Business View Magazine - January 2024

E MBRACING TECHNOLOGY AND INFRASTRUCTURE DEVELOPMENT RoadRUNNERTransit is not just about connecting points A and B; it’s about embracing technology and infrastructure to enhance user experience and operational efficiency. Hanway explains the shift in technology to serve riders better. “We moved from a web-based platform to a more intuitive, phone-based platform,” he states. This transition allows for push notifications, providing real-time updates on detours or delays directly to riders’ mobile devices. The new technology also facilitates real-time route adjustments for drivers and informs passengers about temporary bus stops due to unforeseen circumstances like construction.“These upgrades significantly enhance user experience, allowing for real-time bus tracking and estimated arrival times at stops,” Hanway adds. A significant change brought about by the zero- fare policy is the introduction of automatic passenger counters in electric buses. “We repurposed funds from fare boxes to install these counters,” explains Hanway. This technology shift aligns with the transition to electric buses, providing more accurate passenger counts. “We’re expanding this feature to more buses, with funding already secured for additional electric vehicles,” he adds. Speaking on infrastructure, Hanway mentions the construction of a new transit maintenance and operations facility. “This project, initiated The cost difference meant we couldn’t acquire as many buses initially, but we have been working steadily to secure additional funding At DWL|NM, we believe that architecture is not just about buildings; it’s about the people who inhabit them and the communities they shape. Our commitment to service-oriented design reflects this belief, as we consistently put the needs and aspirations of our clients and communities at the forefront of every project we undertake.Whether it’s designing a cutting-edge corporate headquarters or restoring a historic landmark, our approach remains the same: to create spaces that resonate with the people who use them. Our work for the City of Las Cruces’ RoadRunner Transit facilities prioritizes the city’s sustainability goals. The new facilities are targeted to achieve LEED Certification by emphasizing sustainable design requirements such as: site development, water-efficiency, optimized energy performance, use of recycled materials & resources, and indoor environmental quality management. We are proud of our work to support the city’s Climate Action Plan and mission for a greener future. As we move forward, DWL|NM remains dedicated to shaping spaces that inspire, innovate, and endure. Our humble firm prioritizes service-oriented design as the basis for every project. We invite you to join us on this journey, where architecture transcends just building and becomes a force for positive change in New Mexico. DWL|NM: Where design meets dedication, and buildings become legacies. 244 BUSINESS VIEW MAGAZINE VOLUME 11, ISSUE 01 ROADRUNNER TRANSI T