Routing & Distribution    Many organisations today that manage fleets, a mobile sales force, or a field force face many challenges. Included in these challenges are reducing costs, and improving customer satisfaction. Microsoft Virtual Earth includes advanced routing optimisation that save 10% or more in transportation costs and provide a return on investment inside 18 months.   The Microsoft Virtual Earth platform provides an intuitive mapping interface. Dispatchers use the Virtual Earth solution to visually follow trucks, monitor traffic situations, reroute vehicles, and reduce delivery times.  Customers are more satisfied with this new service, especially if they can track their own shipments through a secure Web portal.