VTMS IN DELHI TRANSPORT CORPORATION(DTC) INTRODUCTION:

VEHICLE TRACKING & MONITORING SYSTEM(VTMS): This technology used to determine the location of a DTC Buses using different methods like GPS and other radio navigation systems operating through satellites and ground based stations. This system provide quality real time information on arrival and departure status, handling of incidents and accidents, increase safety of commuters and staff, reduce operational costs, improve traffic efficiency etc. It improves capability in managing the entire public transport system more efficiently, safely with a Commuter-friendly approach. This is planned to be achieved by introducing real time monitoring and tracking of the fleet, information to passengers at bus terminals and bus-stands

Overview Of The VTMS Requirements Include The Following From The System Perspective
a. Ability to locate a specific bus in real time to know the position and status. b. Ability to highlight exceptions through Alerts by monitoring of, deviations such as route, arrival and departure times etc. c. Provide access to real time information related to bus schedules, Expected Time of Arrival(ETA),Estimated Time of Departure (ETD), etc., through Display at Bus stands, Self service Short Messaging Service (SMS) as well as the Internet. d. Facilitate timely management of Incidents / Accidents, effectively monitoring break downs and the related information, route diversion in the event of any incidents on the highways State and National.

Application areas
a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. Fleet Management Asset Tracking Field Service Management Stolen Vehicle Recovery Trailer Tracking Arrival/Departure management Automated check-in Event notification Location management Remote Diagnostics Routing & Scheduling management Work/Trip order management

BENEFITS OF VTS
a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. 24/7 continuous accurate monitoring Alerts on over speeding, unauthorized stoppage, non-stoppage Reduce labour costs Automated real-time notifications capability Higher service quality and increased customer satisfaction Monitor key performance indicators Improve operational efficiency Monitoring of Delays and deviations Message exchange & voice communication with drivers VIP Vehicle- To ensure the safety and predict the arrival time accurately Evidence to support insurance claims Eliminate unauthorized vehicle use Increase compliance with government rules and regulations

Why VTS?
a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. Fuel and Power Saving Effective Fleet Control Instantaneous Fuel Level Monitoring Decreasing the Accident Risk Driver and Load Security Evaluation of Drivers Performance Monitoring the Delivery Time Safer Vehicle Renting

VTS target areas

a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. School and Employment: VTS can alert when vehicle is approaching Public Service: VTS avoids misusage Railroads : VTS can monitor the wagons online Private Yatches and Fishing Boats : VTS locates the vehicle in case of emergency Logistics, Cargo, Distribution, Transportation : Fleet management Police : Communication with other vehicles Rent a Car Firms: Monitor the vegicle in agreement terms Working Vehicle: Monitoring vehicle which project they are working

Advantages
a. b. c. d. e. f. g. h. i. j. k. l. m. Prevent smuggling Knowing the exact location of the vehicle Storing data about routes of vehicle Providing information to customer Security for theft Save Fuel Cost Distance Travelled Protect against False time sheet submission Increases number of pick-ups and Deliveries per day Track Report Documentation Vehicle Idle Time Monitor Speed/ Driver Increase Productivity

Technology Used for VTS

a. Instantaneous Location Targeting: Positioning 2-3 metres with GPS Satellite Help b. Acknowledging the Position: via GSM, SMS or Data Line c. Monitoring the Vehicle Online: Tracking the position of the vehicle on digital maps via an online monitoring program

How does VTS work