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Nov302015 by Lori JethaNo Comments

Preparing for Emergencies: the Latest in Surveillance Technology

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…)

Oct142015 by Lori Jetha2 Comments

The Key to Video Surveillance Implementation Success

Expert Advice Series, Transit, Video Camera Surveillance

Video surveillance technology can be an important tool to address security and liability issues on public transit, but an equipment purchase alone is not enough to ensure success. Once a transit agency has calculated the ROI of their surveillance upgrade and secured funding, the real work begins. We’ll use a real-life customer scenario in the state of North Carolina to illustrate some key factors that contribute to a successful video system implementation. (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…)

May62015 by Lori JethaNo Comments

The Importance of a Proactive Approach to Transit Safety

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Originally published in BusRide Magazine A transit operator once told me: “When people board our buses they come with different expectations for the quality of our service, but everyone expects their ride to be safe.” So how do agencies make sure they are delivering on that most basic of expectations? The answer: a proactive approach to transit safety. (more…)