2. Problem
Problem
Auckland’s roads and motorways are seeing increasing congestion
at peak times, delaying efficiency of individuals and businesses
alike.
Problem Statement
To reduce congestion on major Auckland motorways and arterials at
peak times.
3. ProblemTree Roads are congested by too many cars
Causes
Symptoms
Traffic Jams
Long commutes Pollution
Road wear
Road user charges
Too many cars on the road
Limited alternatives to driving
Inefficient public transport
Wide population spread
Perceived uncleanliness of buses
5. Facts &
Statistics
In 2013 82.7% of Commuters travel to work by car
430000 by car as opposed to 44000 by bus or train
Current Auckland infrastructure is limiting – no room for trains
Auckland has a very spread population – come into the city from
several areas
Peak travel commute causes consistent traffic jams and
congestion
Average commute time in peak hours is more than double than
outside of peak hours
PublicTransport is growing,
but commuters still prefer to drive
7. Bus Lanes
Use of existing motorways – no need for new infrastructure
Quick and easy to implement
Buses travel to destinations unimpeded by traffic
Suburban shuttles meet Buses at motorway on ramps, more
shuttles taking on smaller routes
Greater efficiency of current roading network
8. PhoneAp
Personalised travel planner
Update on train, bus, and shuttle departure times
Account balances
Up to date service notifications
Ability to monitor trends – increase routes where needed
Proposals for a complementary
Smartphone application
9. Solution
Reduce average commute time from suburbs to CBD
Better accesibility
More user-friendly
No need to for costly road restructuring, only minor changes
Less congestion = Less accidents
Why is this solution better than
what is currently offered?
11. KPI’s
Traffic accidents during peak times:
Measure public transport usage: people per bus and economic
spending per household
Number of private cars on motorways at peak times
Change in average commute time
How will we measure the success?
12. CSF’s
Reduce the averageAuckland commute time
Reduce spending onAuckland transport
13. Business
Intelligence
Smartphone app - Provide users up to date route information as
well as times etc. Personalised profile to easily choose best route
each day
Provide management information/feedback on common routes,
times and other trends in order to continually improve and update
services.
