27.3BRT Stakeholders
Individually, we are one drop. Together, we are an ocean.
Ryūnosuke Akutagawa, writer, 1892–1927
The stakeholders that typically require accommodation in the BRTMC are presented in Table 27.1.
Table 27.1BRT Stakeholders, with a High-Level Indication of Roles and Responsibilities
Stakeholder | Roles and Responsibilities |
Information Systems and Technology (IS&T) Contract; ; |
- Operate and maintain the BRT system’s IS&T infrastructure.;
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Operations Control |
- Monitor and control BRT operations, including vehicle tracking and scheduling, driver monitoring, and the vehicle subsystem;
- Respond to customer demands.;
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Automatic Fare Collection |
- Monitor and take corrective action to address AFC system failure and fare evasion;
- Apportion fees and analyze travel data.;
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Safety and Security |
- Perform surveillance of BRT routes, vehicles, stations, and customers;
- Take corrective measures to negate safety and security risks and fare evasion;
- Interact with regional emergency management services (EMS), ambulances, and firefighting services;
- Liaise with law enforcement agencies, e.g., police and traffic police.;
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Call Center |
- Interface with internal BRT staff;
- Interface with the public, the regional TMC (where applicable), and other government departments.;
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Facility Management |
- Take responsibility for the facility infrastructure, premises, security, and housekeeping.;
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Other BRT stakeholders that might not require accommodation in the BRTMC itself are listed in the table below.
Table 27.2Stakeholders Not Necessarily Accommodated within the BRTMC.
Stakeholder | Roles and Responsibilities |
Financial Services | Manage assets, budget, treasury, and accounts.; |
Vehicle Contract | Manage and operate vehicles. |
Station Services Contract | Keep the station in good condition. |
Emergency Management Services | Manage incidents and disasters. |
Public Transport Regulator | Regulate with respect to public transport and the BRT system. |
Road Maintenance and Civil Works | Maintain public roads and station works. |
Law Enforcement Agencies | Police and control traffic. |