Helping transport professionals fast track their success
Phil Charles 
New York City has taken a bold step toward addressing its notorious traffic congestion by implementing a congestion pricing scheme. Listen to a discussion on this article produced by NotebookLM: As of January 12, 2025, motorists entering Manhattan’s busiest districts must pay up to $9, a measure designed to ease congestion and generate funding for … Read more
Urban transportation is witnessing a paradigm shift with the emergence of innovative transit modes. On-demand transit services, like ride-sharing and demand-responsive buses, offer flexibility and convenience, reducing wait times and optimising routes. Micro-mobility solutions, such as electric scooters and bicycles, provide last-mile connectivity, alleviating traffic congestion and reducing carbon footprints. Integrated transport systems, which seamlessly … Read more
Urban transport systems are the lifeblood of cities, facilitating the movement of people and goods, connecting communities, and driving economic growth. In the face of burgeoning populations and rising urbanisation, managing these systems efficiently is a daunting task for city planners and policymakers. Without strategic planning, cities can become paralysed by gridlock, where the sheer … Read more
Transforming the transport sector encompasses a comprehensive strategy encompassing the evolution of systems, policy frameworks, and innovations in technology. As urban populations grow and environmental concerns take centre stage, the drive for sustainable transport solutions becomes even more critical. This approach aims to increase efficiency and integrate intelligent systems, while simultaneously prioritising community needs. Key … Read more
As part of addressing transport challenges in a project, such as developing a strategic plan, an infrastructure improvement or a business case, it is useful to identify the issue drivers (pun intended!) as this can help identify root causes and potential solution options or components. To help with this exercise, I prepared a prompt you … Read more
Transport is not just about moving an object from point A to point B; it is a highly complex system that requires careful strategy and planning to ensure efficiency, sustainability, and seamless connectivity. Enhancing Your Strategic Thinking Abilities: Investing in Development for Professional Growth. Being told that you lack strategic thinking can be discouraging, especially when … Read more
The journey of a thousand miles begins with a well-planned and efficient transport strategy. Addressing transport challenges is a complex task that requires careful analysis and creative thinking. Professionals in the transport sector face a range of issues, such as safety, congestion, emissions, and accessibility. To address these challenges, gathering data from various sources and … Read more
Shaping Future Mobility Strategies. Innovative thinking in transport planning is vital to meet the demands of modern urban environments where efficiency, mobility, and accessibility are paramount. As populations grow and the nature of cities evolves, conventional approaches to transport need to be reimagined. Planners are tasked with designing transport systems that are effective today and … Read more
Addressing transport challenges is a complex and multifaceted task. To successfully address transport challenges, it is essential to identify key issues and devise strategies that meet the needs of today’s decision makers while also evaluating their effectiveness over time. Professionals in the transport sector are confronted with a range of escalating issues. From the need … Read more
Don’t just accept everything you read or hear – question and discard any biases by critically assessing the information and making up your own mind. When you use critical thinking techniques to solve problems in your personal or professional life, you can be much surer of a better outcome. Here are the recommended steps in … Read more