Hungary-Szombathely: Data-driven synergies for mobility

As a municipality, how can we leverage existing and untapped data to actively encourage both the public and economic sectors to enhance traffic flow, both directly and indirectly?

Current Situation:

• The city faces recurring traffic congestion during morning and evening hours, along with unresolved traffic issues lacking effective solutions.
• Over the past decade, the number of cars has risen by 30%, and the city's significance as an economic center has grown, leading to increased transportation demands.
• Presently, there is a lack of coordination, limited traffic monitoring sensors, scarce explicit data, and a shortage of data processing experts.
• The municipality aims to find synergies that can create a multiplier effect, resulting in improved traffic conditions.

Expected Future Situation:

• The primary expectation is to achieve an improved traffic situation with reduced congestion, leading to smoother and more efficient transportation.
• By effectively utilizing data, there will be an enhanced perception of the traffic situation, creating a positive and welcoming atmosphere for residents and visitors.
• Long-term transformation of city infrastructure to cater to evolving transportation needs and demands.
• Boosting the regional competitiveness of the city through a comprehensive development of the transportation ecosystem, which encompasses various interconnected elements.

By harnessing the power of data and fostering collaboration between various sectors, the municipality envisions a future where traffic flow is optimized, creating a more desirable and competitive environment for residents, businesses, and visitors alike.

Benefits for Participating Innovative Companies:

• Gain entrepreneurial knowledge and real-life market feedback.
• Develop user experience and product market fit.
• Engage in workshops with city decision-makers and have an impact on regulations.
• Access city traffic databases for testing market fit.
• Opportunity to pitch for a budget to pilot their solutions.
• Possibility of involving business angels for co-funding.

Published on 01 August 2023.