Number of Pages : 62 leaves
Adviser : Prof. Glen A. Imbang
Abstract
There are variety of things dubbed as "smart technology" - like smart phones, smart cars. In the construction industry, the application of smart roads are already introduced in some parts of the world. These technologies can minimize accidents, and/or contribute in the global environment sustainability efforts. The future of smart road technology on the Philippine highways is being explored, so that preparations can be led by the national government with the support of private organizations. In addition, this can bridge the gap with the nation's construction industry and the smart road technology being applied in foreign countries.
The ten-step process on scenario building was followed. Variables were identified and grouped into three : Government, Technology and Private sector. The government policy against the technology adoption served as the primary mix of the scenarios. The first scenario involves all the sectors in developing a smart road future. A Smart vehicle infrastructure integration is done which will use several fields in engineering, and technology to alleviate the traffic problems, reduce road accidents and improve the road quality. Technology adoption will accelerate. The private sector will also engage in developing technologies that is focused on safe transports, materials and processes that will bring quality roads, and solutions that can ease traffic congestion, since they have an attractive client, which is the government. The next scenario, the government became conservative in implementing infrastructure and technology related projects. Private companies took advantage of the fact that there is only limited players in the sector, and the technology the company could produce can be an industry standard, making more profits for the company. But the hit of the private sector is centered on harnessing more renewable energy sources. The third scenario, the government shifted its focus from infrastructure and technology to other sectors. Private sector are hesitant to dive into the technology. The slow internet connectivity makes it harder for suppliers to implement new technologies for road safety. The last scenario involves a robust continuous implementation of infrastructure and technology projects throughout the country, however Private companies are hesitant to invest into this sector due to the high capital needed, and the market growth.
To effectively implement smart roads across the country, there are variables to consider - particularly in the government and the technological sector. Other technology foresight tools relevant in the case that covers a longer time frame is encouraged for future studies.
The ten-step process on scenario building was followed. Variables were identified and grouped into three : Government, Technology and Private sector. The government policy against the technology adoption served as the primary mix of the scenarios. The first scenario involves all the sectors in developing a smart road future. A Smart vehicle infrastructure integration is done which will use several fields in engineering, and technology to alleviate the traffic problems, reduce road accidents and improve the road quality. Technology adoption will accelerate. The private sector will also engage in developing technologies that is focused on safe transports, materials and processes that will bring quality roads, and solutions that can ease traffic congestion, since they have an attractive client, which is the government. The next scenario, the government became conservative in implementing infrastructure and technology related projects. Private companies took advantage of the fact that there is only limited players in the sector, and the technology the company could produce can be an industry standard, making more profits for the company. But the hit of the private sector is centered on harnessing more renewable energy sources. The third scenario, the government shifted its focus from infrastructure and technology to other sectors. Private sector are hesitant to dive into the technology. The slow internet connectivity makes it harder for suppliers to implement new technologies for road safety. The last scenario involves a robust continuous implementation of infrastructure and technology projects throughout the country, however Private companies are hesitant to invest into this sector due to the high capital needed, and the market growth.
To effectively implement smart roads across the country, there are variables to consider - particularly in the government and the technological sector. Other technology foresight tools relevant in the case that covers a longer time frame is encouraged for future studies.
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