ITS augments existing facilities and can reduce the need for expanded facilities by maximizing system efficiency and user convenience. Safety, efficiency, financial, environmental and other benefits are realized by facilities and services providers, travelers, the general public, shippers and businesses. Funding for new infrastructure is difficult at federal and state levels. As a result, alternate traffic management measures are needed to enhance mobility and increase system efficiency and safety. ITS provides the opportunity for systems management.
Customers are happier and more at ease.
This applies to highways as well. An Intelligent Transportation System positively affects transportation efficiency, economic competitiveness, safety, jobs and environmental protection. The Program will assist state and local agagencies in understanding, planning, implementing, and operating ITS systems and components. The Program assigns assistance requests to public and private sector ITS professionals who have successfully addressed similar issues. ITS through technical assistance for the transportation community.