WhereIsMyTransport

Target SDGs

Target Users (Target Impact Group)

Public Sector Agencies

Distributors / Implementing Organizations

WhereisMyTransport works with cities and regional transport operators to collect data and distribute to public transit customers.

Competitive Landscape

Direct competitors include Digital Matatus.

Regions

Africa, Middle East

Manufacturing/Building Method

WhereIsMyTransport is a SaaS application built on the Microsoft Azure cloud.^{Interview with representative}

WhereIsMyTransport publishes their API codebase on GitHub.

Intellectural Property Type

Open-source

User Provision Model

Interested partners can contact Whereismytransport here for more information and to setup a contact.

Developers can sign up for free API access. Public transit users can download the Public Transport App from the iTunes Store or Google Play Store.

Distributions to Date Status

The public transport app is available in 30 major cities across Africa, the Middle East and Asia.

According to the Google Play Store the Public Transport App has been downloaded 5000+ times.

Design Specifications

WhereisMyTransport's API is based on REST, JSON, OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect. Detailed information is available on their documentation page.

Technical Support

Support is provided as a part of the subscription/partnership by WhereisMyTransport.

Support is available for the free API.

Replacement Components

N/A

Lifecycle

N/A

Manufacturer Specified Performance Parameters

To create an open platform for public transportation data from traditional and informal collection methods

Utilize framework to provide efficient routing information to public transportation users

Build models of long term transit information to provide information on infrastructure investments

Vetted Performance Status

In a study of the implementation of the Jammie Shuttle, which uses the WhereisMyTransport services, they found that users had an increased feeling of security, reduced uncertainty of the schedule, and were more willing to use the shuttle as it was more efficient. ¹

Safety

N/A

Complementary Technical Systems

None

Academic Research and References

Compliance with regulations

According to their Terms and Conditions WhereisMyTransport complies with all local regulations.

Evaluation methods

The product has been evaluated in terms of benefits of a data driven approach to the delivery of improved transport services, technology driven frameworks for intelligent transport systems, and customer satisfaction by providing real time public transport information.

Other Information

Other information:

Enslin C. Mapping the Spaces In-between: How ICT can assist in providing a safer and more efficient commuter experience for all. University of Cape Town Western Cape South Africa.

Awotar, Yudish; VanderSchuren, M.J.W.A. (Marianne); Southern African Transport Conference 31st : 2012 : Pretoria, South Africa; Minister of Transport, South Africa