Policy and Research Documents
May-16
Research into the existing transport landscape in the Transport for the North region. Interviews, surveys and group discussions to develop an understanding of frequency of travel, mode of travel, push and pull factors surrounding transport modes and attitudes towards smart ticketing technology.
Oct-16
Research into the introduction of a new smartcard system in Brighton, 2016. Focus on driver and passenger responses, to ascertain how driver and passenger experiences with the new system have impacted their satisfaction and use of Brighton bus services on the whole.
Mar-15
Research into how passenger opinions on smart ticketing has changed with increased use. Focused on rail commuters in south-east England, who will soon have access to smart ticketing. Intended to develop understanding of passenger demands and expectations. Utilised group discussions, face-to-face interviews and workshops.
May-25
Investigation based on interviews with 61 key stakeholders into issues that arose during attempts to produce a national smart ticketing policy. Highlights governments lack of direction when drawing a balance between the development of a national policy and maintaining a "light touch" approach to transport strategy.
Sep-20
Highlights increasing gap in reasearch into how smart mobility systems can be used to tackle transport disadvantages and inequalities. Conducts literature review into relevant technologies, and uses this to formulate a framework to aid potential researchers in understanding the relationship between concepts.
Jun-15
Investigaton into passenger attitudes towards the implementation of smartcards during the "Yorcard" pilot project, occuring 2008-2010 in the South Yorkshire Metropolitan Area. Contemplates idea of a single smartcard for national/international transport payments.