TIS Dishub DIY: An implementation of traveler information system in special region of Yogyakarta

Abstract

High number of tourist visits is one influencing factor for road congestion. During peak hours of, traveller even need more planning and re-planning actions to ensure the trip will succeed. Therefore, transportation-related information are required to assist traveller for planning trip, finding best route, and looking for public transport facility. Technological advance makes it possible to use technology in transport infrastructure. Traveler Information System (TIS) is an example of technological use in transportation engineering. TIS could help travellers getting information about roads, available public transport, etc. This paper presents implementation of TIS in Special Region of Yogyakarta, Indonesia using object-oriented model. This system offers transportation-related information such as bus routes, and route guidance, also events which took place around the region.