Mission

The Intelligent Transportation Systems Joint Program Office (ITS JPO) is a joint program established by the Department of Transportation to support the development, acquisition, and implementation of intelligent transportation systems (ITS). ITS aims to reduce travel times, improve safety, and enhance mobility for all users. The program works closely with various stakeholders, including state and local governments, private companies, and research institutions, to leverage their expertise and resources.

Research Areas

The ITS JPO supports research in several key areas, including: * Intelligent transportation systems design and development * Operations research and analytics for managing traffic flow * Cybersecurity and resilience for IT systems * Data-driven decision making for transportation planning and policy

Initiatives

The ITS JPO implements various initiatives to support ITS development, including: * The ITS National Research Program (NRP), which provides funding for research projects in several areas * The ITS Joint Planning and Implementation Process (JPIP), which brings together stakeholders to develop and implement ITS projects * The ITS Cybersecurity and Resilience Framework, which provides guidance on implementing cybersecurity measures for ITS systems