Mass transit (public transportation) provides shared passenger transportation services for the general public. Transportation modes include buses, trains, metros, ferries and more. Mass transit services typically run on schedules for most hours of the day, serving hundreds of thousands of people, depending on the location. For swift boarding and passenger tracking capabilities, companies are utilizing bar code scanning for ticketing and access control applications.
Bar code scanning technology can aid in providing the best possible passenger services by speeding up boarding activities through automatic data collection. With the ability to track passengers, mass transit companies will gain more business insight for better decision making. Whether ticketing operations are performed automatically via ticketing terminals or through employees, Datalogic ADC can support a wide range of needs with outdoor and indoor solutions as well as mobile ticketing programs with imaging solutions.

	Check-In & Boarding Systems Data collection through the reading of bar codes is a key component to any mass transportation system. By automating the ticketing process, companies are able to provide faster service with more insight into passenger traffic. For instance, knowledge about traffic flow improves preparation for crowds during busy hours. By communicating with the host system in real-time, mobile computers and bar code readers can also eliminate ticket fraud and 'double entry' through ticket validation.
	Mobile Ticketing Another key benefit of using bar code scanners is the ability to support mobile ticketing, a process whereby customers can order, purchase and obtain transit tickets from any location and at any time using a mobile device. By selecting a bar code reader that can read codes from mobile devices, transit companies can improve ticketing services, convenience and accessibility for customers. Additionally, passengers will often experience even faster admittance with the ability to move to shorter lines, if not bypass lines altogether.
	Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Vehicle fleets and automation equipment are used day in and day out, requiring frequent servicing and maintenance to ensure a lasting investment. Automatic data capture can be used at service stations to track repairs, maintenance intervals, work performed and improve inventory management. Implementing an effective scanning solution will help keep the fleet in service by optimizing and automating activities that improve employee productivity and reduce errors.