Multi-base fleet architecture reference

1. Step 1

   Operator-licence structure

   Multi-base operators typically hold one operator licence per jurisdiction (Glasgow City Council + Edinburgh + Aberdeen, for example). Some councils issue combined regional licences; most issue per-council. Coordinate licence renewal cycles to avoid expiry-cluster compliance gaps.

2. Step 2

   Per-base pricing configuration

   Each base gets its own pricing rules, fare classes, surcharge structures. Common pattern: shared fare-class definitions across bases with per-base surcharge overrides. TaxiCloud surfaces per-base configuration as first-class objects.

3. Step 3

   Per-base dispatcher seats

   Dispatchers typically operate within their assigned base for ownership clarity. Cross-base bookings hand off to receiving-base dispatcher. Some operators run a centralised 'super-dispatcher' role for after-hours coordination.

4. Step 4

   Cross-base booking transfer rules

   Bookings crossing base boundaries trigger transfer logic — pricing reconciles per-base rules, settlement splits commission per agreed percentage, dispatcher console flags ownership transition.

5. Step 5

   Compliance reporting per area

   Each operating area generates separate quarterly returns automatically. Cross-base bookings preserve under the originating operator licence area for regulator reporting clarity.

6. Step 6

   Cross-jurisdiction patterns

   London + South East: TfL + council coordination. North West M62: Manchester + Liverpool + Warrington under coordinated councils. Cross-border NI + Republic: DVA + NTA dual-jurisdiction with currency handling.

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