Lessons

Latest Lessons Learned Updates

Beware of accuracy and privacy issues in using truck transponder data for developing real-time traveler information applications.
Date Posted: 10/07/2009 | Source Date:
Develop an accurate, map-based fiber network inventory and engage ITS team in the construction approval process.
Date Posted: 09/29/2009 | Source Date:
Estimate life-cycle cost of ITS technologies as part of procurement estimates in order to assess the range of yearly maintenance costs.
Date Posted: 09/29/2009 | Source Date:
Establish a well defined process for monitoring and maintenance before expanding the base of field equipment.
Date Posted: 09/28/2009 | Source Date:
Ensure that Highway Patrol's CAD system operators enter key information needed by the transportation management center operators.
Date Posted: 09/28/2009 | Source Date:
Plan for cellular communications to evolve and transition to new communication technologies every few years.
Date Posted: 09/22/2009 | Source Date:
Secure high level management support and broad participation throughout an organization during the implementation and operation of transit automatic vehicle location systems.
Date Posted: 09/18/2009 | Source Date:
Define a vision for software operations upfront and follow sound systems engineering practices for successfully deploying a complex software system.
Date Posted: 09/17/2009 | Source Date:
Use simple menu choices for 511 traveler information and realize that the majority of callers are seeking en route information while already encountering congestion.
Date Posted: 09/17/2009 | Source Date:
Beware of the limitations of using toll tags in order to calculate travel time on limited access roadways and arterials.
Date Posted: 09/17/2009 | Source Date:
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