CommuTrans is a proposed on-demand carpooling service that uses mobile devices and GPS tracking to connect passengers and drivers. It aims to reduce traffic congestion and pollution by making carpooling more convenient. Users can request or offer rides through a mobile app, and a point system incentivizes participation. The service intends to partner with mobile carriers and governments to launch, generating revenue through user fees and advertising.

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Background
Technology and people’s interaction with technology have changed dramatically particularly
in the past few years. The birth of social networking web sites such MySpace, Friendster,
video sharing web sites such as YouTube and Dailymotion, and e-commerce web site such as
eBay and Amazon indicates that people are open to embrace new technology as a part of their
daily life. Something unimaginable five years ago, became a reality today.
Nowadays, where can you go without your mobile phone? Research has shown forgetting the
mobile phone at home could causes anxiety to people.
The following venture, will take advantage of the latest technology to solve the most obvious
problems that we are facing today … global warming and traffic congestions.
Introduction
CommuTrans on an on demand car pooling service that will revolutionize transportation. It is
easier, more convenience, and safer to share a ride to work, home or school.
Employing the latest telecommunication and tracking technologies available, the service will
solve existing traffic congestion we are facing today. It will help reduce pollutions and reduce
traveling cost. Carpooling will never be the same again!
How It Works
1. A Passenger equipped with compatible mobile device make a request for pickup. The
request will contain the source and destination of as well as Passenger ID.
2. Drivers with compatible device who are within the vicinity of the Passenger and is
traveling on the same direction as the Passenger’s destination is able to see a list of
pick ups on a map view.
3. Interested drivers can view brief description of potential Passenger. By pressing a
button, the Driver can choose to offer a ride.
4. The Passenger receives notification of Pick Up Offer. The Passenger is informed of
Driver’s name, Car and Rating.
5. Passenger can choose to travel with this Driver or reject and wait for the next offer.
6. Once the passenger got in the car, both Passenger and Driver send a Picked Up
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7. Once the Passenger is dropped off, both Passenger and Driver send a Safe Drop Off
notification.
Service Offering
To be eligible to use the service, both the Passengers and Drivers must register on
CommuTrans web site. Proof of identification is required for all customers for safety and
security purposes. The customers can be both Passenger and Driver. Initial fees may apply.
CommuTrans as a Community
Trust between Drivers and Passengers is a big factor when people decide to adopting the
service. The CommuTrans web site allows users to get connect and form a community. They
have the ability to rate and give reference to each other.
Point System
Passengers are only able to request a ride if they have sufficient point in their account. Points
can be purchased or accrued by offering a ride.
Benefits to the Driver
Drivers can exchange their points for cash or use the point for their next trip.
Control Mechanism
Customers have control whether they want to pick up or be picked up.
Drivers can make themselves available to pick up. Drivers who wish to pick up must enter
the destination they are traveling to.
Passengers who wish to be picked up must enter their location and destination of travel.
Safety
Satellite GPS tracking help ensure safety for both Drivers and Passenger. Each trip is
monitored from the Control Centre to ensure each trip arrives safely at the specified
destination.
Trips that do not arrive at specified destination at the estimated time with due traffic
conditions will be followed up.
Why would people use it?
There maybe concern regarding safety of the passenger and driver. If this is the case, one can
ask, why do people use taxi? Why do people buy products from eBay where payment is
received by the sellers prior to the product being shipped?
People will use the service because it’s cheap, convenience and all necessary precautions are
available to the Passengers and Drivers to be able to make decision on their travel.

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Technology Platform
By using the latest mobile devices readily available in the market makes it easier and cost
effective to adopt.
Mobile phone manufacturers are increasingly including GPS feature in their devices. A
proprietary software application is to be developed to work with various devices.
Proprietary device is also an option.
Potential Partners
- States and Federal government
This service will save the government on building new road infrastructure. It will bring
benefit to the community as a whole.
- Mobile phone providers
This service heavily relies on mobile phone services. A deal can be made with a mobile
phone provider to offer service exclusively to their customers. Customers of other carrier will
incur higher charges.
Revenue Channel
- Passenger will need to purchase points or credit in order to use the service.
- Selling of GPS devices.
- Offer the platform to advertisers.
- Commission from mobile phone carrier.
- Advertising on CommuTrans web site.
Contact Detail
Chhai Thach
Mobile: +61 431 702 975
Email: thachc@gmail.com