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Description
With extensive experience in contemporary traffic management, SWARCO assists cities and communities worldwide in enhancing their transportation systems to boost efficiency, lower emissions, and elevate the quality of life for residents. This approach to traffic management transcends mere improvements in traffic flow and safety, embracing a comprehensive perspective on mobility. As digital technologies and real-time traffic data analysis become more prevalent, we find ourselves undergoing a significant transformation in this field. For nearly 300 years, traffic management has grappled with two persistent challenges: congestion and road safety, which continue to be pressing concerns today. Modern traffic management solutions leverage digital technology to effectively monitor and control various traffic types. Beyond merely improving traffic flow and safety, these systems also address additional issues such as air pollution, noise, and environmental impacts, showcasing the multifaceted benefits of innovative traffic management practices. Ultimately, this evolution in traffic management is essential for creating sustainable urban environments that prioritize the well-being of all citizens.
Description
SCOOT operates as an advanced proactive system that modifies traffic signal settings in real-time to accommodate vehicles approaching intersections. In contrast, alternative systems rely on data from departing traffic, which results in timing changes that are often implemented too late to achieve optimal effectiveness. At the core of SCOOT lies an online traffic simulation model that evaluates a variety of potential timing adjustments in real-time, selecting the most efficient option. Other systems typically make modifications based on set parameter thresholds, such as traffic volumes or the number of arrivals on green, which restricts them to a single potential adjustment without prior effectiveness testing. SCOOT, on the other hand, consistently optimizes cycle length, splits, and offsets with each cycle by executing small, controlled modifications. Many alternative systems opt for larger adjustments on a much longer schedule, sometimes up to every 10 minutes, and some do not even optimize cycle length at all. Consequently, these other systems are significantly less adept at responding to the rapidly fluctuating conditions of traffic. This responsiveness makes SCOOT particularly advantageous in urban environments with dynamic traffic patterns.
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Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
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Deployment
Web-Based
On-Premises
iPhone App
iPad App
Android App
Windows
Mac
Linux
Chromebook
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Customer Support
Business Hours
Live Rep (24/7)
Online Support
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Types of Training
Training Docs
Webinars
Live Training (Online)
In Person
Vendor Details
Company Name
SWARCO
Founded
1969
Country
Austria
Website
www.swarco.com/solutions/traffic-management
Vendor Details
Company Name
Siemens
Founded
1989
Country
Germany
Website
www.mobility.siemens.com/us/en/portfolio/road/traffic-management/scoot-adaptive-traffic-control.html
Product Features
Public Transportation
Billing & Invoicing
Dispatch Management
Driver Data
Driver Logs
Fixed Route Management
Mileage Tracking
Multiple Route Support
Paratransit Management
Routing
Scheduling