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3 Mobile Facts and Their Impact on Public Transit

3 min read

September 28, 2013

Technology

Smartphones are no longer a coveted accessory; rather, they are a reality to be reckoned with. While some transit organizations are adjusting to mobile realities quicker than others, there is much to be gained in giving mobile the attention it deserves. Continue Reading

Budget Cuts In Transit, Ways To Make Up The Difference

2 min read

August 30, 2013

Transit Planning

It’s no secret that transit funding is low, but the gulf between the House and Senate proposals indicates that reductions from the current budget levels will be approved…whenever they get around to it. Continue Reading

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Why People Ride Transit In Some Places But Not In Others

3 min read

August 6, 2013

Transit Planning

Can agencies in younger cities do anything to nurture increased ridership, or is their success bound to their external surroundings? Continue Reading

6 Questions To Ask Before Your Campus Invests In Real-Time Bus Tracking

4 min read

July 30, 2013

Universities

Investing in real-time bus tracking on your campus is no small decision. So finding a provider that gives accurate, reliable, accessible service is crucial. But how do you know where to start? Continue Reading

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Auburn’s Tiger Transit Earns Their Stripes

3 min read

July 23, 2013

Universities

Tiger Transit, Auburn University’s transportation system, has a vision to emerge as one of America’s premier university transit systems. Continue Reading

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Mobile Real-Time Transit Information Helping N.C. Center for the Blind – An Interview

7 min read

July 16, 2013

Technology

TransLoc’s mobile real-time transit information is revolutionizing transit not only for the general public, but also for riders with disabilities. Continue Reading

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Interview With Catherine Clarke: Why She Bought Her Smartphone For TransLoc

5 min read

July 9, 2013

Technology

When we found out that local transit rider, Catherine Clarke, bought her smartphone specifically to use TransLoc’s mobile app, we had to hear more. Continue Reading

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4 Impacts Of Mobile Real-Time Passenger Information

2 min read

July 3, 2013

Technology

Real-time passenger information (RTPI) benefits both riders and transit agencies, but oftentimes research focuses on agencies when more emphasis should be placed on riders. Continue Reading

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Top 8 Reasons People Give Up On Public Transit

3 min read

June 18, 2013

Transit Planning

One late bus or missed connection can negatively impact a rider’s decision to use transit in the future, and research shows that bus delays often cause people to give up on public transportation all together. Continue Reading

3 Steps Toward Better Communication With Riders

5 min read

June 11, 2013

Transit Planning

It’s essential to take a hard look at your external communications by getting out of the office and into the minds of your riders to see if the way you’re communicating really aligns with their needs. Continue Reading

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3 Mobile Facts and Their Impact on Public Transit

Budget Cuts In Transit, Ways To Make Up The Difference

Why People Ride Transit In Some Places But Not In Others

6 Questions To Ask Before Your Campus Invests In Real-Time Bus Tracking

Auburn’s Tiger Transit Earns Their Stripes

Mobile Real-Time Transit Information Helping N.C. Center for the Blind – An Interview

Interview With Catherine Clarke: Why She Bought Her Smartphone For TransLoc

4 Impacts Of Mobile Real-Time Passenger Information

Top 8 Reasons People Give Up On Public Transit

3 Steps Toward Better Communication With Riders