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<item><title>ITS Costs >> Costs to deploy an Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) system in Minneapolis for ten years is estimated at $3.96 million.</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Corridor Management: Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation for the I-394 Corridor in Minneapolis, Minnesota (November 2010)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>10/31/2012 01:37:11 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2012-00270?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Benefits >> Simulated deployment of Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) technologies on the I-394 corridor in Minneapolis show a benefit-cost ratio of 22:1 over ten years.</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Corridor Management: Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation for the I-394 Corridor in Minneapolis, Minnesota (November 2010)          ITS Benefits Database     http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>10/31/2012 01:33:09 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2012-00804?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Benefits >> Collisions on I-5 in Washington State have been reduced by 65-75 percent in a 7.5 mile corridor where an active traffic management system was deployed.</title><description><![CDATA[The  Congestion Report Gray Notebook Special Edition WSDOT’s comprehensive analysis of system performance on state highways, (November 19, 2010)          ITS Benefits Database     http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>10/31/2012 01:33:06 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2012-00803?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Benefits >> A multi-jurisdictional emergency response crew in the Phoenix metropolitan area provides services to six cities with a benefit-cost ratio of 6.4:1.</title><description><![CDATA[The Collaborative Advantage: Realizing the Tangible Benefits of Regional Transportation Operations Collaboration (August 2007)          ITS Benefits Database     http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>10/02/2012 08:31:58 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2012-00792?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Enhance traffic flow in a regional, multi-state corridor by using vehicle probes to monitor real-time traffic conditions. </title><description><![CDATA[I-95 Corridor Coalition - Vehicle Probe Project General Benefits White Paper  (August 12, 2010)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>09/16/2010 10:01:14 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;C1E37478EB0720418525779F0050CDE5^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Use vehicle probes to monitor traffic cost-effectively, manage incidents and queue ups proactively, reduce delays, and increase traveler satisfaction along multi-state transportation corridor.</title><description><![CDATA[I-95 Corridor Coalition - Vehicle Probe Project General Benefits White Paper  (August 12, 2010)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>09/16/2010 09:59:30 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;DAFB1174CC8873148525779F0050615D^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Follow a modular approach when deploying complex projects in locations with a shortened construction season.</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Corridor Traffic Management Final Evaluation Report  (April 2000)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>07/08/2010 11:35:37 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;DE15F990C72500BD8525775000504F08^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Develop a regional ITS architecture with a common data server to facilitate ITS integration in a region</title><description><![CDATA[Deploying and Operating Integrated Intelligent Transportation Systems: Twenty Questions and Answers  (2001)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>05/19/2010 10:16:41 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;DA3CBCAD9B61086285257727007D52E5^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Use non-proprietary software  for ITS projects to ensure compatibility with other ITS components</title><description><![CDATA[Deploying and Operating Integrated Intelligent Transportation Systems: Twenty Questions and Answers  (2001)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>05/17/2010 03:03:33 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;43EA5AC14B1E2570852577260054AFC6^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Use Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation (AMS) to identify gaps, determine constraints, and invest in the best combination of Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) strategies.</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Corridor Management: Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation Results for the Test Corridor (September 2008)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>12/11/2009 12:20:18 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;43CAB9C9CAF3435B8525767800548502^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> Planning-level studies indicate that an effective combination of ICM strategies can be implemented for $7.5 Million per year (annualized capital and O&amp;M).</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Corridor Management: Analysis, Modeling, and Simulation Results for the Test Corridor (September 2008)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>11/30/2009 03:55:47 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2009-00194?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Benefits >> Integrated Corridor Management (ICM) strategies that promote integration among freeways, arterials, and transit systems can help balance traffic flow and enhance corridor performance; simulation models indicate benefit-to-cost ratios for combined strategies range from 7:1 to 25:1.</title><description><![CDATA[Integrated Approach: Inside story on the ICM test corridor (2009)          ITS Benefits Database     http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>11/06/2009 07:43:10 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2009-00614?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> The cost of O&amp;M at the Arizona TMC was estimated at $2 million per year.</title><description><![CDATA[Transportation Management Center Staffing and Scheduling for Day-to-Day Operations (January 2006)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>09/09/2008 03:47:54 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2008-00161?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> In Lake County, Illinois, TMC physical components cost $1.8 million.</title><description><![CDATA[Lake County TMC Study: Implementation Phasing Plan - Version 2.0 (September 2003)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>09/04/2008 11:48:32 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2008-00158?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> The Pennsylvania (PA) Turnpike Commission expanded its statewide advanced traveler information system (ATIS) to better inform motorists of traffic, weather, and emergency conditions along the PA Turnpike.  The overall project cost was $8.2 million.</title><description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS) Phase III Project  (April 2006)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>08/22/2008 10:39:02 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2008-00168?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> TMC central hardware costs can exceed $200,000 if regional communications and system integration are required.</title><description><![CDATA[Intelligent Transportation System Deployment Analysis System Customization: Technical Memorandum No.4 - Florida-Specific Intelligent Transportation System Deployment Costs Version 2 (5 August 2004)          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>07/08/2008 11:51:44 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2008-00162?OpenDocument&amp;Query=Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Recognize integration issues in Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS) Projects, and follow the systems engineering approach to establish a project's foundation.</title><description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS) Phase III Project  (April 2006)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>03/03/2008 12:53:15 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;52ABFEB1D8A28B58852573FD0058554E^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Recognize staffing and communication needs for Advanced Traveler Information Systems (ATIS) projects.</title><description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS) Phase III Project  (April 2006)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>03/03/2008 12:52:40 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;4CBB11F165FAB986852573FD005727B3^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Lessons >> Assess needs and communication infrastructure capabilities for the design of an Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS).</title><description><![CDATA[Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission's Advanced Traveler Information System (ATIS) Phase III Project  (April 2006)          ITS Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource     http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov]]></description><pubDate>03/03/2008 12:52:30 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;B0DA92635BC905EF852573FD00514BDF^Home</link></item><item><title>ITS Costs >> FDOT District IV budget supports a variety of Transportation Management Center (TMC) programs.</title><description><![CDATA[2006 Annual Report SMART SunGuide Transportation Management Center (TMC).          ITS Costs Database     http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/]]></description><pubDate>02/05/2007 08:18:25 AM</pubDate><link>http://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/0/FD2D9EE0DA5E6DE18525727400659AF0</link></item><item><title>New Benefits Database Entry >> Benefits Analysis for the GDOT NaviGAtor Program: Final Report</title><description><![CDATA[     “Benefits Analysis for the GDOT NaviGAtor Program: Final Report,” prepared for the Georgia DOT Office of Traffic Operations by URS Corporation, Project NH-7713-00(010) TMC Support, August 2006.          ]]></description><pubDate>11/01/2006 04:20:10 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/0/C56D9AB9E2F47E79852572170053B11B?OpenDocument&amp;Query=BWhatsNew</link></item><item><title>New Lessons Database Entry >> Find innovative funding resources to help finance management and operations (M&amp;O) strategies and ITS.</title><description><![CDATA[     Getting More by Working Together - Opportunities for Linking Planning and Operations.  November 2004 .          ]]></description><pubDate>10/11/2006 12:13:40 PM</pubDate><link>http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&amp;ADD62E2288FBD36D8525707E0061C4CC</link></item></channel>
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