So, what were some key considerations in developing the newly rolled out PIDS?
1. Hi-tech system at a glance
When the original electronic bus arrival panels neared the end of life, LTA began planning for a new system to replace them.
PIDS@Stop, building on the panels’ popular features, uses 4G technology to display multimedia content like videos and bus arrival timings. All buses tap on this technology to transmit their location and the trip they are logged into, every 30 seconds. By combining this data with historical travel information, accurate estimates of bus arrivals can be displayed on PIDS@Stop. The information is shared across both mobile phone bus apps and PIDS@Stop.
That’s not all. To ensure that the system is robust, it is monitored by a team of LTA engineers so that any faults can be swiftly identified and fixed.
2. Inclusive features for more usability
PIDS@Stop is not only low-maintenance, but its user-friendly features also cater to the needs of special groups such as the elderly and the visually impaired. These include:
- Large fonts that can be read easily
- Simple pictograms
- Prominent display of vital information like bus arrival timings and useful messages pertaining to MRT incidents and Public Transport Security.