Smart Transit Blog

Upgrading public transit ticketing hardware brings several key benefits to agencies, such as faster boarding times, lower operating costs, and improved data collection. Modern Software…

Fare Payments-as-a-Service (FPaaS) is a specialized application of Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) designed for public transport ticketing and payments. Unlike generic SaaS, which can be tailored to…

SaaS (Software as a Service) solutions enhance operational agility and flexibility in public transit by replacing rigid on-premises infrastructure with cloud-native, configurable platforms that enable…

SaaS (Software-as-a-Service) platforms in public transit offer substantial benefits to transit agencies by enabling them to move away from rigid, legacy, on-premise systems toward flexible, cloud-native solutions that support…

Transforming public transit with modular fare collection involves utilizing flexible, building-block systems instead of rigid ones, allowing agencies to mix and match technologies such as contactless bank cards,…

While the “best-of-breed” multi-vendor approach is frequently favored for public transit innovation, partnering with a single vendor, particularly one employing modern Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) and modular architectures, can deliver…

Modeshift’s first-place wins in two categories solidify the company’s position as a leader in the transit technology sector Modeshift was honored with two Gold Award…

Public transit agencies are under tremendous pressure to modernize services and improve operational efficiency while offering enhanced customer experiences to riders. Many are turning to…

Contactless payment methods in public transportation have become a game changer, transforming how commuters plan journeys and interact with transit systems. The rise of connected,…

People’s mobility needs have changed drastically since the pandemic and it’s expected this will continue in the years to come due to various developments in the sector…

The public transportation sector faces significant challenges that demand innovative solutions. Social behaviour, consumer trends and technological advancements require the sector to adapt quickly and…

Across cities and countries, technology and transportation have become increasingly interwoven. From digital ticketing to ride-hail apps, technology has made it so transportation is more…