Efficiency Gains in Boston’s Snow Plowing Operations

The Field Lab partnered with the City of Boston to evaluate opportunities for improving efficiency in municipal snow plowing operations.

Project Partner

City of Boston

Project Summary

Students analyzed operational practices, deployment strategies, and cost drivers associated with winter storm response. The team assessed equipment utilization, staffing patterns, and route management to identify opportunities for improving response time while controlling expenditures.

Area of Focus

The team examined operational efficiency metrics, cost containment strategies, fleet utilization patterns, and service delivery models for municipal snow removal operations.

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