This report describes the first steps in the evaluation of a methodology for Efficient Development of Advanced Public Transportation Systems (EDAPTS). The project is being undertaken by Cal Poly. The Cal Poly research project, funded by the NT&R Program, is intended to have two primary benefits:...

This research uses Total Factor Productivity (TFP) techniques, with which we develop measures of productivity performance for public transit systems of varying size and location, and use this baseline to examine the potential contribution of alternative Advanced Vehicle Location (AVL)...

AVL represents a radical change to many working in the public transit industry. When a new technology is introduced factor proportions change, responsibilities are altered and procedures change. There are threats to lines of authority, job security and responsibility. In all cases there are...

The research reported in this document uses Total Factor Productivity (TFP) techniques, with which we develop measures of productivity performance of public transit systems of varying sizes and locations, and use this baseline to examine the potential contribution of alternative ITS...