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Measures to Manage Traffic Congestion :forbidden: - Coggle Diagram
Measures to Manage Traffic Congestion :forbidden:
Enhanced Traffic Monitoring
Can Alert drivers of Traffic Congestion and hence avoid them from travelling on that road. In the event of a vehicle breakdown, drivers can take an alternative route. :no_entry:
Pro and Cons
Benefits
Drvers can avoid spaces with trafic congestion
Disadvantage
Traffic monitoring only encourages us to drive elsewhere and does not reduce the number of vehicles on the road
Credits:
https://www.esci-ksp.org/archives/project/intelligent-transport-systems-its-in-singapore
Example
Green Link Determining System (GLIDE) detects vehicles and pedestrians at major road junctions and then adjusts the green time according to traffic conditions
Expressway Monitoring Advisory System (EMAS): When there is a vehicle breakdown or an accident, there will be live information made to drivers on the roads about current situation. Drivers can opt to take another route.
Telecommuting
Employees can work from home and do not need to travel from place to place. People can stay in touch wth colleagues even though not physically in the offce. This eliminates need for people to and from workplaces. Thus reduciing number of vehicles in the road.
Pros and Cons
Advantage
People do not need to commute, reducing the number of drivers and public transport passengers during peak hours.
Disadvantage
The employee has less personal contact with managers and coworkers, hindering communication.
It can be more difficult for managers to supervise someone working from home.
The worker may have more disruptions at home, resulting in reduced productivity.
Credits:
https://www.straitstimes.com/singapore/telecommuting-a-win-win-situation-for-working-mum
Example:
In Singapore, due to the COVID Pandemic, office workers were required to stay at home and telecommute.
