Left turns are necessary, but they are also one of the most dangerous routine things that drivers do. The latest innovation from a local smart traffic technology firm is looking to make these maneuvers safer and more sensible. They have deployed intelligent left-turn technology in Peachtree Corners, and the results, so far, have been sizable.
Advanced Traffic Products (ATP) is to distribute Applied Information’s traffic signal preemption solutions in the north-west of the US. It will sell in the states of Washington, Oregon, Montana, Idaho, Alaska, Utah, Wyoming, Colorado, Arizona, Nevada and Northern California.
To train their end-users in both hardware and software, Applied Information have built a training platform on uQualio – and uQualio is the help function in their systems. Their self-service video academy today contains more than 76 comprehensive courses, featuring over 350 educational videos that have reached a whopping 17,000 views. Moreover, the company has awarded 3,000 certificates to their learners for IMSA (International Municipal Signal Association) continued education credits.
According to federal data, buses are one of the safest ways for students to get to and from school — but getting on and off those iconic yellow vehicles can pose a serious risk because of passing cars. Now high-tech solutions designed to help save lives are being unveiled. NBC’s Vicky Nguyen reports for TODAY.
FREEtheMIBS, an advocacy campaign to encourage traffic signal controller manufacturers, ITS device manufacturers, and public sector agencies to unite behind opening and sharing management information bases (MIBs), has announced the addition of Applied Information, Inc., to the organization.
The City of Marietta is proud to announce that it is the first government in the country to integrate its traffic data with the Waze app, Apple Maps and several vehicles manufacturers built-in navigation systems. The participating manufacturers currently include Jeep, Dodge, Chrysler, Alfa-Romeo. Citizens can expect notifications from common hazards including active school zones, speed warnings and will be alerted to the presence of nearby and approaching first responder vehicles, giving them more time to safely avoid collision. Information on the City’s digital message boards will also be presented to the drivers as they enter and navigate through the city.
