Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) are used to assess, monitor, predict, and give alerts on specific corridors based on different characteristics of the traffic.
KPI API is specifically designed to provide in-depth insights into the performance of defined traffic corridors. It empowers users to effectively assess, continuously monitor, accurately predict, and receive timely alerts regarding the traffic flow and various characteristics on the road segments or routes that matter most to them.
The main key features and benefits are:
- Focused corridor analysis: KPI API allows you to define or select specific road segments or entire routes (corridors) for detailed analysis, which provides granular insights into the performance of critical parts of your traffic network.
- Continuous monitoring and pattern identification: By tracking KPIs over time, you can continuously monitor the health and efficiency of your corridors, to allow the identification of existing traffic patterns and trends that might not be immediately obvious to human operators.
- Predictive capabilities: KPI API goes beyond simply displaying current conditions, by offering the ability to predict future traffic trends on these specific corridors. A proactive insight allows for early intervention and the implementation of preventative measures to mitigate potential issues.
- Customizable alerting system: KPI API provides functionality to set up and receive alerts based on predefined thresholds for specific traffic characteristics within your monitored corridors. Alerts can be triggered by various conditions, allowing for prompt responses to deviations from normal traffic flow.
- Integration with other systems: Like other PTV Flows APIs, the KPI API is designed for seamless integration into existing traffic management systems and software solutions, via its RESTful interface. It enables the automation of workflows and the incorporation of KPI data into broader analytical platforms.
The KPI API is a valuable tool for several use cases, including:
- Performance monitoring of key arterials: Track the efficiency of major roads and highways to identify bottlenecks and areas needing improvement.
- Evaluation of traffic management strategies: Assess the impact of traffic management measures on specific corridors by monitoring relevant KPIs before and after implementation.
- Early detection of congestion build-up: Utilize predictive capabilities to anticipate potential congestion on critical routes and take proactive steps to manage traffic flow.
- Incident management and response: Set up alerts for sudden changes in traffic flow on corridors prone to incidents, enabling faster response times.
- Event traffic management: Monitor key corridors leading to and from event venues to ensure smooth traffic flow and manage potential congestion.
- Zone impact assessment: Analyse the effect of construction activities on traffic flow within and around work zones using defined KPIs.