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Jul312017 by Vlada TereninaNo Comments

Quick Guide: Preparing for Emergencies with Surveillance Technology

Expert Advice Series, Risk Management, Transit, Video Camera Surveillance, Video Management

When the safety of your passengers and operators is at stake, every second counts. Being proactive with staff training is as important as leveraging security tools. While most transit agencies have video surveillance cameras on their vehicles, there are a few simple strategies transportation teams can use to improve on-board visibility and incident response. (more…)

Oct312016 by Vlada TereninaNo Comments

How to Get the Most out of Your CUTA Fall Conference Experience

Expert Advice Series, Industry Trends, News & Events, Transit

In November, Vancouver, BC, will be hosting one of the most exciting events in Canadian transit industry - the CUTA Fall Conference “Inspiring Sustainable Change”. With high-quality workshops, discussions on challenges and changes in public transportation, and great networking opportunities, this event is also a source of inspiration for transit leaders. Here are some tips on how to get the most out of your experience at CUTA. (more…)

Nov302015 by Lori JethaNo Comments

Preparing for Emergencies: the Latest in Surveillance Technology

Stop Violence Against Drivers, Transit

Originally published in BusRide magazine, November 2015 In an emergency situation, every second counts. To prepare for the unthinkable, you not only need to train operators and conduct drills, but implement the right tools and technologies in advance. Here are few suggestions to give transit security staff better on-board visibility to assess and respond to emergencies quickly and improve incident investigations. (more…)

Jun182015 by Vlada TereninaNo Comments

A Guide to Calculating the ROI of Transit Surveillance: SlideShare Presentation

Expert Advice Series, Transit, Video Camera Surveillance

Every successful transit agency knows the benefits of a proactive approach to passenger and driver safety, which consists of blending together three essential ingredients: policies, education, and technology. However, it can be difficult to secure funding or justify investment in video surveillance systems. A successful strategy to overcome this hurdle is to identify your agency’s problem areas and calculate a return on investment (ROI) to reveal the benefits of investing in the latest security technology. (more…)