Transit

NextBus provides a solution to public and university transit operators throughout North America. And with more and more people using public transportation and mobile technologies, NextBus is the ideal solution.

Like its parent company, Webtech Wireless, NextBus uses GPS and GIS technology to provide real-time passenger information—including accurate predicted arrival times and expected delays or service interruptions—to transit riders. Its AVL (automate vehicle location) and APC (automatic passenger counting) systems provide continuous updates, including random factors such as vehicle breakdowns, traffic jams, and unexpected emergencies.

Save Money

NextBus is a preferred solution for transit authorities, because it saves money. Transit fleet managers report that they use AVL data from NextBus system to optimize routes, eliminate unnecessary idling, reduce labor costs, right-size their fleets, and improve operator performance (i.e., prevent costly accidents).

Improve Customer Service

Riders like NextBus, because it gives them real-time and predictive visibility into transit schedules. Using their own handheld smart phones (iPhone, Android, Blackberry), voice (IVR) telephone system website, and bus shelter LED displays, riders can relax knowing exactly when their next bus will arrive.

Increase Ridership

Transit operators report a distinct rise in ridership, which they account for by increased visibility into real-time transit information. People are responding to increased fuel costs, environmental concerns, and stressful driving conditions by hoping on the bus. NextBus makes it easy and even trend-setting to be able to look up real-time bus schedules using a smart phone.

Increase Safety

Real-time arrival data is always valuable for passengers, but it becomes vital on routes with infrequent bus arrivals.  For example, late at night when transit may be infrequent, riders can still travel safely by using NextBus information to strategically time their trip to the transit stop just as the bus arrives. There’s little or no waiting required.

Optimize Transit Planning

The NextBus system is more than just arrival predictions for passengers. Optimal transit efficiency depends on accurate operations data to balance passenger loads and prevent both overcrowding and empty vehicles. NextBus is a comprehensive transit management tool that allows agencies to improve service efficiency and customer service while reducing costs. Real-time automated vehicle location provides a cost effective, win-win situation for everyone involved.