Benefits of E-Ticketing in Highway Construction and Its Future Integration
Publication: Tran-SET 2022
ABSTRACT
Adoption of technology and digitization have proven to be effective methods for construction inspection and material delivery. Despite the fact that various technologies are available to bolster construction inspection and material delivery, there is a dearth of knowledge on effective utilization of mobile technologies for highway construction. The purpose of this paper is to evaluate the e-Ticketing technology in terms of its advantages and to identify key integrations that will enhance its usefulness. A survey was conducted to determine highway construction stakeholders’ opinions on benefits and future integration of e-Ticketing technology. Based on the 53 responses collected from various state DOTs, the study ranked the benefits of e-Ticketing implementation and suggested additional integrations as well. The primary integrations and additional developments for the e-Ticketing platform are automated delivery/dispatch alerts, formattable inspection checklists, fleet management, sensors for temperature monitoring (IR pavers), and as-built drawings/digital blueprints. This study contributes to the existing body of knowledge by examining the opportunities for state DOTs to improve workforce productivity, increase workforce safety and morale, minimize schedule delays, and be prepared for the next pandemic if any.
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