Material traffic flow patterns within the Canadian Forces

The traffic flow pattern of the material distribution activity within the Canadian Forces was evaluated. The aim was to validate the current operation of the material traffic system. Sample transportation data were collected, and the traffic flow pattern and utilisations of the Canadian Forces’ scheduled tractor-trailer units were statistically inferred. Because historical material traffic data were lacking, the material traffic flow pattern for this one-time snapshot of the transportation system did not provide a basis from which any trend on the Canadian Forces’ vehicle utilisation could be established.