U.S. Representative Rob Woodall Visits Local Innovator Improving Roadway Safety Through Technology

Observes Smartphone App developed by Applied Information that links
cars, pedestrians, traffic signals and first responders

SUWANEE, Georgia–(BUSINESS WIRE)–#ConnectedCar–A new smartphone application, being developed by Applied
Information, Inc., that connects cars, people, traffic signals and
first responders is an example of how technology can be used to reduce
roadway deaths and injuries, and today, U.S.
Representative Rob Woodall (R-GA-07) observed that technology
first-hand.

Woodall, who serves on the House Transportation and Infrastructure
Committee, saw a demonstration of how the TravelSafely™ app connects
motorists with the mobile world around them and provides drivers with
real-time alerts to prevent collisions, red light running, interfering
with emergency vehicles and speeding in school zones. The app also helps
pedestrians and bicyclists avoid accidents by providing alerts to danger
from approaching vehicles.

“The kind of innovation being done right here at home shows not only the
ways in which technology can make our communities safer in the immediate
future, but also how our community is once again leading the charge in
innovation,” said Rep. Woodall. “I’m grateful to the folks at Applied
Information Inc. for taking the time to show me around their operation
and sharing with me how we in Congress can create some pathways to make
America’s work in this area even more successful.”

“We are grateful that Representative Woodall took time from his busy
schedule to see our efforts to improve roadway safety through the use of
technology,” said Bryan Mulligan, President of Applied Information. “We
believe that a connected world just works better and that if you give
people solid, real-time information they will use it to help keep
themselves safe and in turn their communities safer.”

Rep. Woodall toured the Applied Information facility in Suwanee, GA and
was briefed on the latest developments in connected vehicle technology.
He participated in a live demonstration of the TravelSafely app while
riding in an autonomous vehicle with Mr. Mulligan.

The Glance TravelSafely™ smartphone application uses cutting edge
technology to make the promise of connected vehicles a reality. The app
automatically senses whether you are in a car, walking or riding a bike
and provides alerts accordingly. As part of a connected city deployment,
the app connects with traffic signals providing light change countdowns
and red light running alerts. The app also alerts drivers to the
direction of approaching emergency vehicles.

Congressman Woodall represents the Seventh Congressional District of
Georgia, which includes the majority of Forsyth and Gwinnett counties,
and currently serves as Chairman of the Rules Subcommittee on
Legislative and Budget Process, as well as serving on the Transportation
& Infrastructure Committee, and Budget Committee.

About Applied Information –

Applied Information is a leading developer of connected, intelligent
transportation system (ITS) solutions designed to improve safety,
reliability and mobility. Applied Information’s Glance Smart City
Supervisory System™ platform allows cities to manage all their traffic
and ITS assets on one web-based application. This includes 5 key areas:
Traffic Intersections, School Beacons, Parking Guidance System, Mobile
Vehicle Assets and ITS devices. AI’s Glance TravelSafely™ smartphone app
connects drivers, cyclists and pedestrians for a safer commute. For more
information, visit www.appinfoinc.com.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Videos demonstrating the TravelSafely™ application can be
found at: https://goo.gl/Et99Vv
Photos of Rep Woodall and Bryan Mulligan can be downloaded from: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B98cdBf_moAjc0FiWXJWNkxIVXM?usp=sharing

Contacts

Applied Information
Bill Wells, 404-281-7490
[email protected]