Transit

Universities Save Money and Get Better OTP with Bus Interlining

What is interlining?

Interlining is a common practice in the transit industry that combines two or more independent routes that arrive and depart from a common terminal. For example, a bus can arrive at a stop on a university campus on one route and after a brief layover, leave on a different route. When the bus leaves on its new route, the head sign and automated announcements get updates seamlessly. Interlining eliminates extended periods of down time where a bus would just be parked and out of service. 

Transportation for Young Adults on the Spectrum

In the best of times, living with a disability can make navigating the transportation system difficult. But in these times of social distancing, the mandate on facial coverings and restricted access to everything, travel can be almost a nightmare for some individuals. However, for many people with autism, access to public transportation is essential.  Autism advocacy and research group, Autism Speaks, is dedicated to increasing understanding and acceptance of people with autism. Through a series of interviews with young adults on the spectrum, they've gathered insight on the transit experiences and very real challenges faced by these individuals. 

Paratransit/Demand Response agencies untangle their “spaghetti systems”

A common problem facing paratransit/demand response agencies is their challenge to consolidate and streamline all functions of their operation. Smart agencies understand this concept well - as many are moving away from using multiple, disjointed platforms (aka "spaghetti systems") to run their operations and towards nice, neat, all-in-one bundled solutions.

We’re More Than Just “Widgets”

At TripSpark, we're more than just widgets! We're about the people who need those widgets and the people who service those widgets – and not the widgets themselves!  It's about being in the people-pleasing business, right? Every problem has a solution, and as people in the transportation widgets business, it's our job to solve our transit customers' problems so that they can focus on what matters most to them – ensuring a great experience for each ONE of their riders.

Emerging Opportunities for the State of the Transit Industry in 2021

Paul Comfort, SVP, Chief Customer Officer of Trapeze Group, VP of Business Development for TripSpark, and host of Transit Unplugged, recently nailed the lead story "New Year, New Opportunities: The State of the Transit Industry in 2021", in Metro Magazine. In this eye-opening article, we learn just how vastly different the transit industry is now compared to just one short year ago. And although 2020 was bleak to say the least, transit agencies have found their footing amongst the rubble of the COVID-19 global pandemic, to reinvent themselves and emerge victorious (or at least they're well on their way).

Rob’s Rising… Rob DeSanti Takes the Wheel as TripSpark Transit’s New General Manager

Rob DeSanti officially became TripSpark Transit's new General Manager on February 1, 2021. When Rob learned that TripSpark was searching to fill the newly vacant GM role for Transit, he jumped at the opportunity. Rob's business development and leadership experience make him the perfect fit for the job, and the business is looking forward to what will certainly be a very positive impact on the company and the industry. 

6 Great Reasons to Get to Know Daniel Bower, Project Manager, Rideshare

Meet Daniel (Dan) Bower, Project Manager with TripSpark's Rideshare Group. Given Dan's impressive history in the industry, it's hard to imagine anyone better suited to this dynamic role. Not only does Dan have an extensive educational background in transportation engineering, but he's also been living and loving transportation and technology since his days in high school.

Useful Tools for the Transit Trade (Ridership Trends)

The American Public Transit Association (APTA) has some cool new resources for the entire transit industry. Transit agencies and businesses can now follow current ridership trends and see how agencies stack up against their peers.

Survey Says… The Top 10 Reasons to Survey Transit Riders in the Time of COVID

During the COVID-19 pandemic , one way that can transit organizations can offer their customers some control is to include them in their decision-making process. Whether it's making changes to services or fare structure, transit decisions should be endorsed by their customers, and not just driven by elected officials or other groups with interests beyond those of riders. Giving their riders a voice through surveys, is a key way to accomplish that.

Putting “Human” in the Human Transportation Industry

Jarrett Walker’s unbiased professional blog, Human Transit, addresses public transit problems that separate technical issues from personal values. 

#SavePublicTransit

The American Public Transportation Association (APTA) is urging Congress to provide at least $32 billion in emergency funding to ensure that public transit agencies can survive. Join us in supporting the initiative and making our voices heard!

2020 - A Year for Partnerships and Reflection at TripSpark

Andrea Potter, General Manager of TripSpark Transit, Extends Holiday Wishes to her colleagues and customers, reflects on TripSpark Transit's accomplishments over the past year and discusses the bright future of TripSpark Transit in 2021, Post-COVID, as life gets back to normal. 

6 Ways to Get to Know Naomi Schellenberg

I had the opportunity to chat with Naomi Schellenberg, TripSpark Transit's Director of Client Services. Naomi volunteers with the University of Calgary’s Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) organization, and she enjoys reading, hiking, camping, scuba diving and travelling.

Omaha Metro Launches Bus Rapid Transit Service with Infotainment

Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) for Transit

Web content and applications should be easy to use — for everyone. Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) help developers get there. In this post, we'll define WCAG, its importance and how transit software can foster inclusivity by complying. 

Reimagining Your Transit System — TripSpark’s Collaboration With the CTAA

The TripSpark team collaborated with the CTAA (Community Transportation Association of America) for a roundtable discussion on Reimagining Your Transit System in a Post-COVID World. In this post, we’ll take a brief look at the state of public transit, delve into some important insights from transit executives, and we'll give you a sneak peek into the event.