Procurement of a more efficient railroad system

Journal Article · · Transport. J.; (United States)

OSTI ID:6652875

Detmold, P J

An analysis of how new technology penetrates the railroad system and who initiates the changes suggests ways for improving the procedures. The author identifies a six-step process in transport development which includes invention, innovation, information dissemination, and persuasion. He concludes that poor economic justification and the lack of capital explain the low rate of equipment replacement. The nature of the market and the need for standardized specification appear to influence procurement changes, but both suppliers and transport operators must be convinced of the need for change. The Advanced Train Control Systems Project illustrates how the initiation process works.

• Research Organization: Railway Association of Canada, Quebec
• OSTI ID: 6652875
• Journal Information: Transport. J.; (United States), Vol. 26:2
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

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