1. How Mobile Technologies Impact the Transportation Workforce TRB ABG20 (July 1, 2015) Michigan Department of Transportation Mark Chaput, P.E. Deputy Director, Bureau of Field Services ChaputM@Michigan.gov

2. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 2 In Vehicle Resources Manuals Guidebooks Plans Specifications Paper notes in the Field Hand written Manage papers Exposed to elements Misplaced documents

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6. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 6 Cellular and WiFi communications Access to project files Web Access to resources (manuals, guidebooks, You Tube videos, specifications...) Photo and Video documentation Cell Phone, e-mail access Video Chat (FaceTime)

7. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 7 http://www.michigan.gov/econstruction

8. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 8 http://mdotwiki.state.mi.us/construction/index.php/Main_Page

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10. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 10 MiB RIDG E Management and Inspection System Web-Based, In-House Developed Application (http://www.michigan.gov/bridgeinspect)http://www.michigan.gov/bridgeinspect Mobile devices are used for the collection of bridge inventory and inspection condition data.

11. Mobile Technologies 11 The system works with Internet Explorer, Safari, Firefox, Google Chrome and can be used in the field or wherever there is internet access (3G, 4G, etc) System is compatible with several types of mobile devices (Apple iPhones & iPad, Microsoft Surface, Samsung Tablets, etc. Provided more transparency with FHWA, MDOT Executive Management and Local Agencies as information can be accessed anywhere with internet access. 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar

12. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 12 Mobile Device Use No paper forms Photo and video capabilities Apps for Audio notes Phone and Video Chat App Direct link into System Structure inventory data Previous inspection reports Inspection forms Worksheets Manuals and guidelines

13. Mobile Technologies 13 Web Access and Data Collection Summary 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar Request for Action (Follow-up actions for Critical Findings) Work Recommendations Network Condition Analysis for long range work planning

14. Mobile Technologies 14 Currently adding functionality to store files (plans, photos, reports, etc.) Goal is to have a complete electronic file containing all information regarding each structure 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar

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16. Mobile Technologies 2015 TRB ABG20 Education and Training Webinar 16 This technology will allow bridge inspectors to collect specific defect information simply by selected a point on the bridge and entering the quantity and type of defect. MDOT is currently testing field proto types using droid tablets.

17. How Mobile Technologies Impact the Transportation Workforce TRB ABG20 (July 1, 2015) Thank You.