Six Low-Cost Ideas for Transit Employee Appreciation Day
Finding and retaining skilled transit employees is one of the most significant challenges facing public transportation today. With many transit agencies reporting driver and operator shortages, retention strategies are a hot topic at industry conferences and meetings. But how do you encourage loyalty, reward excellent performance, and show appreciation to [...]
How to Protect Video Evidence in the New Age of Data Security
Public transit systems are no longer just about buses, trains, and ferries. In today's digital age, they're complex networks powered by technology. From advanced ticketing systems and infotainment displays to video surveillance and access control tools, public transit agencies collect a vast amount of data on their riders to [...]
5 Essential Tips for Reviewing Your Video Surveillance Footage
Having access to the right video footage when you need it can be a game-changer. It can exonerate an innocent driver from a false claim, help resolve on-board discipline or bullying issues, and provide clarity on incidents. But to make this happen, your video system needs to work smoothly, [...]
June National Safety Month: Tips to Enhance Your Public Transit Safety Practices
June is National Safety Month. For those of us in the public transit industry, it’s a prime opportunity to reflect on our practices, embrace new safety protocols, and commit to creating a safer environment for drivers and passengers. Emphasizing Driver Safety Transit drivers are the backbone of the public [...]
5 Ways Video Mirror Systems Enhance Public Transportation Safety
Testimonials by: Harry Respass, Transportation Instructor at the Maryland Transit Administration Harry has spent years training operators on best practices for safety and efficiency. With firsthand experience of the challenges transit drivers face daily, he offers valuable insight within this blog post, into how emerging technology—like video [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Using AI to Power Next-Generation Public Safety, Transit and School Bus Platforms
Earlier this year we announced an exciting new partnership with Rekor Systems, the global AI technology company that provides roadway insights for safer, smarter, and more efficient cities. The partnership is part of the Safe Fleet commitment to innovation in the public safety, transit and school bus markets. Let’s take [...]
The AI-Powered Future of Transit Safety: A Sneak Peek into APTA EXPO 2023
Redefining Transit Safety and Efficiency In 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 [...]
AI in Public Transit
Smart-Cities / AI / Unified Security Systems Smart cities are becoming “a thing” in today’s world. A BIG thing, actually, as numerous cities throughout the United States have already implemented AI-backed systems that, by integrating together with various institutions seamlessly, make city management better. On a large scale, unified, [...]
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 [...]
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 [...]
Empowering Paratransit Agencies and Riders with Technology
Paratransit vehicles are an essential part of every city in the US; and in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), not only an essential but mandatory part of most transit agencies[1]. Paratransit Services Today The need for paratransit is rising. The MTA in New York City reports their [...]
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 [...]
