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Account-Based Ticketing (ABT): A Paradigm Shift for Urban Mobility
In an era dominated by convenience, flexibility, and digital-first expectations, public transportation systems across the United States are under increasing pressure to modernize. One of the most transformative innovations driving this change is Account-Based Ticketing (ABT). Unlike traditional fare systems that rely on physical tickets or cards to store value, ABT decouples fare media from…
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Open-Loop vs. Closed-Loop Transit Systems: A Strategic Guide
As urban populations grow and mobility demands evolve, city planners, transit agencies, and project management offices (PMOs) face a critical decision in modernizing public transportation systems: Should you implement an open-loop or closed-loop fare payment system? This choice is not merely technical but a strategic one that impacts ridership experience, operational efficiency, equity, and long-term…
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