There is an increased global awareness regarding the
benefits of Public transportation. Public transportation
has regained its popularity and is receiving much
attention regarding its constant development and
advancement. Effective software systems that can
help in managing the operation of those huge fleets
are inevitable. Public transportation is vital in helping
countries enhance safety and security, protect the
environment and public health, and conserve energy.
Now more than ever; robust systems for public
transportation are required to help in planning and
operating routes and services, and ensuring flexible
passenger transportation using various Public
Transportation means.
OPENWARE Geo-Fare Collection System solution
is an interoperable automated ticketing system
that allows the issuing, collecting, managing, and
administering of public transportation tickets/cards.
The process starts with issuing the various types of
tickets/cards that are secure and easy to use. Those
tickets/cards are then distributed to commuters
through kiosks or point-of-sale devices. The issued
tickets are to be validated when used on any of the
public transportation vehicles. The solution handles
both prepaid and subscription cards, or any method
of ticket distribution. Moreover, OPENWARE GeoFare Collection System provides the tools and
applications to monitor the issuance of tickets,
generate on-demand reports on ticket sales,
and integrate existing financial and decision
support systems.