[#Draft1] Summary - Summary_ReaderResponse: "Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic"

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In the article “Tapping Tech for Smoother Traffic”, Tay (2018) emphasized on the use of advanced range of smart technology to improve traffic system in Singapore over the years. Since Singapore’s independence, its main challenge was to accommodate the transportation system to the increasing population with limited amount of space available. According to the article, the 1975 Area Licensing Scheme (ALS) was implemented to tackle congested traffic. Tay claimed that even with progression made in road traffic, ALS is highly incapable to meet the demands of complicated road systems by 21st century. The author also mentioned that Land Transport Authority (LTA) has approached the issue by introducing an automated system, Intelligent Transport System (ITS) with Electronic Road Pricing (ERP) as one of the main developments. This helps in controlling the traffic system and maximize road networks to ease users’ road journey. Tay concluded that Singapore is striving to develop better urban mobility to meet the diverse needs of commuters.


The article by Tay(2018) mainly elaborated the initiatives incorporated to ease the issue of traffic congestion in Singapore.

As Singapore remains to face insufficient land for building of infrastructure, the government has initiated to opt for the use of technology. The application of technological advancement allows the development of transportation system making it more efficient and reliable for commuters. As stated in Tay’s article, land-scarce Singapore is facing constant challenges to cater to the growing population. According to a website, Tim Risbridger (2019) stated that “In total, 12% of Singapore’s land is occupied by its road network” and “forward thinking in adopting technology to address the demands and capacity of its existing road infrastructure”. Hence, technology is the biggest domain in driving Singapore’s transportation system. 

Adding on, the government highlighted the importance of digital technologies in achieving the idea of being a ‘smart nation’. Tay mentioned that Singapore is progressing towards becoming a smart nation by maximizing the use of technology. In the article, “Enabling smart transportation in today’s interconnected world”, Eric (2018) mentioned that “the nation strives to rev up its Smart City ambitions – and smart transport is one of the crucial elements to achieve that”. Also stated by Civil Service College (2019) in a website, “public transportation system is on the cusp of another technological revolution”. This shows that the government is embracing change for the better of its citizens.

Last of all, having in place the Intelligent Transport System, has beneficially improved the transportation system. The author reported that ITS including ERP has resulted in smoother traffic which allows motorists to reduce the time travel and road density. Her statement is supported by a research that states that “improved mobility for freight and consumers including better access to transportation is projected to augment the deployment of ITS systems over the forecast period”. From the above supporting statement, Singapore has improved in its transportation system with the help of ITS. It has enhanced the traffic conditions and minimized the road accident fatalities.

In conclusion, addressing the demands of transportation is crucial to ensure Singapore is keeping up with the burgeoning population. Continuing to expand the road networks has not been seem to be a sustainable option. Therefore, smart transportation is the key to resolve the ever-growing needs. Overall, Singapore is hoping to offer more sophisticated transport system so as to achieve its purpose of providing an integrated and sustainable road journey for its citizens.

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Resources:
1)      Arcadis. (n.d.). How Digitization Helped Singapore Outperform the World by Tim Risbridger. Retrieved from https://www.arcadis.com/en/asia/our-perspectives/sustainable-cities-mobility-index-asia/how-digitization-helped-singapore-outperform-the-world-by-tim-risbridger/

2)      Hui, E. (2018, August 13). Enabling smart transportation in today's interconnected world. Retrieved from https://www.businesstimes.com.sg/opinion/enabling-smart-transportation-in-todays-interconnected-world

3)      Public Transport Planning and the Technological Revolution. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.csc.gov.sg/articles/public-transport-planning-and-the-technological-revolution

4)      Tay, Q, W (2019). Tapping Tech for Smooth Traffic. Retrieved September 30, from https://www.clc.gov.sg/docs/default-source/urban-solutions/urb-sol-iss-13 pdfs/11_case_study-singapore-intelligent-transport-systems.pdf

5)      Global Intelligent Transportation System Market Size: ITS Report 2025. (n.d.). Retrieved from https://www.grandviewresearch.com/industry-analysis/intelligent-transportation-systems-industry.


 -edited on 03/10/2019

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