The Georgia Department of Transportation (GDOT) has upgraded its advanced traffic management system (ATMS) with TMC video wall hardware and intelligent network-based visualisation software, provided by Activu.

Activu, with assistance from GDOT, Delcan and Mitsubishi, updated the agency’s TMC by providing a display array comprising nine (3×3) 2,032mm LED illuminated displays.

The US-based company also supplied network-based intelligent visualisation and collaboration solutions, resulting in a command and control centre that is completely integrated with GDOT’s digital systems and roadways’ assets.

Activu CEO Paul Noble said that GDOT wanted this entire project completed in record time to meet a mission-critical deadline.

"Activu CEO Paul Noble said that GDOT wanted this entire project completed in record time to meet a mission-critical deadline."

Georgia, as a part of its preparations to host the centennial Olympic Games in 1996, developed intelligent transportation systems (ITS) infrastructure (NaviGAtor) to ensure the smooth flow of goods, athletes and visitors from across the world.

Over the years, the state has witnessed a rise in new businesses and population, accompanied by demand for residential and commercial development, resulting in rise in traffic density and demands on its transportation infrastructure.

To cater to these requirements, GDOT selected Activu to upgrade its ITS infrastructure and integrate its TMC with 1,645 video detection system cameras, 500 full-colour closed-circuit television cameras, its NaviGAtor II and 511 systems, changeable message signs, Navigator website and smartphone applications.

According to the agency, the move will help in smoothing flow of traffic, as well as in prompt and efficient responses to traffic incidents.

Headquartered in New Jersey, US, Activu is a provider of IP-based visualisation and collaboration solutions for mission critical command and control centre environments.