Intelligent Transportation Systems

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) include the application and integration of advanced technologies, information processing, communications technologies and advanced control strategies for the efficient and effective operation of the existing transportation system. Examples of ITS include:

  • Roadway management - signal synchronization, cameras, and variable message signs
  • Incident management - HEROs
  • Emergency management - signal preemption
  • Transit management - transit signal priority
  • Traveler information - *DOT and 511
  • Systems management and operations

What is ITS? (PDF) - Learn about Intelligent Transportation Systems and the benefits to the Atlanta region.

2011 ITS Architecture Status Report (PDF)

Atlanta Regional ITS Architecture and Strategic Plan Volumes 1 through 5 (PDF)
“Blueprint for ITS Investments”

Includes:

  • Volume 1: Concept of Operations
  • Volume 2: Architectural Diagrams and Functional Requirements
  • Volume 3: Strategic Plan
  • Volume 4: Implementation Plan
  • Exhibit B
  • Volume 5: Maintenance Plan

Atlanta Regional ITS Architecture and Strategic Plan brochure (PDF)

For more information about how ARC is coordinating ITS in the Atlanta Region, contact us at 404.463.3345.