RTM use cases and application examples
|
This page will concentrate on the RTM Use Cases and Application Examples.
The following use cases were identified and structured in a general framework.
Interfaces\Field | Technical | Operational | Legal |
---|---|---|---|
Internal between departments | Standardised data exchange between technical departments (e.g. engineering + capacity allocation) often using different IT technologies and definitions ⇒ synergy effects |
Standardised data exchange between planning and monitoring of operations e.g. timetabling and real-time circulation tracking ⇒ synergy effects |
Improved monitoring of the network condition, via dedicated 'Dashboards' providing network data summaries ⇒ easier & faster data transfer and processing |
National/Business between partners | Standardised data exchange between IMs and their business partners, such as ETCS suppliers and maintenance sub-contractors ⇒ savings in data production and transmission |
Standardised data exchange between IMs and RUs (e.g. for track possessions). ⇒ reduced operational costs |
Ability of RUs to determine permissible train characteristics (esp. braking) on any infrastructure, as required by EU legislation (esp. TSI OPE) ⇒ time savings, less errors |
International between countries, organisations, EU | Standardised data model/exchange on which ETCS-, IT- and other industries can design their products ⇒ from taylor-made to inexpensive mass market solutions |
Standardised data exchange within corridors and between organisations (RNE, ...) ⇒ no need to develop multiple data conversion interfaces |
Standardised/unique data provision to legal obligations; NS, RINF, Inspire, EU Freight corridors, TEN-T network ⇒ Savings in data conversions and reduction of administrational burden |