ETA Transit Successfully Deploys CAD/AVL System at Stony Brook University 

Boca Raton, Florida – March 26, 2025 – ETA Transit Systems, a leading provider of innovative transit technology solutions, proudly announces the successful deployment of a CAD/AVL project in collaboration with Stony Brook University. Awarded in January 2025, the project was implemented just one month from the kickoff call, ensuring a seamless transition after the university’s previous vendor discontinued service at the end of 2024.

The purpose of this project is to enhance campus mobility and improve operational efficiency with state-of-the-art transit technology. The system includes ETA’s flagship product, SPOT®, a cloud-based CAD/AVL solution, featuring:

On-Board Systems: A rugged onboard computer providing efficiency for bus operators through single sign-on, eliminating the need to log into multiple systems.

Back-Office Software: A comprehensive web-based platform with modules for planning, detour management, dispatching, reporting, driver messaging, and more.

Real-Time Passenger Information: Available via the web, with a white-labeled app coming soon, enabling passengers to plan trips, track buses in real-time, and receive live service alerts.

The project also includes Automatic Passenger Counters (APCs) for ridership analytics, Automated Voice Announcements (AVA) for improved accessibility, and soon a custom white-labeled mobile app, giving students and staff instant access to transit updates and trip-planning tools.

Joshua Adler, Project Manager at ETA Transit Systems, says, “This project demonstrates our ability to deliver cutting-edge transit technology under tight timelines. We are thrilled to provide Stony Brook University with an innovative solution that enhances both operations and rider experience.”

George Volz, Director of Transportation at Stony Brook University, stated, “Providing our campus community with reliable, up-to-the-minute transit information is a top priority. ETA SPOT’s technology allows us to do just that, with features like real-time tracking, messaging, and alerts that keep our Seawolf riders informed about their commutes. Furthermore, we’re excited about the added accessibility this partnership brings through Automated Vehicle Announcements. This system is a win for both efficiency and inclusivity.”

About Stony Brook University Transit

Stony Brook University is New York’s flagship university and No. 1 public university. It is part of the State University of New York (SUNY) system. With more than 26,000 students, more than 3,000 faculty members, more than 225,000 alumni, a premier academic healthcare system and 18 NCAA Division I athletic programs, Stony Brook is a research-intensive distinguished center of innovation dedicated to addressing the world’s biggest challenges. The university embraces its mission to provide comprehensive undergraduate, graduate and professional education of the highest quality, and is ranked as the #58 overall university and #26 among public universities in the nation by U.S. News & World Report’s Best Colleges listing. Fostering a commitment to academic research and intellectual endeavors, Stony Brook’s membership in the Association of American Universities (AAU) places it among the top 71 research institutions in North America. The university’s distinguished faculty have earned esteemed awards such as the Nobel Prize, Pulitzer Prize, Indianapolis Prize for animal conservation, Abel Prize, Fields Medal and the Breakthrough Prize in Mathematics. Stony Brook has the responsibility of co-managing Brookhaven National Laboratory for the U.S. Department of Energy — one of only eight universities with a role in running a national laboratory. In 2023, Stony Brook was named the anchor institution for The New York Climate Exchange on Governors Island in New York City. Providing economic growth for neighboring communities and the wider geographic region, the university totals an impressive $8.93 billion in increased economic output on Long Island. Follow us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/stonybrooku/ and X @stonybrooku.

About ETA Transit Systems

ETA Transit Systems is a leading provider of innovative transit solutions, committed to revolutionizing public transportation for agencies and passengers alike. Our state-of-the-art technology is designed to enhance efficiency, safety, and the overall transit experience. ETA specializes in CAD/AVL technology to include automatic passenger counting (APC), GTFS and GTFS-RT, traveler information systems, and digital display systems for public transit agencies, universities, and other shuttle bus operations across the United States. For more information, visit etatransit.com, email sales@etatransit.com, or call (800) 382-0917.

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