Interface: Traveler Information Devices - Smart Columbus MMTPA/CPS

Traveler Information Devices to Smart Columbus MMTPA/CPS Interface Diagram

Architecture Flow Definitions

interactive traveler information  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Traveler information provided in response to a traveler request. The provided information includes traffic and road conditions, advisories, incidents, payment information, transit services, parking information, weather information, and other travel–related data updates and confirmations.

shared use confirmation  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Confirmation that traveler is going to use the shared use asset now or at a future time.

shared use request  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Request for shared use asset (e.g., car or bicycle) now or as a reservation for future use.

shared use response  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Response from shared use provider regarding availability of the shared use asset now or in the future. Includes any payment requirements.

traveler payment information  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Information provided for payment of road use charges, tolls or parking fees including identification that can be used to identify the payment account or source and related vehicle and service information that are used to determine the type and price of service requested. The information exchange normally supports an account debit to pay fees, but an account credit may be initiated where pricing strategies include incentives.

traveler payment request  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Request for information supporting payments. For fee structures that include incentives, the request may support either an account debit or an account credit or reimbursement.

traveler request  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

A request for traveler information including traffic, transit, toll, parking, road weather conditions, event, and passenger rail information. The request identifies the type of information, the area of interest, parameters that are used to prioritize or filter the returned information, and sorting preferences.

trip confirmation  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Acknowledgement by the driver/traveler of acceptance of a trip plan with associated personal and payment information required to confirm reservations.

trip feedback  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Information provided at the conclusion of a trip that supports performance monitoring and system optimization. Information provided may include a record of the trip including HOV/HOT lane usage and user provided feedback at the conclusion of the trip.

trip plan  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

A travel itinerary identifying a route and associated traveler information and instructions identifying recommended modes and transfer information, ride sharing options, and transit and parking reservation information.

trip request  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Request for trip planning services that identifies the trip origin, destination(s), timing, preferences, and constraints. The request may also include the requestor's location or a request for transit and parking reservations and ridesharing options associated with the trip.

user account reports  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Reports on charges

user account setup  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Billing information, vehicle information (or registration information), and requests for reports.

user profile  (Planned )  Applicable ITS Standards

Information provided to register for a travel service and create a user account. The provided information includes personal identification, traveler preferences (e.g., maximum transfer wait time, maximum walking distance, mode preferences, special needs), device information, a user ID and password, and information to support payment transactions, if applicable.