Knowledge Resource Updates - Lessons Learned Knowledge Resource only Lessons Learned from ITS implementations http://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/ ITS Lessons >> Be sure to conduct a detailed evaluation prior to installing an Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS), and be aware that conducting a public education campaign on ATCS risks building expectations too high.01/24/2012 02:46:20 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/A07D0AC86F6EEEBE8525798E007AB90A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Commit to acquiring the proper level of staffing and knowledge required for the operations and maintenance of Adaptive Traffic Control System (ATCS) prior to deployment.01/20/2012 10:54:16 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/745A9A855113176185257988006AB7D8?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Adhere to recommendations of the National ITS Architecture for the archived ITS data user service (ADUS) and develop a regional partnership of transportation agencies for the successful implementation of an ITS data archive.01/15/2012 09:57:19 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/21AAFB85FCDFD1D78525798300054BF7?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Grow regional road pricing policies from individual projects and develop modeling tools reflecting pricing impact on travelers.01/13/2012 05:14:38 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/BBD80E4587D6EA7B85257982006B2012?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> When developing transit signal priority (TSP) systems, consider using traffic simulation models as a cost-effective means of comparing the impacts of different TSP strategies on transit and non-transit vehicle travel time.01/10/2012 10:16:52 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/F42FE3F8E66CABD58525797A0071505A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Engage political champions to keep controversial High-Occupancy Toll (HOT) lane projects on track.01/04/2012 12:12:18 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/797EB3618E32D38C8525796E005100BF?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Understand that while the viability of pricing programs is impacted by political actions, pricing signal is a potential tool for developing a sustainable transportation system.12/22/2011 09:13:22 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/864604D11D2A06AA8525792900097CA1?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Ensure proper placement of variable speed limit (VSL) signs in a work zone and operate the VSL system consistently on a long term basis.11/16/2011 12:51:37 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/90B73D4F926CE2F08525793D0012224A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Establish contacts early and assure continued communications between planners and stakeholders to promote public and political acceptance of proposed pricing plans.11/10/2011 03:50:59 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/B2BCEF2B5C3B547885257942006C3725?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Define clear goals for a comprehensive transit ITS deployment program and track the achievement of those goals to evaluate program's success.11/09/2011 09:54:15 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/FAEB49A85E24E1FE8525793E00103E9C?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> In deploying a comprehensive transit ITS program, develop strategies and requirements for planning, procurement, implementation, and ongoing operations.11/09/2011 09:54:10 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/6C9B7712AD383F7A8525793E000C15C8?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Identify functional boundaries and needs for cross jurisdictional control required to implement adaptive signal control and transit signal priority systems.11/01/2011 11:50:50 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/A25DD448343DF13F852579330065E6A0?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Recognize that the Smart InfraRed Inspection System has promise for increasing productivity of inspection personnel but not yet ready for national deployment due to lack of accuracy in flagging commercial vehicles with potential defects.11/01/2011 10:38:13 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/B1A7AAB940F6ACD485257936000AFD99?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Install message signs at strategic locations en route and provide commuters with real-time information of the parking availability status at a major transit station.11/01/2011 10:38:02 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/C04AAC49ADD2B12B85257935005FCA97?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Create performance standards for operational effectiveness of a pricing program, define business rules for back-office operations, and refine operations practices based on needs.10/18/2011 01:28:31 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/5396980F53998FE8852579260078A6B8?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Enforce congestion toll collection and create integration linkages between pricing system and motor vehicle registries to process violations.10/18/2011 01:28:09 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/1213B14623F024D385257926006F6CD7?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Use business and functional requirements as a guide to technology selection for road pricing system and understand that the technology selected initially evolves over time.10/18/2011 01:27:38 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/0DFF07233126AE1485257926005A24E3?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Beware that schedule and costs of road pricing projects are affected by various factors including legislative outcomes, clarity and specificity of scope, and contracting methods.10/18/2011 01:27:36 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/C956CB026F66CE6185257926004CCEB4?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Consider advantages of open-source designs and beware of legal challenges in road pricing systems procurement.10/18/2011 01:27:32 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/A91DDCA2DB8300AA852579260048D27A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Beware that schedule and costs of road pricing projects are affected by various factors including legislative outcomes, clarity and specificity of scope, and contracting methods.10/18/2011 01:27:09 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/C956CB026F66CE6185257926004CCEB4?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Consider advantages of open-source designs and beware of legal challenges in road pricing systems procurement.10/18/2011 01:27:07 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/A91DDCA2DB8300AA852579260048D27A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Consider advantages of open-source designs and beware of legal challenges in road pricing systems procurement.10/18/2011 01:26:24 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/A91DDCA2DB8300AA852579260048D27A?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Create performance standards for operational effectiveness of a pricing program, define business rules for back-office operations, and refine operations practices based on needs.10/12/2011 10:19:45 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/5396980F53998FE8852579260078A6B8?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> For implementation of smart parking systems, consider sites that experience high parking demand, are located close to a major freeway or arterial, and are configured to accommodate parking sensors at entrances and exits to promote accurate parking counts.10/11/2011 08:06:17 AMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/D0E26B0B700E79E5852579200069B469?OpenDocument&Query=HomeITS Lessons >> Use the self-evaluation and integration planning process to create wider awareness of the benefits of weather integration to improve TMC operations.08/17/2011 02:27:27 PMhttp://www.itslessons.its.dot.gov/its/benecost.nsf/ID/1E4C25BF2CD62649852578C4007026A5?OpenDocument&Query=Home