Intelligent Infrastructure - Transit Management - Operations & Fleet Management Operations and Fleet Management http://www.itsoverview.its.dot.gov/TM.asp ITS Benefits >> Implementation of an adaptive transit signal priority system resulted in 5 percent reductions in running time and 18 to 32 percent reductions in bus intersection delays in San Mateo County.01/31/2013 09:39:39 AMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2013-00819?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Improve passenger information accuracy and reduce redundant hardware without overwhemling communications capacity, by integrating adaptive traffic signal priorty and dynamic passenger information systems into existing AVL/ACS systems on transit vehicles.01/31/2013 09:39:34 AMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2013-00818?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Provide at least the recommended minimum distance between a GPS antenna and a radio antenna on a transit vehicle.12/31/2012 10:52:37 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/ID/66BF343CC3EECBB985257998006B801E?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Allow one agency to be in charge of the procurement process when implementing ITS technologies designed to coordinate services between urban and rural transit systems.12/31/2012 10:51:11 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/ID/1972F1F2444C414285257998004E5B1B?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Analysis of optimal bus stop spacing based on archived automatic vehicle location data shows potential savings of $100,000 per year on one route. 10/02/2012 08:31:19 AMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00730?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Costs >> Capital costs to implement ITS fare collection systems for bus rapid transit (BRT) ranged from $2 million to $6 million.09/06/2012 01:47:53 PMhttp://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/ITS/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2012-00264?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Transit operations decision support systems (TODSS) reduce false and low priority incident reports sent to dispatchers by 60 percent, allowing dispatchers to focus on higher priority incidents.11/14/2011 06:13:28 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00714?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Define clear goals for a comprehensive transit ITS deployment program and track the achievement of those goals to evaluate program's success.11/09/2011 09:54:15 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/FAEB49A85E24E1FE8525793E00103E9C?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> In deploying a comprehensive transit ITS program, develop strategies and requirements for planning, procurement, implementation, and ongoing operations.11/09/2011 09:54:10 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/6C9B7712AD383F7A8525793E000C15C8?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Costs >> Deployment of an Advanced Public Transit System (APTS) for a mid-size transit system costs $150,000.07/29/2011 09:20:15 AMhttp://www.itscosts.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/SC2011-00216?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Two thirds of bus tracking website users said they used transit more frequently because of the availability of real-time information.07/26/2011 05:07:03 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00715?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Data archive warehousing pays for itself in less than 1.4 years and scheduling software saves almost four weeks per year for operations planners.07/26/2011 04:59:52 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00713?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Cameras on buses and in facilites improve rider and driver sense of security and reduce insurance claims paid to passengers, while scheduling software saved $1 million in labor costs.07/25/2011 12:03:58 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00711?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> In rural Pennsylvania, demand-response service vehicles experienced a nine percent increase in overall on-time performance and over five percent decrease in non-revenue miles traveled.07/02/2011 06:32:47 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00710?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Overtime hours for drivers reduced and no staff increase necessary to handle over 10 percent increase in transit ridership over six years.07/02/2011 04:44:39 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00709?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Forty-five percent reduction in complaints by paratransit riders, 50 percent less missed trips due to mechanical problems, and a new trip planning tool for fixed-route riders introduced as part of ITS deployment in Reno.07/02/2011 04:25:16 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00708?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Automatic vehicle location (AVL) on Reno buses leads to nearly four percent increase in on-time performance for paratransit services and more comprehensive schedule adherence data to create more accurate schedules.07/02/2011 03:57:41 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00707?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Estimated reduction of 9.37 million personal vehicle miles traveled and 4,252 metric tons of CO2 from increased transit ridership in Reno, Nevada.07/02/2011 02:44:09 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00706?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Joint deployment of scheduling software and Automatic Vehicle Location/Mobile Data Terminals (AVL/MDT) increased ridership and quality of service for two rural transit providers.06/30/2011 03:30:59 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00703?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Implementation of ITS with AVL, real-time passenger information, and electronic fare media in a mid-sized transit system resulted in a minimum 3.9:1 benefit/cost ratio.06/30/2011 01:27:51 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2011-00701?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Integrated transit ITS technologies for a flexible-route transit service reduced the amount of time required to arrange passenger pick-up or drop-off off the fixed route from two days to two hours.12/30/2010 03:08:12 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2010-00656?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> When deploying ITS for transit service, perform a technology assessment during the planning phase, gather technology operator input, and designate a project manager with adequate decision-making authority.12/21/2010 11:39:57 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/96C78F9BA7EF18668525780000016C3F?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Benefits >> Implementation of radio system combined with AVL/MDT technology leads to increase in trip productivity and better vehicle maintenance in a large service area with low population density.08/31/2010 04:12:23 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2010-00642?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Provide ITS training for transit systems managers, operators, and maintenance personnel when deploying Advanced Public Transportation Systems.08/26/2010 11:53:29 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/Lesson?OpenForm&9F07B018886D3DEA85257785006ED474^HomeITS Benefits >> New Mexico's scheduling/billing sofware leads to better customer service, more efficient reporting and billing, and better coordination between transportation providers and funding agencies.06/10/2010 12:26:07 PMhttp://www.itsbenefits.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/SummID/B2010-00639?OpenDocument&Query=Home