North Northamptonshire Council has partnered with Omnibus, opting to manage its timetables, NaPTAN database, roadside infrastructure and data exports through a cloud-based solution. The solution will include the OmniTIMES, OmniMAP, OmniFLAG and TransXChange (TXC) Tools software, providing enhanced data security, improving flexibility and collaboration, and reducing infrastructure costs.
Public Transport Officer at North Northamptonshire Council Elise Northfield said: “We are excited to partner with Omnibus. We wanted a partner with an established track record of delivering innovative solutions to local authorities, and one with the resources to meet all our expectations. With all the solutions accessed via the cloud our teams can easily collaborate on tasks and share accurate data downstream, all of which will save valuable time and cost.”
OmniTIMES gives users one source of truth for importing, designing, editing and storing timetables in one central repository, and OmniMAP allows for routes to be plotted, including all bus stops, with accurate distance calculations. The mileage information can then be used to work out costs.
OmniFLAG provides a single source of bus stop information for use in timetables, publicity and journey planning, and comes preloaded with existing NaPTAN data, which Omnibus says can save users both time and money. It also includes an infrastructure asset management database for recording and monitoring bus stops and associated equipment. TXC Tools allow transport authorities to easily view, import and share files with operators and downstream systems.
Founder of Omnibus Peter Crichton said: “We are pleased to partner with North Northamptonshire Council and provide a proven cloud-based solution that will deliver immense value and support a wide range of improvements to work processes and reduce costs.”
