Lessons

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Include driver age, time of day, and intersection characteristics in the design of red light violation algorithms and warning systems, and their field operational tests.
Date Posted: 12/30/2010 | Source Date:
When deploying ITS for transit service, perform a technology assessment during the planning phase, gather technology operator input, and designate a project manager with adequate decision-making authority.
Date Posted: 12/21/2010 | Source Date:
Develop a long-term ITS vision and use systems engineering processes to successfully manage ITS deployments.
Date Posted: 12/07/2010 | Source Date:
Ensure proper sequencing of ITS deployments with careful consideration to dependencies among projects and utilize a data warehouse to lessen complexity in ITS integration.
Date Posted: 11/17/2010 | Source Date:
Consider developing a data warehouse early on to simplify the integration of subsequent ITS deployments and to efficiently manage operations of interdependent applications.
Date Posted: 11/08/2010 | Source Date:
Reach out to a broad range of stakeholders and deploy early the projects that demonstrate easy-to-see benefits to build momentum for agency’s ITS program.
Date Posted: 10/30/2010 | Source Date:
Tailor the standard systems engineering process model to suit an agency’s ITS deployment scale and needs.
Date Posted: 10/30/2010 | Source Date:
Consider using virtual servers and ensure that all applications use a single database engine in order to reduce time and human capital required to maintain the additional IT infrastructure warranted for ITS.
Date Posted: 10/30/2010 | Source Date:
Commit to testing the new systems thoroughly, develop an acceptance matrix to document status of testing, and perform verification and validation before introducing them to support agency’s transportation operations.
Date Posted: 10/21/2010 | Source Date:
Develop long-term vision and goals for agency’s ITS program and ensure timely completion of long lead-time activities to support future ITS initiatives.
Date Posted: 10/20/2010 | Source Date:
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