NOCoE Case Studies capture the strategies and practices currently being deployed to advance the TSMO industry and enable TSMO practitioners to save lives, time, and money.
Case studies are developed in partnership with the authoring organization or individual to succinctly transfer knowledge for the effective use by others in the industry.
Many of the case studies come from TSMO Award Submissions. Please be sure to consider submitting your practices for upcoming awards.
Additional case studies focus on academic and industry collaboration models, the 2017 solar eclipse, and other TSMO practices being deployed throughout the country.
Shortcut in Central Florida
- Advanced Traffic Signal Control
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Florida DOT
- NOCoE
- NOCoE Case Study
- Traffic Signal Program Management
- Traffic Signal Timing
- Traffic Signal Timing Software
- Transit Signal Priority
The FDOT District Five’s Shortcut platform enhances traffic flow and safety by automating signal control across multiple jurisdictions. It helps save lives by reducing crashes on congested ramps through quick signal adjustments. Time is saved as motorists bypass traffic incidents faster, thanks t
Move Metairie Tracking Forward
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
- NOCoE Case Study
The Move Metairie Tracking Forward project enhances safety, efficiency, and quality of life for Metairie residents by providing real-time updates on train blockages at a busy crossing. The app alerts users about train arrivals and estimated time of arrival of the train to the crossing, and wait t
Applying Emerging Technologies for Smarter Traffic Signal Optimization Processes
- Advanced Traffic Signal Control
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
- Regional Traffic Signal Operations & Program Management
- Traffic Signal Program Management
- Traffic Signal Timing
This project was unique because it used several new technologies and practices for traffic signal timing. First, it used Automated Traffic Signal Performance Measures (ATSPMs) for a complete corridor signal optimization without traditional traffic counts and models. Second, it used
Georgia Joint Agency Data Management Program
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- Data Acquisition, Support and Hosting
- Georgia DOT
- NOCoE
- Performance Data Collection, Analysis and Management
The GDOT (Georgia Department of Transportation) and ARC’s (Atlanta Regional Commission) centralized data program improves safety by enabling rapid deployment of autonomous vehicle technologies and informed decision-making. It saves time by providing immediate data access and streamlining processe
NDOT TSMO Workforce Development Program
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Education, Training & Professional Activities
- Evolution of Organizations, Structure, and Workforce
- NOCoE
- NOCoE Case Study
- Nevada DOT
- Recruitment and Retention
- Staff Development
- Workforce
The NDOT (Nevada Department of Transportation) TSMO Program Plan enhances safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in Nevada’s transportation systems. By recruiting and training specialized TSMO positions, NDOT improves traffic incident response, reduces congestion, and ensures timely infrastru
Virtual Queue Protection Corridors
- Active Traffic Management (ATM)
- Active Traffic Management/Travel Demand Management/Pricing
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
- Pennsylvania DOT
PennDOT’s (Pennsylvania DOT) virtual queue protection system reduced crashes by 11% annually, and cut truck-related fatal crashes by 50%. The system saved 72,116 vehicle hours and $53.4 million annually by improving traffic flow and reducing delays. It’s a cost-effective solution using existing d
Alabama Transportation Management Center Workforce Development Program
- Alabama DOT
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Education, Training & Professional Activities
- NOCoE
- Staff Development
- Transportation Management Centers (TMC / TOC)
The Transportation Workforce Development (TWD) Program, a collaborative effort of the Alabama Department of Transportation (ALDOT) and the University of Alabama Huntsville (UAH), was established to generate interest among young adults in the transportation industry by offering student internships
Adaptive Signal Control Technologies in Traverse City
- Adaptive Signal Control Technology
- Advanced Traffic Signal Control
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
To help overcome the operational obstacles posed by a growing tourism industry, the North Region of the Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) designed and deployed adaptive signal control technologies (ASCT), CCTV cameras, and WiFi/Bluetooth readers aimed not only at reducing congestion, i
Alerting Commercial Motor Vehicles
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
North Carolina’s real-time in-truck alerts for Commercial Motor Vehicles (CMVs) by the INRIX/Drivewyze system have proven vital in saving lives, time, and money. By alerting CMV drivers to urgent road conditions, these alerts reduce crashes and save lives. They also save time by providing direct
Applying TSMO at Southeast Michigan Transportation Operations Center
- Case Studies
- Case Studies & Lessons Learned
- Case Study
- NOCoE
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) Southeast Michigan Transportation Operations Center (SEMTOC) implemented Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) strategies, enhancing workforce skills and fostering a TSMO culture. These initiatives improved incident response, save