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Should Your School Build a Transit App?

5 min read

April 27, 2023

Universities

Late last year an article in Govtech detailed the work Georgia Tech students did to create an on-demand transit app for their university. We deeply… Continue Reading

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Safe Ride: A Commitment to Campus Safety

3 min read

April 13, 2023

Universities

In a few short months, a new cohort of college freshmen will be moving on campus, and their parents will be hoping their child won’t… Continue Reading

Meet the Team: Geoff Colbath

2 min read

April 11, 2023

Before coming to TransLoc nearly 1.5 years ago, Geoff worked as a web developer, user experience (UX) designer — including fulfilling the needs for both… Continue Reading

Meet the TransLoc Team: Kim Turner, Senior Product Manager

Meet the Team: Kim Turner

2 min read

April 4, 2023

As our Senior Product Manager, Kim manages all aspects of TransLoc Fixed Route. She meets with customers, goes on in-site visits, and works directly with… Continue Reading

Young female student requesting an on-demand ride using her cell phone.

Why Safe Ride Programs Are a Vital Part of Every Transit Ecosystem

5 min read

February 21, 2023

People

Post-pandemic ridership is rebounding rapidly. According to the American Public Transportation Association’s (APTA) Ridership Trends Dashboard, ridership has seen more than a 70% lift in… Continue Reading

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The Best Transit Conferences to Attend in 2023

7 min read

January 10, 2023

2023 is predicted to be a busy year for in-person events. According to November 2022 research from the US Travel Association, “Nearly eight in 10… Continue Reading

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More Than Just a Rider: Supporting Veterans Through Transit and Beyond

6 min read

November 10, 2022

Equity

Mobility is simultaneously one of the great benefits and great challenges worldwide, no matter the location or the population in need. It uplifts our spirits… Continue Reading

From Yellow Bus to City Bus

3 min read

May 23, 2022

Mobility

How one school system solved the driver shortage problem with the help of TransLoc's support team. The TransLoc app made it easy for students to see routes... Continue Reading

Editorial: Infrastructure Law Funding Rolls Out. Now What?

5 min read

May 10, 2022

Equity

It could take another six months or longer for transit agencies to receive funding from the Infrastructure Law. How are transit agencies ensuring they’re prepared when the money finally hits? Continue Reading

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Beyond Black History Month: Making Mobility Equitable

20 min read

April 25, 2022

Equity

Reflecting on how to carry forward celebrations of Black achievement and actions that support and uplift the Black community today. Continue Reading

two young women using scooters on a city street

Benefits of Multimodal Transportation

5 min read

April 18, 2022

Mobility

Multimodal transit solves a number of common challenges facing public transit providers - while meeting the needs of the community and its diverse population. Continue Reading

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Solving Dispatcher Challenges Through Technology

3 min read

April 6, 2022

Public Transit

Dispatchers play a critical role in ensuring the success of a transit system. Dispatch software offers a holistic view of their day-to-day operations. Continue Reading

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Should Your School Build a Transit App?

Safe Ride: A Commitment to Campus Safety

Meet the Team: Geoff Colbath

Meet the Team: Kim Turner

Why Safe Ride Programs Are a Vital Part of Every Transit Ecosystem

The Best Transit Conferences to Attend in 2023

More Than Just a Rider: Supporting Veterans Through Transit and Beyond

From Yellow Bus to City Bus

Editorial: Infrastructure Law Funding Rolls Out. Now What?

Beyond Black History Month: Making Mobility Equitable

Benefits of Multimodal Transportation

Solving Dispatcher Challenges Through Technology