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Insights draw connections and consider impacts through the lens of industry trends and conditions. They turn data into direction. We’re always considering how the behaviors of people and the systems around them are evolving and how to use these findings to shape a more successful future for the world around us.
Blog posts supply careful consideration of industry trends and conditions.
Can the New National Freight Model Help Planners Unsnarl the Supply Chain?
Development of a national-level, disaggregated, behavioral-based, and multimodal freight demand model recently concluded with the completion of the third phase of a first-of-its-kind exploratory research study funded by the Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Exploratory Advanced…
The 411 on PNR (Product Noise Rating)
Pick up any item in a store and you are likely to see labels designed to inform your purchase decision. If the item is edible, you can expect to find information about its nutrition and…
Data Privacy Team Behind the Scenes
Data means different things depending on the audience or context. The word “data” is even pronounced differently depending on the speaker (though Star Trek may have something to do with how most of us say…
White papers help clients make decisions through data and in-depth analysis of industry topics.
Strategies for Integrating Health Outcomes
into the Transportation Planning Process
The US Transportation system has a role to play in human health. Learn how agencies are developing new tools and methods to improve outcomes. Read more »
ActivitySim
An Advanced Activity-Based Travel Demand Model Built by and for Users
Activity-based models can answer today’s complex transportation planning questions. But only ActivitySim offers access to a growing community of expert users—and so much more. Read more »
Three Considerations Around Drone Noise and Strategies for Mitigation
The path ahead for drones looks more promising than ever. But as drones take off, noise remains an unresolved issue despite research confirming the sound from their operations is uniquely annoying. Read more »
Forecasting Tools in a Time of Disruption and Uncertainty
Evaluating complex systems to forecast future conditions has never been simple, but disruptive technological changes and outside shocks to the system (like the COVID-19 pandemic) have further challenged practitioners. Strategic models can help. Read more »
Case studies demonstrate deep expertise and a commitment to solving complex problems.
Smartphone-Based Statewide Household Travel Survey
Our team worked with the Ohio Department of Transportation to deploy a first-in-the-nation statewide smartphone-first household travel survey.
Augmenting Travel Survey Data Using Big Data
Our team worked with the Florida Department of Transportation and regional planning organizations to combine travel survey data and big data.
State Transportation Equity Framework
Our team worked to develop a Transportation Equity Framework for a state department of transportation looking to improve equitable outcomes.