Introductory deck describing Parkofon's unique infrastructure-free technology and value proposition across multiple modes as a provider of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
This document provides an overview of entrepreneurship in the intelligent transportation systems sector over the past decade. It discusses how entrepreneurs have helped drive innovation and transformation in transportation technologies, such as connected and autonomous vehicles, in the same way entrepreneurs revolutionized transportation in previous centuries through innovations like canals, railroads, automobiles, airlines, and more. The document argues that while large corporations and government agencies also play important roles, entrepreneurs are uniquely motivated to take risks and achieve successes that disrupt outdated systems and help transportation systems to continuously evolve. It notes that entrepreneurship will continue to be important for the ongoing transformation of intelligent transportation.
Intelligent transportation systems aim to optimize traffic flow and safety through new technologies. The publication discusses connected vehicle programs in California, using data analytics to optimize traffic light timing for emergency responders, and monitoring remote intersections without much effort. It also examines how the industry can maintain credibility with media coverage of new technologies.
Introductory deck describing Parkofon's unique infrastructure-free technology and value proposition across multiple modes as a provider of Mobility-as-a-Service (MaaS)
This document provides an overview of entrepreneurship in the intelligent transportation systems sector over the past decade. It discusses how entrepreneurs have helped drive innovation and transformation in transportation technologies, such as connected and autonomous vehicles, in the same way entrepreneurs revolutionized transportation in previous centuries through innovations like canals, railroads, automobiles, airlines, and more. The document argues that while large corporations and government agencies also play important roles, entrepreneurs are uniquely motivated to take risks and achieve successes that disrupt outdated systems and help transportation systems to continuously evolve. It notes that entrepreneurship will continue to be important for the ongoing transformation of intelligent transportation.
Intelligent transportation systems aim to optimize traffic flow and safety through new technologies. The publication discusses connected vehicle programs in California, using data analytics to optimize traffic light timing for emergency responders, and monitoring remote intersections without much effort. It also examines how the industry can maintain credibility with media coverage of new technologies.
The document discusses intelligent transportation systems (ITS) which use information technology to make transportation systems more efficient. ITS have been shown to significantly improve transportation system performance by reducing congestion and increasing safety. However, the US lags global leaders like Japan, Singapore, and South Korea in deploying ITS. The document argues that for the US to achieve an effective ITS system, the federal government must take a greater leadership role in both research and development as well as deployment, similar to how it led the development of the interstate highway system.
The document discusses progress in intelligent transportation systems and connected vehicle technology. It notes that the US Department of Transportation will require all new passenger vehicles after 2015 to have connected vehicle technology. It argues that true progress is defined not by individual technologies but by how well systems are integrated and work together through open standards and collaboration between public and private sectors. The distinction between vehicle-based systems and roadside systems is blurring as they become more interconnected through technologies like cloud computing and big data. Cooperation and incremental improvements are more important than any single breakthrough technology.
This document discusses how real-time traffic information is not sufficient to manage traffic congestion. While modern transportation infrastructure provides real-time data on traffic conditions, it cannot anticipate and prevent congestion from occurring. Predictive analytics that integrate historical data with real-time information can forecast traffic issues well in advance, allowing decisions to be made ahead of developing problems and enabling proactive mitigation of congestion. IBM's Traffic Prediction Tool piloted in Singapore uses this approach to provide accurate predictions and recommendations to optimize traffic flow across all modes of transportation.
1) The document discusses Isambard Kingdom Brunel, a 19th century innovator in transportation infrastructure who pushed technological boundaries but whose largest project, the steamship Great Eastern, was too advanced for the technologies of its time.
2) It argues that modern transportation innovations like Integrated Corridor Management and managed motorways are successfully applying lessons from Brunel by optimizing existing infrastructure instead of introducing wholly new systems.
3) Specifically, it suggests prioritizing upgrades that leverage established rights-of-way, integrate different modes of transport, standardize fare payment systems, and collect data to manage traffic flow - rather than pursuing innovations too advanced to be practically implemented.
The Washington State Supreme Court ruled that fleet tracking services should be classified as "information services" rather than "telephone services" for tax purposes. This is an important decision as it means these services will be subject to lower taxes. Specifically:
- Qualcomm's OmniTRACS fleet tracking system transmits vehicle location and status data via satellite. The state classified this transmission component as a taxable "telephone service".
