The Smart School Bus Revolution in Saudi Arabia

According to a recent statistic from the United States, 55% of those who died in traffic-related accidents were students, and 45% were drivers. Between 2009 and 2018, 1,207 people died in school transportation-related crashes, averaging 121 deaths per year. The scenario in Saudi Arabia closely mirrors these statistics due to its road conditions and the rate of traffic violations.

The Challenge

Every day, countless children step onto school buses, entering what has, until now, been a blind spot for parents and school authorities alike. From the blind spots behind buses that lead to accidents, to the suffocating overloads, and the unknown trials of vehicle maintenance and internal conditions – the risks are many, but the visibility has been minimal. The result? An unsettling uncertainty that surrounds one of the most routine parts of our children's day.

A Vision for Change

To address the challenges of school bus transportation and ensure safety protocols, the Transport General Authority (TGA) has announced the implementation of automated video monitoring for educational transport vehicles starting this February.

This initiative aligns with the Kingdom's Vision 2030 to improve the quality of life and raise safety levels for public transport services across Saudi Arabia's cities and regions.

Here, the Smart School Bus Initiative emerges as a beacon of hope and innovation.

Current Scenario in Saudi Arabia

For the last few years, Saudi Arabian system integrators have been sourcing video telematics solutions, mostly dashcams, for public transport monitoring purposes. As this territory is new to such technology, challenges in acquiring the right AI dashcams and compatible software are prevalent. In this context, implementing a Smart School Bus Solution becomes challenging without customized software and the best AI dashcams. However, to comply with policy, there is a rush to adopt this solution.

Core Components of the Smart School Bus

We, Bongo IoT Team have been conducting research for years and accumulating technologies available world-wide for the smart school bus, and now presenting you how a smart school bus system should look like:

1. Comprehensive Dashboard & Mobile App for School Admins:

Features include a central control tower, real-time tracking, route optimization & geofencing, live streaming video, driver behavior monitoring, fleet health reports, and audio monitoring.

2.?????? Driver App:

Equips drivers with route familiarization, advanced driving assistance, and smart navigation tools, ensuring that every journey is as safe as possible.

3.?????? Parent App:

Offers parents peace of mind with real-time updates on bus ETAs, live in-fleet video footage, and comprehensive fleet health, temperature monitoring and much more.

4.?????? Smart ID Card for Students:

Automates attendance recording as students board the bus, streamlining safety checks.

5.?????? SOS Button:

An in-bus emergency feature that allows both students and drivers to seek immediate assistance when needed.

6.?????? AI-Dashcam for 360-Degree Video Coverage:

Ensures no corner is left unmonitored, enhancing safety and accountability.

7.?????? Advanced Driver Assistance System:

Instant alerts and warnings for forward collision warning, lane departure warning, blind spot detection, adaptive cruise control, traffic sign recognition, rear-collision warning, pedestrian detection etc.

8.?????? Audio Monitoring Systems:

Revolutionizing communication, this feature allows for distraction-free, hands-free interaction between drivers and school administration.

While there are many features integral to the Smart School Bus Solution, these are core components that need addressing.

Anytime, Anywhere Video Monitoring Access for Government and Administrative Authorities as Well!

Bongo IoTs Leap Forward

Bongo IoT is at the forefront, collaborating with Saudi system integrators to realize Vision 2030's goals. By providing Smart School Bus Solutions, we're part of a movement towards safer, more innovative school transportation.

Join us in this transformative journey, where every child's safety is our priority. Together, we can make safer school commutes a reality.

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