About a year ago, Sain published a blog discussing the use of big data as an alternative for traffic data collection during COVID-19. At that time, travel behavior changed, the number of vehicles on the roads had decreased, and peak hours were not the same when compared to pre-pandemic times. Since manually collecting reliable traffic…
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This week’s blog, written by Becky White, PTP, was recently featured in The Zweig Letter, a unique management newsletter for the AEC community. Every issue is packed with news you can use, analysis of important trends, management tips and best practices, important events and resources, plus an inside look at how real people in real…
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Birmingham has experienced a wave of redevelopment in urban space within recent years. With multiple incentive programs in play and the millennial desire to live and work in the City, it is unlikely that redevelopment will slow down (pending any paradigm shift caused by the COVID-19 pandemic). Sain Associates has been fortunate to team with…
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2020 has involved some overwhelming times, so we want to bring you some Christmas fun this holiday season! Because there is no better time for a good laugh during stressful times, check out our rendition of “How COVID Stole Christmas.” We hope you enjoy it and that you are safe, happy, and healthy. Merry Christmas…
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In last week’s blog, we looked at several factors that may be contributing to an increase in fatality rates per miles driven since the COVID-19 pandemic began. It’s important to think about what we can do to reduce the risk of death or serious injury in road crashes. How can safety professionals address the “new…
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For several months, the COVID-19 pandemic has upended everyday routines and greatly impacted our health and economy. Typically, as economic activity declines, travel decreases, and the risk of being involved in a road collision also decreases. However, recent data from the National Safety Council (NSC) shows otherwise – emptier but riskier roads. Preliminary estimates from…
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COVID-19 has significantly impacted daily life around the world. Many people are teleworking, schools are adopting distance learning in greater numbers, and more entertainment and retail activity are occurring online than ever before. These lifestyle adjustments have led to travel behavioral changes that allow planners to reclaim underutilized roadway lanes for other purposes, such as…
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The attendance at the EDAA conference was approximately 170 and usually is 400 or more. The EDAA group is like family for my wife, Rachel, and me since we have been attending for over 20 years. It feels weird to social distance and wear masks at the summer conference when I’m used to handshakes and…
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It was just before 1 pm on a Friday in June. With in-person meetings going virtual due to COVID-19, a car ride commute was not part of my schedule. Instead, I turned on my laptop and was ready for my virtual coaching call with Vengreso’s “Selling with LinkedIn” course. Earlier that week, I started the…
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