- The Supreme Court reversed, finding the system should be viewed as a whole. It determined the primary purpose is to provide information to fleet managers, making it an "information service" subject to lower taxes.
- This establishes an important precedent that could influence how such intelligent transportation services are tax
This document summarizes the privatization of railroads in Latin America in the 1990s. Political changes towards democracy and encouragement from organizations like the World Bank created a climate open to privatization. Railroads were seen as important to economic development but had deteriorated under state ownership. Countries implemented privatization by targeting railroads, passing laws allowing foreign investment, and using models like leasing or management contracts to transfer control to private operators while retaining ultimate ownership. Early successes with privatization in countries like Mexico and Argentina demonstrated the potential benefits and encouraged further privatizations.
Booz Allen & Hamilton submitted comments in response to the Federal Transit Administration's proposed policy on developing a National Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture. Booz Allen supports the proposed policy and definitions. They emphasize that flexibility and the ability to adapt to changes will be important for successful long-term implementation of ITS. Funding availability could also help alleviate issues with innovative transportation projects.
The document discusses intelligent transportation systems (ITS) which use information technology to make transportation systems more efficient. ITS have been shown to significantly improve transportation system performance by reducing congestion and increasing safety. However, the US lags global leaders like Japan, Singapore, and South Korea in deploying ITS. The document argues that for the US to achieve an effective ITS system, the federal government must take a greater leadership role in both research and development as well as deployment, similar to how it led the development of the interstate highway system.
The document discusses progress in intelligent transportation systems and connected vehicle technology. It notes that the US Department of Transportation will require all new passenger vehicles after 2015 to have connected vehicle technology. It argues that true progress is defined not by individual technologies but by how well systems are integrated and work together through open standards and collaboration between public and private sectors. The distinction between vehicle-based systems and roadside systems is blurring as they become more interconnected through technologies like cloud computing and big data. Cooperation and incremental improvements are more important than any single breakthrough technology.
This document discusses how real-time traffic information is not sufficient to manage traffic congestion. While modern transportation infrastructure provides real-time data on traffic conditions, it cannot anticipate and prevent congestion from occurring. Predictive analytics that integrate historical data with real-time information can forecast traffic issues well in advance, allowing decisions to be made ahead of developing problems and enabling proactive mitigation of congestion. IBM's Traffic Prediction Tool piloted in Singapore uses this approach to provide accurate predictions and recommendations to optimize traffic flow across all modes of transportation.
1) The document discusses Isambard Kingdom Brunel, a 19th century innovator in transportation infrastructure who pushed technological boundaries but whose largest project, the steamship Great Eastern, was too advanced for the technologies of its time.
2) It argues that modern transportation innovations like Integrated Corridor Management and managed motorways are successfully applying lessons from Brunel by optimizing existing infrastructure instead of introducing wholly new systems.
3) Specifically, it suggests prioritizing upgrades that leverage established rights-of-way, integrate different modes of transport, standardize fare payment systems, and collect data to manage traffic flow - rather than pursuing innovations too advanced to be practically implemented.
The Washington State Supreme Court ruled that fleet tracking services should be classified as "information services" rather than "telephone services" for tax purposes. This is an important decision as it means these services will be subject to lower taxes. Specifically:
- Qualcomm's OmniTRACS fleet tracking system transmits vehicle location and status data via satellite. The state classified this transmission component as a taxable "telephone service".
- The Supreme Court reversed, finding the system should be viewed as a whole. It determined the primary purpose is to provide information to fleet managers, making it an "information service" subject to lower taxes.
- This establishes an important precedent that could influence how such intelligent transportation services are tax
This document summarizes the privatization of railroads in Latin America in the 1990s. Political changes towards democracy and encouragement from organizations like the World Bank created a climate open to privatization. Railroads were seen as important to economic development but had deteriorated under state ownership. Countries implemented privatization by targeting railroads, passing laws allowing foreign investment, and using models like leasing or management contracts to transfer control to private operators while retaining ultimate ownership. Early successes with privatization in countries like Mexico and Argentina demonstrated the potential benefits and encouraged further privatizations.
Booz Allen & Hamilton submitted comments in response to the Federal Transit Administration's proposed policy on developing a National Intelligent Transportation Systems Architecture. Booz Allen supports the proposed policy and definitions. They emphasize that flexibility and the ability to adapt to changes will be important for successful long-term implementation of ITS. Funding availability could also help alleviate issues with innovative transportation projects.