is available on Android, iOS and the web. SelfBooking+ is available on iOS and Android, while SelfBooking Web runs in a responsive browser application.

Who it's for

HASTUS is aimed at public transport authorities and operators worldwide, particularly those coordinating multiple modes, vehicle and crew schedules, or on-demand services. Its planning and analytics tools also suit organizations reviewing coverage, accessibility, ridership and operating costs. A team looking for a narrowly scoped crew scheduler should compare simpler alternatives before committing to a configurable, multi-module suite.

Pros and cons

• Pros: Planning, vehicle, rolling-stock and crew scheduling span several transport modes, giving operators a coordinated set of tools.
• Pros: Client-specific rules, workforce constraints and on-demand resource optimization address operational complexity that a basic scheduler may not cover.
• Pros: HASTUS Connect is included with each installation, and GTFS imports support network synchronization and service connections.
• Cons: Custom pricing requires a quote, so organizations cannot assess cost from a published price.
• Cons: The broad, configurable suite may be excessive for teams that need only crew scheduling or a single operational function.

Alternatives

For a wider comparison, browse Crew Scheduling Software. COMPAS, CrewLogic, ProVerne Crew Management System, RadiantFleet and Signal are paid options available on Android, iOS and the web; CrewLogic also supports Windows, while Signal also lists API access.

AIMS is an airline software alternative with custom pricing and Android, iOS, web and self-hosted platform options. Martide has a free plan and an Operations plan at $249 a month, covering 50 onboard seafarers, with an additional $4.80 / month per extra seafarer and unlimited users; its Recruiting plan has no stated price. Optibus is a paid option with Android, API, iOS and web access, with pricing requested through a demo.

Verdict

Choose HASTUS if your public transport operation needs configurable planning and scheduling across modes, plus integrated support for crews, vehicles and day-to-day service changes. Its breadth and rule-aware optimization are the main reasons to shortlist it; custom pricing and the scope of the suite are reasons to look elsewhere if your needs are limited to one scheduling task.