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When PTAs and PTOs use the same system for planning and scheduling, it enhances communication, collaboration, and service quality. This case study examines how MV Transportation and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT) improve their work processes and speed by both working off Optibus’ software.

Viação Alvorada recently won a tender to operate bus transportation in Lisbon. Within three months of using Optibus, they saved over €600,000, became 100% compliant with tender criteria, achieved 90% efficiency for vehicle and duty schedules, and increased operational agility by eliminating limitations on custom events.

Overview In consultation with GoMetro, the University of Cape Town (UCT) Shuttle transitioned their manual planning and scheduling processes to Optibus’ cloud-native, AI-powered software platform, resulting in faster timetables changes and better organization, with an easy onboarding process. Background The University of Cape Town’s private bus shuttle service, known as the UCT Shuttle, provides transportation…

Overview The operator [driver] shortage has led to large-scale service cancellations and delays and increased pressure on drivers, agencies, and operators. To better manage local operator shortages, the Western Reserve Transit Authority (WRTA) used Optibus’ planning and scheduling modules to increase the quality of drivers’ work shifts, optimize their budget, and work faster. Background The WRTA is…

Background State-of-the-art technology doesn’t have to be complicated to use. Optibus, a software platform that optimizes mass transportation operations, combines a user-friendly dashboard with the most technologically advanced tools for helping transportation agencies and operators plan bus routes, schedule lines, and create the optimal driver and vehicle rosters. Using advanced optimization algorithms and artificial intelligence…

Overview Abellio UK takes measures to upgrade its data analytics, digital tracking methods, and demand for electric transport. Background Each day, Abellio UK delivers rail and bus services to over 1.2 million passengers in Scotland and England—keeping well-worn travel routes running smoothly. The COVID-19 pandemic, however, forced the company to pursue rapid digitalisation. “There was very much…