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Transit Dispatchesby Sasha Pejcic August 21, 2018

How Tech Can Help Transit Unlock Microtransit's Opportunities - Pt. 3

Cost-effective technology solutions that enhance rider experience, grow ridership, and provide actionable data are essential.

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Transit Dispatchesby Sasha Pejcic August 7, 2018

What to Consider When Integrating Private Microtransit Service - Pt. 2

Decisionmakers and planners are increasingly looking to the world of private microtransit to optimize their existing service.

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Transit Dispatchesby Heather RedfernJuly 25, 2018

A Creative Approach to Establishing a Transit System's Safety Culture

Safety must be the top priority of all transportation organizations. Establishing an environment in which everyone — employees and the public — makes safety their first thought before performing any task requires creativity.

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From the Editor'sby Janna StarcicJuly 2, 2018

Lest we forget, we are all human beings

As you may know, I like to use this column to draw attention to transportation-related issues that are important to me, such as climate change, accessibility, and innovation.

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Safety Cornerby Robert HunterJune 29, 2018

Addressing sleep apnea in public transit operations

Sleep apnea is a common disorder affecting nearly 12% of the U.S. population, in which airway blockages cause shortened breaths or pauses in breathing while one sleeps.

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Transit Dispatchesby Sasha Pejcic June 26, 2018

Microtransit and Designing for Integrated Mobility – Pt. 1

Transit agencies across the country are experiencing explosive growth in demand for accessible transit ridership...

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Transit Dispatchesby Heather RedfernJune 12, 2018

Transit Investment Feeds Economic Boom, Resulting in New Funding Needs

Investment in mass transit leads to many rewards — for the region served by a transportation authority; for the passengers who use transit to get to work, school, appointments, shopping and recreational destinations; and for communities located near transportation stations and hubs.

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Transit Dispatchesby Vish PalekarJune 11, 2018

Electric Bikeshare: Expanding the Possibilities of Public Transportation

It’s increasingly apparent that even the most extensive public transit systems still fall short in providing end-to-end solutions...

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Transit Dispatchesby Jim PoolmanJune 6, 2018

The State of Retirement for Transportation, Material Moving Workers

The economy largely depends on the transportation industry to keep people, and things, on track. Workers in this industry employ seven percent of America’s workforce and are expected to grow six percent by 2026, according to the Bureau of Labor and Statistics.

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Safety Cornerby Louie MaielloMay 24, 2018

How Training Bus Instructors Can Improve Time Management During Skill Development

Have you ever found yourself nearing the end of your training day and realized you may not have ample time left ...

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How to Ensure New Mobility Services Make City Life Better, Not Worse

A recent headline in the Chicago Tribune read: “Driverless cars may make traffic worse, not better.”

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Safety Cornerby Mike AndersonMay 15, 2018

How Transit Managers Can Stop the Blame Game to Create a Culture of Safety

When a bus is in an accident or experiences a mechanical issue that causes service delays, the incident typically prompts an investigation...

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