How digital is disrupting transportation

Posted on March 31, 2017

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Congestion-busting infrastructure plays catch-up on long-neglected needs

The unfortunate reality is that large sections of our cities are stuck with the roads-based configuration that was instilled into their DNA from the get-go. Roads – not rail – are the thoroughfares that define transport options across our new suburban areas into the future. Getting used to road spending and having constructive things to say about road use are a major challenge.

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The Ultimate Guide to Digital Disruption

Disruption has always been a part of business. Old business models become irrelevant, and new business models replace them. When the new models first appear, they are almost always met with resistance. Change is hard, and people want to stay comfortable and do things the way they always have. What is digital transformation and why is it necessary? Does EVERY industry need to be disrupted?

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City of Melbourne’s campaign to deter parked cars from blocking bike lanes

In May 2017, the City of Melbourne was receiving almost daily complaints on social media from cyclists about cars parking in bike lanes. Drivers were persistently disregarding the ‘No Stopping’ parking signs during peak hours and parking in the bike lanes, typically to drop off passengers for less than a minute.

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Efficient parking enforcement in Adelaide’s Hindmarsh

Recently the city received complaints from traders for not having sufficient car parks on Port Road due to overstaying by the tram commuters at the one hour time-limit areas. As the car park was fully occupied all the time, the traders experienced a lot of frustration finding an available parking space near their destination.

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Just how ‘city smart’ are local governments in Queensland?

Many places around the world claim to be a “smart city”, but what that means is often unclear. A smart city is widely seen as an urban area that uses technology to enhance performance and the quality of its services. In other words, it’s a happy marriage of technology and the city.

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Four ways our cities can cut transport emissions in a hurry: avoid, shift, share and improve

In Australia, transport is the third-largest source of greenhouse gases, accounting for around 17% of emissions. Passenger cars account for around half of our transport emissions. The transport sector is also one of the strongest factors in emissions growth in Australia.

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Why autonomous vehicles won’t reduce our dependence on cars in cities

No matter how well technology matches rides for us, the reality is a shared AV system will introduce a source of wasted time for users – minutes waiting here, a block or two to walk. Not to mention the need to physically share space with strangers.

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