Use of computer and communications technology to facilitate the flow of information between travelers and system operators. Includes concepts such as "freeway management systems," "automated fare collection," and "transit information kiosks." IVHS technologies are a subset of ITS technologies.

ITS uses electronics to monitor traffic and communicate with motorists. Examples include variable message signs and video traffic cameras.

Intelligent transportation systems, or ITS, encompass a broad range of wireless and wireline communications-based information, control and electronics technologies. When integrated into the transportation system infrastructure, and in vehicles themselves, these technologies help monitor and manage traffic flow, reduce congestion, provide alternate routes to travelers, enhance productivity, and save lives, time and money.

A general term for many technology systems used in highway, rail and other transit to improve mobility, reduce accidents, and improve transportation overall, i.e. electronic toll collection systems, synchronized traffic signals.

The application, in an integrated manner, of advanced information processing (computers), communications, sensor and control technologies and management strategies, to improve the functioning of the transportation system.

A generic term for advanced technology applications that provide real-time monitoring and information to enable the more efficient and safer use of transportation systems, such as highways.

A broad term used to categorize many different transportation technologies designed to improve traffic conditions, roadway capacities, transit operations and information dissemination. MDT

(ITS) A broad range of diverse technologies, including information processing, communications, control and electronics, which, when applied to a transportation system, can save time, money and lives.  Infotainment The telematics market is slowly evolving into "infotainment" (information and entertainment) to combine everything from safety and security to routing and entertainment including Internet access and video games. Vehicle manufacturers increasingly offer infotainment systems either as original equipment or optional packages.

The integrated application of advanced information, electronic communications and other technologies to address transportation problems.

The application of a wide range of advanced technologies to enhance the operation and management of the surface transportation system.

Technology to better manage traffic and transit resources, increase the capacity capabilities of this nation's highways, enhance safety and reduce accidents, and more effectively handle toll collection, safety inspection, log maintenance, licensing and vehicle registration.

The application of advanced electronics and communication technologies to enhance the capacity and efficiency of surface transportation systems, including traveler information, public transportation, and commercial vehicle operations.

Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) are a collection of wide-ranging technologies that are brought together to make traffic management more "intelligent". Many see ITS as the future backbone of our nation's transportation infrastructure. Components of ITS include real-time traffic information, instant control of traffic signals, variable message signs, information processing, transit signal priority and fire pre-emption. Seattle's existing signal systems provides a jump start into ITS. However, integration of other ITS technologies into Seattle's transportation system is still in its infancy. However, almost every capital improvement project that involves signals is factoring in the future role of ITS. Whether this involves upgrading systems to future standards or beginning to lay fiber-optic cable that will act as the communication viaduct between the Traffic Management Center and signals throughout the city.

Refers to the use of advanced technologies (such as traffic sensors and communications equipment) to improve transportation operations.

The coordinated use of technologies to improve, manage, and share information; integrate transportation services; improve incident response systems, and provide other system management and operational improvements that enhance safety.