AMCON (July 12, 2017) – Space-saving, easy to use, and efficient data transfer – Wilhelm Janßen Omnibusbetrieb now relies on the innovative UFHO software solution from the North German software specialist AMCON for ticket sales in the VGC tariff area. This sets the course for modern ticket sales on buses. The buses operate county-wide on lines 900 and S90 from Barßel to Cloppenburg, while the community transport in Saterland is served on lines 901 and 902.
“The simple operation of the UFHO system has already simplified several operational processes in practice. Our drivers are also enthusiastic. Additionally, having AMCON as a reliable local partner who supports us comprehensively and provides advice and assistance is a great advantage,” says Marco Janßen from Wilhelm Janßen Omnibusbetrieb.
Innovative data transmission
Samsung Active Tab tablets serve as a reliable user interface and on-board computer for the UFHO system, displaying processes for ticket sales, route information, and schedule status. Innovative Bluetooth adapters control the interior and exterior displays. Sales data is transmitted via WLAN or mobile network to the associated UFHO backend system in the AMCON cloud. The timetable data in VDV452 standard is also processed and visualized for the driver on the tablet. For controlling vehicle components, the specially developed Bluetooth/IBIS adapter from ÖPNV-Service is used, which operates the standardized interface to the vehicle systems and is unique in its design on the market. This was previously not possible with tablet solutions. “We are pleased to have convinced Wilhelm Janßen, a customer from our home region, of our UFHO system. The 16 buses have been equipped with the new system for a few days now. The intuitively operable, multi-layered architecture of the UFHO system strengthens productivity, increases customer satisfaction, and accelerates operational processes,” said Olaf Clausen, Managing Director of AMCON GmbH.
Breakthrough of a smart technology
Ticket printers used to require a lot of space. Ergonomically integrating them into the driver’s workspace was previously associated with significant effort. AMCON’s UFHO sales application uses the Samsung Active Tab, a robust and durable tablet, whose vehicle mount can be easily integrated into any vehicle cockpit with minimal space requirements. The Bluetooth-connected printers have also been installed in a space-saving manner in the buses.