Private Traveller Information Service Providers

Description

This includes private companies (e.g. Google, Pelmorex) that provide traveller information, including traffic conditions and current traffic event information, to the public using various media (e.g. internet, mobile applications).

Associated Inventory

Private Traveller Information Systems

Operational Concepts

AreaRole and Responsibility
Emergency ManagementDisseminate advisories using 511, website, or other traveller information services.
Traveller InformationProvide information concerning the conditions of the roadway including traffic congestion, incidents, maintenance activity or weather conditions to the travelling public either directly using traveller information services (e.g. website, social media) or through the media.
Responsible for developing and operating traveller information services, allowing travellers to access information (traffic congestion, road weather conditions) prior to a trip or en-route.