With the development of the social economy and the gradual improvement of people's living standards, the personalized demand for public transportation services is increasing. In urban areas with sparse passenger flow and in regions where travel demand is relatively small and dispersed, there are problems such as high-empty rates and oversupply, leading to resource wastage and losses for public transport operating companies.
To address these issues, Golong's Demand Responsive Transport can be implemented in rural areas where travel demand is small and relatively dispersed. In areas with low passenger demand density, where public transport services are inadequate—such as remote areas with no public transport services—appointment-based and Demand Responsive Transport can be organized to meet the personalized and diverse service needs of the broader population. Demand Responsive Transport can effectively achieve real-time sharing and precise matching of travel demand with capacity supply information, significantly improving vehicle utilization rates and reducing empty runs, thereby achieving cost reductions and efficiency improvements in public transport operations.
Demand Responsive Transport is a new type of "reservation" service and represents a new trend in smart transportation. It relies on technologies such as mobile internet and wireless communication to provide reservation-based responsive services. Its operational mode is quite flexible, allowing for scheduling based on the specific needs of the business and diversified payment method planning. It combines the characteristics of personal and public transport, compensating for the shortcomings of traditional public transport.
This innovative service reflects the demand for intelligence and personalization. Compared to traditional travel methods, Demand Responsive Transport is oriented toward meeting passengers' personalized and diverse service needs by providing tailored public transport services in response to passenger travel requests. Passengers can choose from various ways to make reservations, including online programs, phone bookings, and real-time reservations at offline booking terminals.
Demand Responsive Transport offers dual-channel reservation services both online and offline. Smart terminal reservation stations integrated with mobile payment functions have been deployed at public transport operating sites in Hangzhou, providing passengers with convenient public transport reservation services. The booking stations are user-friendly, allowing passengers to check bus reservation status in real-time via device screens and complete specific operations.
The reservation terminals seamlessly integrate with the Golong SaaS platform system, ensuring system security, stability, and the uniformity of software and hardware. Customized solutions can be provided for routine travel scenarios such as students going to school, residents attending markets, and visiting relatives and friends during holidays. While maintaining the integrity of system functions, Golong can offer personalized Demand Responsive Transport solutions that support software modules and hardware facilities, adapting to the unique characteristics and project requirements of different cities.
The emergence of Golong's Demand Responsive Transport is an efficient application of digital technology in public transit and represents an innovation and leading initiative in the domestic public transport sector. It not only promotes the intelligent, green, and sustainable development of urban transportation but also unlocks new scenarios for smart transportation to comprehensively assist the lives of citizens. With technological advancements and widespread market applications, more people will be able to enjoy the convenience of reservation services.