As part of the state-of-the-art review carried out during the early stages of the project the following research gaps and needs were identified as to be addressed by FRONTIER, and are still valid in the second project period:
- Need for designing and testing new collaborative business models for traffic management which will be dynamic in nature, while taking into consideration the rapid technological developments, the IoT, and the emergence of new mobility schemes and freight distribution systems.
- Lack of win-win arbitration models that specifically analyse how to deal when there are conflicting interests among the stakeholders that stand in the middle of the global objectives.
- Need of data management and data fusion pipelines that take into account recent EU directives that promote data sharing and use in mobility data spaces.
- Need to enhance the explainability of AI tools used for traffic estimation, traffic forecasting and incident detection and incorporate them to actionable traffic and network management services.
- Need to develop approaches that allow the generation of response plans in a dynamic way, utilising advanced data fusion techniques for more precise simulation outputs and considering needs of various stakeholders operating in the affected areas.
- Need to integrate CAVs as part of a holistic network and traffic management ecosystem of services and explore the potential of CAVs as controllers of traffic.
- Need for simulation models and tools that can assess centralised and decentralised traffic management strategies for different penetration rates of CAVs in traffic streams.
The FRONTIER solutions advance the state of the art by offering a distinct approach in the traffic management industry, characterized by the following Unique Selling Points (USPs):
1. Integrated Multi-modal Coordination: ANTME provides a holistic approach to traffic management by integrating different modes of transportation, facilitating seamless coordination and response plans across the corridor.
2. Real-time Analytics and Proactive Demand Management: Leveraging advanced incident detection and analytics, ANTME proactively manages traffic demand, reducing congestion and enhancing the flow of movement.
3. Unified Communication and Collaboration Platform: With its collaborative user management tools (Graphical User Interface and Mobile Application), ANTME breaks down silos among stakeholders, ensuring swift and effective communication and data sharing.
4. Flexible and Adaptable Workflow Management: The platform's modular and scalable workflow manager allows for dynamic adaptation to changing conditions, user needs and organizational structures, fostering continuous improvement and efficiency.
5. Data-driven Performance Optimization: ANTME commits to ongoing enhancement and performance monitoring, utilizing data and targeted KPIs to refine operations and ensure sustained operational excellence.
ANTME's unique selling points are encapsulated in its comprehensive, intelligent, and collaborative approach to traffic management. It utilizes advanced technology to boost situational awareness, decision-making, and operational efficiency, striking a balance between automation and human interaction.
