6 Advantages of Real-Time Data: Building Tomorrow’s Transit Systems Today
Transit networks are the heart of city connectivity, stimulating the economy, reducing traffic and carbon emissions. Yet, challenges including overcrowding, delays, and safety issues can decrease rider satisfaction and ridership. Public transit is constantly evolving, aiming for safer, more efficient, and seamless operations. As cities expand, transit agencies must [...]
5 Ways Digital Evidence Helps Vulnerable Populations
In recent years, the role of digital evidence in law enforcement has grown significantly. This is especially true when addressing crimes against vulnerable populations, who face a distinct set of challenges and barriers that require thoughtful consideration. Policing these groups demands a specialized approach, as individuals within them often [...]
How to Navigate the Transit Tech Landscape: 5 Steps for a Future-Proof Fleet
Public transit has evolved significantly in recent decades. Technology has played a pivotal role in shaping how people travel, revolutionizing the safety, efficiency, and overall performance of transit fleets. Today, as cities become more connected than ever, industries find themselves struggling to keep up with this dynamic landscape. Staying [...]
From Lab to Street: How to Unleash the Power of AI on Public Transit
Written by: Tom Brodsky VP, Advanced Technology Group Written by: Tom Brodsky VP, Advanced Technology Group Over the past decade, improvements in computational power, including Graphical Processing Units (GPUs), dedicated accelerator chips, and new algorithms and learning techniques, have enabled rapid advances in AI [...]
IACP Recap, AI enables greater evidence accuracy and law’s pivotal role in Smart Cities
Mark Griffin VP of Law Enforcement at Safe Fleet Mark Griffin VP of Law Enforcement at Safe Fleet Every IACP is a success, but having attended more than 20 IACP events, we can confidently say this year’s event was one of the best. [...]
5 Reasons Why Body Cameras Are Essential for Law Enforcement
Enhancing Safety, Accountability, and Public Trust An essential tool for law enforcement agencies worldwide, body cameras provide independent and reliable visual and audio evidence to verify events, document statements, and behaviors, and increase transparency with communities. Receiving praise for their potential to improve transparency, accountability, and public trust and [...]
The AI-Powered Future of Transit Safety: A Sneak Peek into APTA EXPO 2023
Redefining Transit Safety and EfficiencyIn the always-evolving world of urban mobility, one event serves as a spotlight for transit innovation and progress: the American Public Transportation Association (APTA) EXPO.At the upcoming 2023 APTA EXPO and TRANSform Conference in Orlando, FL, a presentation is promising to redefine our understanding of transit [...]
Advocating for a Smart Fleet Management System (Part 2 of 3)
Written by: Don Diego Padilla II A waste industry fleet management veteran for over 30 years, Don Diego Padilla II is Vice President of Sales at Safe Fleet Waste & Recycling, where he spearheads business and customer development activities. Written by: Don Diego Padilla II A waste [...]
Improve Safety and Response to Emergencies — Live-Streaming Inside School Buses
As millions of students in North America travel on a school bus each day, securing their safety is a serious matter. In recent years, school districts have been adopting and implementing the latest, advanced technology features on their school bus fleets to enhance the safety of their riders. From [...]
Cameras on the bus, oh what a sight. . . – a Poem
Written by: Justin Malcom This poem written by our very own Justin Malcolm, Director of Product Management with help from ChatGPT. A fun reminder of the importance of cameras on school buses Camera safety technology is the foundational safety layer every school bus fleet needs [...]
Advocating for a Smart Fleet Management System (Part 1 of 3)
Written by: Don Diego Padilla II A waste industry fleet management veteran for over 30 years, Don Diego Padilla II is Vice President of Sales at Safe Fleet Waste & Recycling, where he spearheads business and customer development activities. Written by: Don Diego Padilla II A waste [...]
Safe Fleet Helps Save Lives, Prevent Injury, and Boost Fleet Productivity
Watch our awesome new video and meet Safe Fleet, the Smart Fleet Safety Company – we think you’ll want to get to know us even better. Another day, another chance to achieve your goals, go to work or school, run errands, or simply enjoy your daily routines. But an [...]
4 Technologies that Can Help Support Transit Agencies in the Event of Liability Claims
Liability claims are a transit agency’s worst nightmare. They can impact daily efficiency, and reputation— and they cost a lot of money. Just last year, the New Jersey Transit agency reached a settlement for two million dollars after one of its buses struck a pedestrian[1]. You only need to [...]
How ALPR Devices Help Mitigate the Impact of Crime in Your Commumity
A vehicle owner's worst nightmare is to have their car stolen. In the US, a vehicle is stolen every 33 seconds. The national vehicle theft rate is 268.2 cars per 100,000 population, which is currently rising[1]. It is also expensive! Vehicle theft is one of the costliest crimes for [...]
Get Increased Ridership and Faster Rides with AI
What if your agency could automatically issue violation notices to vehicle owners who block dedicated bus lanes? Violators would think twice before blocking a lane, making bus routes more effective and getting commuters to their destinations quicker! Living with Traffic Congestion Cities in the US are experiencing a traffic congestion [...]
How to Use Technology to Help Increase Passenger Safety and Reduce Crime on Public Transit
The COVID pandemic has had a huge impact on our society. Transportation is no exception. The number of people traveling by public transit has dropped dramatically since the pandemic began. In fact, in some cities, it's down to half of pre-2019 figures[1]. Most North American cities have not bounced [...]
