Transport maintenance depots (TMDs) play a critical role in ensuring efficient logistics operations in Kenya's transportation sector. Randomized field trials were conducted across four regions in Kenya. A total of 120 depots received interventions, while another 120 served as control groups. Data was collected over a one-year period to measure outcomes such as maintenance efficiency and cost savings. The results indicate that the TMDs reduced operational costs by an average of 15% compared to control sites, with significant improvements in vehicle repair times (mean reduction of 20 minutes per vehicle). This study provides empirical evidence on the cost-effectiveness of TMDs and suggests potential savings for the Kenyan transportation sector. Based on these findings, policymakers should consider expanding the deployment of TMDs to further enhance service delivery and reduce operational inefficiencies. Transport Maintenance Depots, Cost-Effectiveness Analysis, Randomized Field Trials The maintenance outcome was modelled as Y₈ₓ=₀+₁X₈ₓ+uᵢ+₈ₓ, with robustness checked using heteroskedasticity-consistent errors.
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