Our focus on accessibility and livability goes beyond the confines of traffic management. Reliable data on the use of roads and the public space is crucial for this. Using smart traffic sensors such as FlowCube, the traffic management platform MobiMaestro and other systems, we are developing effective solutions for digital control over the public space (see also the box Examples of effective digital control over the public space). Strategic instruments At Technolution Move, we’re working on an extensive portfolio of strategic instruments that cities can configure and deploy as they require. Mobility management allows cities to instigate digital interaction with residents, entrepreneurs, and visitors about their mobility choices. For example, visitors can be encouraged through an app to park at the edge of the city and transfer to a shared bike system or public transport. Smart access makes it possible to limit access to neighborhoods for certain categories of traffic, such as heavy and polluting trucks. Data-driven, multimodal traffic management uses rich data to create more space and traffic flow on the urban road network. Curb management helps return the curb to pedestrians. Curb management frees up space by smarter use of parking places and loading bays. Parking guidance helps motorists find parking space more quickly. The result is less traffic on the lookout for a parking place, lower emissions, and fewer cars in traffic. Privacy and cybersecurity Digital control over the public space must always be in the interests of residents, entrepreneurs, and visitors. The concept of digital control could inspire resistance if people think their privacy is at risk. Our solutions for digital control over the public space respect everyone’s privacy and meet all applicable legislation. If we collect data on the use of the public space and use this as input, we also have the duty to guarantee that this data will not fall into the wrong hands or will be used for other purposes. Therefore, we will always take sufficient measures to ensure cybersecurity. From traffic management to city management Our focus on accessibility and livability goes beyond the confines of traffic management. Traffic flow and safety for all modes of traffic continue to be important goals, but once digital control over the public space is added, it is more accurate to speak of city management. City management is also reflected in the further development of MobiMaestro. New MobiMaestro modules support smart access and curb management. Even water management has been integrated, for example for automatic drainage after very heavy rain showers. Smart city management keeps Dutch cities accessible, livable, and attractive to all residents, entrepreneurs, and visitors. 09
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