You've probably heard the term "connected roadways" quite a bit lately. But did you know it all starts with the Internet of Things (IoT)? The IoT lets government agencies like yours secure and connect technologies embedded within vehicles,...
You've probably heard the term "connected roadways" quite a bit lately. But did you know it all starts with the Internet of Things (IoT)? The IoT lets government agencies like yours secure and connect technologies embedded within vehicles, roadways, and traffic management systems. This connectivity can even extend to drivers. You can then share and act upon all the data they create in real time, to benefit your community, including:
Quick tips to remember as you start
At their core, connected roadways are data-centric. And tremendous value can be gained long-term from that data (think urban planning and economic development). So be sure to maximize your data investment for the future up front by:
Selecting an architecture based on an open-standards platform. This increases interoperability, lets you use more of your existing infrastructure, and improves performance.
Including Vehicle to Infrastructure (V2I) communications capabilities that let cars talk to infrastructure, which is key to enhancing overall mobility and safety.
Aligning with US DoT architecture interoperability guidelines for how intelligent transportation systems (ITS) networks (vehicles, field, centers, travelers) communicate.
Deploying a threat-centric, end-to-end security that is open, simple, and automated. This will help reduce threats before they happen and help ensure the security and privacy of your data.
