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Monday, August 7, 2017

Comparative Analysis of Transportation Network Companies (TNCs) and Conventional Taxi Services in Metro Manila

Abstract: This research presents a comparative analysis of Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) of TNCs vs Conventional Taxis. The key performance indicators include travel speed, reliability, passenger expense, and quality of service. Travel diaries from regular riders of Uber, GrabCar and Conventional Taxi’s ran for 30 days in order to gather data and compare its KPIs. Hence, additional surveys such as: (1) availability of vehicle check and (2) performance indicator survey were also conducted in order to validate.
Based from the results of the travel diary submitted, Uber is faster than GrabCar and Conventional Taxi. In terms of reliability or the number of available vehicles at a specified pick up point, GrabCar dominates Uber and Conventional Taxi. Uber is said to be cheaper than conventional taxis. However, GrabCar was costlier among the three (3) transport modes. Lastly, Uber and GrabCar has better quality of service compared to conventional taxis.
Key words:  TNC, Uber, GrabCar, Conventional Taxi, Key Performance Indicators, Taxi, Travel Speed, Reliability, Passenger Expense, Quality of Service

1.       INTRODUCTION

1.1      Background of the Study

Uber is a popular mode of car sharing in the United States that is currently becoming popular in Metro Manila. GrabCar, on the other hand, provides the same services as Uber and was an added feature in GrabTaxi App. It originated in Malaysia and has start up success in the Philippines. This service is classified by the Department of Transportation and Communications (DOTC) as Transport Network Company (TNC), while their partners are called Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS).

The previous studies and problems from other countries where car-sharing success originated can be used as a basis for upgrading our transport system. Hence, solutions and improvements can be incorporated to TNCs in our country to help further enhance its services.


In order to compare the services and performances of TNCs vs Conventional Taxi, Key Performance Indicators will be used as a measurement. As such, Travel Speed, Reliability, Passenger Fare, and Quality of Service will be used to validate the beneficial impact of TNCs to our transport system. The positive results which translate to a more convenient and safer ride in turn can contribute to a sustainable transportation system.

1.1      Research Problem

Performance indicators of largest TNCs (Uber, & GrabCar) against Conventional Taxi should be checked to compare the quality of service of each mode.

1.2     Objectives

This study has the following objectives:

a)      Identify the role of Uber & GrabCar in our transportation sector and sustainable transport;
b)      To measure performance of existing taxi services versus the newly introduce Transportation Network Vehicle Service (TNVS): Uber and GrabCar;
c)      To formulate recommendations for TNCs as well as for improving conventional taxi services.

1.3     Significance of the Study

Formulate recommendations to TNCs and identify the areas that our existing taxi services has yet to improve.

1.4     Scope and Limitation

The scope of the study includes the following:
a) The study is limited to TNC like Uber & GrabCar, and Conventional Taxis in Metro Manila
b) Study area is limited to Metro Manila
c) The study focuses on the comparison of these three types of transit, namely: Uber, GrabCar, and Conventional Taxi
d) The performance indicators are limited to Reliability, Travel Speed, Passenger Expense and Quality of Service

1.5     Study Framework

Taxi is a public utility vehicle for hire with a driver, used by single passenger or a group of people, and often not shared using a car. It transports passengers to the location of their choice point to point.

Transportation Network Company (TNC) is a company that uses online-enabled application using personal and non-commercial vehicles for car-sharing/ridesharing/resourcing purposes. (Uber, GrabCar, Lyft Etc.)

The study will focus on the Four (4) Performance Indicators in order to compare and analyze the service provided by Uber, GrabCar and Conventional Taxi.


More can be found at this link:
http://ncts.upd.edu.ph/tssp/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/Paronda-et-al.pdf

Result can be downloaded https://independent.academia.edu/ArdenGP

Video Presentation: (About Uber and Taxi)
https://youtu.be/8e-CEAhrg28?t=37m35s
https://youtu.be/68K8seFWxEQ

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