The Potential Integration of Smart Cards by Public Transit Operators and Human Service Agencies in Texas (1766-2)
Author(s):
C.A. Weatherby, D.D. Puckett, K.F. Turnbull, C.F. Perry
Publication Date:
October 1999
Abstract:
This report documents the activities conducted during the second year of a two-year research project examining the use of electronic transit fare payment methods, including the potential integration with other electronic benefit cards. The report presents information on institutional mechanisms required for implementation and a case study of a current transit smart card program, and summarizes technical and institutional issues that were encountered in implementing and operating the pilot project. The report describes the potential and alternative approaches for implementation.
Report Number:
1766-2
Keywords:
Smart Cards, Fare Prepayment, Transit, Public Transportation, Electronic Payment, Electronic Benefits Transfer
Electronic Link(s):
Document/Product: http://tti.tamu.edu/documents/1766-2.pdf
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