Computer-aided Scheduling and Dispatch in Demand-responsive Transit Services
Computer-aided Scheduling and Dispatch in Demand-responsive Transit Services

Author: David S. Kessler

Publisher: Transportation Research Board

Published: 2004

Total Pages: 92

ISBN-13: 030907021X

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The scope of this synthesis is to (1) search out useful information on the use of computer-aided scheduling and dispatch (CASD) in demand-responsive transit (DRT) services, (2) develop an amalgamation or compendium of the current knowledge and successful practices used in computerizing the functions necessary to efficiently and effectively operate such DRT services, and (3) report on measures used to resolve specific problems in planning and implementing CASD. The ultimate objective in compiling a considerable storehouse of information is to make this information available to the public transit community. Private and nonprofit organizations that are providing DRT services will similarly benefit from a review of these results.

Bus Transport
Bus Transport

Author: David A. Hensher

Publisher: Elsevier

Published: 2020-04-18

Total Pages: 528

ISBN-13: 0128203935

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Bus Transport: Demand, Economics, Contracting, and Policy examines in one source the most critical and current research themes of public transport relevant to regulators, planners, operators, researchers and educators. It highlights the wider economic impacts of public transport and compares energy usage across all public transport modes. The book examines the evolving debate on Mobility as a Service (MaaS) and includes discussion of such themes as; public image issues, performance measurement and monitoring, contract procurement and design models, travel choice and demand, and global public transport reform. The book reflects the leading perspectives on the preservation and health of the bus sector, intending to move public transport reform forward. - Compiles in one source up-to-date insights on important public transport themes, issues, and debates - Examines a wide range of public transport topics in the multidisciplinary fields of economics, policy, operations, and planning - Bridges the gap between scientific research and policy implementation

Contracting for Bus and Demand-responsive Transit Services
Contracting for Bus and Demand-responsive Transit Services

Author:

Publisher: National Academies Press

Published: 2001

Total Pages: 210

ISBN-13: 9780309072052

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In the interest of learning more about contracting as a method of transit service delivery, the 1998 Transportation Equity Act for the 21st Century (TEA-21) called on the Transportation Research Board (TRB) to conduct a study of contracting by recipients of federal transit grants. TEA-21 called for an examination of the extent and practice of transit service contracting and its effects on operating costs, customer service, safety, and other aspects of service quality and quantity. To conduct the study, TRB convened a 12-member committee of experts in public transportation management, labor, economics, and public policy. In carrying out the study, the committee reviewed previous reports on transit service contracting; conducted its own nationwide survey of public transit systems and their general managers; and interviewed transit managers, labor union leaders, contractors, and members of transit policy boards. Resulting findings and conclusions are summarized in this report, along with additional insights and ideas for follow-on study. The contents are organized as follows: (1) Introduction; (2) Public and Private Provision of Transit in the United States; (3) Conceptual Framework and Previous Studies on Contracting; (4) Transit Service Contracting in the United States: Extent and Practice; (5) Transit Contracting Experiences and Advice from General Managers; and (6) Summary and Assessment.

Supplemental Analysis of National Survey on Contracting Transit Services
Supplemental Analysis of National Survey on Contracting Transit Services

Author: Daniel K. Boyle

Publisher:

Published: 2002

Total Pages: 38

ISBN-13:

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"This digest summarizes the findings from TCRP Project J-6/Task 39, "Supplemental analysis of national survey on contracting transit services." The information contained herein supplements that contained in "TRB Special Report 258: Contracting for bus and demand-responsive transit services." This work was performed by Dan Boyle and Associates. Daniel Boyle served as the principal investigator."