Regional Transportation District (RTD-Denver)

Business Profile

Core Value Proposition

Regional Transportation District (RTD-Denver) provides convenient bus and rail service to the Denver metro area.

Target Customer

Residents and visitors of the Denver metro area who rely on bus/rail transit for daily travel and trips around the region.

Key Differentiator

Extensive integrated multimodal network (over 100 Local, Regional, and SkyRide routes; 10 rail lines; 113 miles of rail; 96 park-n-rides) guided by a publicly elected board, with real-time trip planning and rider safety programs.

Implementation Timeline

Value is available immediately through daily RTD service; trip planning and real-time updates are ongoing, with service alerts providing timely disruption information.

Pain Points

1Need for reliable, connected transit options across multiple modes (bus and rail) in the Denver area.
2Difficulty planning trips and accessing real-time location/schedule information.
3Rider safety and security concerns requiring proactive measures and reporting mechanisms.

Key Features

1Plan a Trip, Find a Schedule, Next Ride, and MyRide mobile app for real-time locations and scanning to ride.
2Extensive network: 100+ Local/Regional/SkyRide routes, 10 rail lines, 113 miles of rail, 96 park-n-rides.
3Transit Watch and police/safety initiatives to enhance rider security.
4News, events, and service alerts to inform riders of changes and disruptions.

Target Customer Industries

Decision Makers

1Bus Operator
2Train Operator
3Police Officer

Client Results

1Improved mobility and access across the Denver metro area through a large multimodal network.
2Access to real-time transit information and scheduling via Next Ride and MyRide.
3Increased rider safety and security through dedicated Transit Police and safety programs.

Competitive Advantages

1Large, integrated multimodal network offering diverse travel options in one system.
2Real-time location and trip-planning capabilities via MyRide/Next Ride.
3Safety-focused operations with Transit Police and Transit Watch reporting.
4Governing body comprised of publicly elected Board members, providing community oversight.

Key Benefits

1Connectivity across the Denver region through buses, trains, and park-n-rides.

2Real-time trip information and planning tools for convenient travel.

3Safety and security initiatives to support a welcoming transit environment.

Additional Product Information

Product Description

Public transit agency delivering bus and rail services in the Denver metro area, featuring extensive routes, rail lines, park-n-rides, and rider-focused tools.

Target Market

Denver metro residents, workers, students, and visitors needing reliable public transportation.

Unique Value Proposition

An extensive, integrated multimodal transit network in the Denver area, supported by real-time trip planning and a safety-forward approach, governed by a publicly elected Board.

Technical Requirements

MyRide mobile app for scanning and riding; plan trips via the website; note on accessibility: some PDF schedules may not be fully screen reader accessible (accessible schedules available via a separate page).

Pricing Model

Not specified in the provided content.

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