Google Prism

The Google Prism was an interactive and informative immersion zone, focused on data and AI in transport. With the key themes of connecting people, process, technology and infrastructure, the Google Prism showcased the power of data through a series of fast paced Lightning Talks which discussed the data foundations on which the future of multi-modal transport will be built.

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Tuesday 27 February

13.05-13.40

Using AI to tackle TfL's safety and security challenges

Hear how Transport for London used the power of AI and data analytics to boost efficiency, improve customer experience and increase revenue. And learn why the right connectivity was at the heart of making it happen.

Nick Allen, Technology & Innovation lead, TfL
Ian Bailey, Head of Public Sector, Virgin Media O2 Business

14.10-14.30

Harnessing AI to accelerate safe adoption of autonomous driving solutions

Oxa is harnessing the latest cloud and AI technologies to support the transport sector to make the transition to autonomy today. Join this session to understand more about real-world applications of Oxa's software, including passenger shuttles operating on fixed routes in cities, and how they are deploying safe, secure and efficient autonomy at scale.
Jamie Hodsdon, Global Regulatory Affairs Lead, Oxa

14.40-15.00

Project Green Light: Reducing stop-and-go traffic and emissions in Greater Manchester

Greater Manchester’s road network includes 2,400 traffic signals and millions of journeys every week, so improving traffic flow is complex. Join Google Research and Transport for Greater Manchester to learn how they have pioneered the use AI and local data and expertise to deliver significant reductions in traffic and related emissions.

David Atkin, Data Analysis and Reporting Manager, Transport for Greater Manchester

Nitzan Tur, Project Green Light Engineer, Google Research

15.50-16.10

Mobile First cEMV: next generation customer experience

The latest Google Wallet innovations allows transport agencies with contactless ticketing systems (cEMV) to offer a next generation user experience. Learn how to build trust and get full value from fares policy by meeting the users where they are: their digital wallet"

Jonathan Hill, Head of Transit Partnerships, Google Wallet

16.15-16.35

Where to start with AI use case identification and building the business case for scaled AI adoption and geospatial data

In this lightning talk, Ancoris will present on how its helped organisations in both Public Sector and Maritime implemented Generative AI solutions to drive efficiencies, automate processes, and increase access to information. Learn how we’re also leveraging Google Maps capabilities and data to increase geolocation accuracy within these solutions.

Shaun Hudson, Principal Consultant, Ancoris

16.35-17.05

Panel: Asking the right questions when procuring AI and data driven solutions

Clients don’t need to be experts in AI to glean the benefits, but they need to know what questions to ask when specifying and procuring AI and data based solutions. Our panel of technology providers discuss how to start the conversations that lead to the best outcomes.

Panellists

Peter Lindgren, Head of Digitisation, TRL

Mark Bell, Project Director - Technology & Systems, Mott MacDonald

Sam Li, Senior Innovation Officer, Transport Strategy, Transport for Greater Manchester

Moderator: Chacasta Pritlove, Transport Lead, Google Cloud

17.15-17.30

Google Cloud AI announcement on keynote stage in exhibition hall

With contributions from Chacasta Pritlove, Google Cloud; Sarah Sharples, DfT; David Oliver, PA Consulting

Wednesday 28 February

10.20-10.40

Building a data pipeline for lost assets

D2 x SymTerra showcase how a tool built on google technology can help manage and track asset across an entire supply chain. Ever wondered how you can connect your assets to your supply chain so that they can instantly generate reports with photos, videos, maps, and time stamps, which are easily shareable with key stakeholders and integrate with other company systems? Join this session to see how you can build a reliable pipeline of real-time asset information, directly from the point of work.

Sarah Crawley, Co-Founder, SymTerra

Graeme Clarke, Utilities Manager, D2 Global

10.40-11.00

AI & technology for accelerated climate action

AI is having a transformative effect on climate progress. Join this session to hear how Google's AI-powered geospatial solutions are helping decision makers to develop and implement climate action plans, reduce emissions in the urban environment, encourage sustainable transport, and improve climate resilience for the long run.

Aron di Castro, Director, Geo Sustainability Partnerships, Google Maps

11.00-11.20

Right place, right time: Meeting passenger expectations through better use of data

Beryl Bikes’ priority on service reliability has been a key feature when trying to encourage people to switch to a more sustainable form of transport. Find out how Beryl have developed a powerful, glitch-free customer-facing app, as well as fully functioning bikes and e-scooters to ensure their service is available in the right places, and at the right times, to meet customer demand.

Phil Ellis, CEO and co-Founder, Beryl Bikes

12.10-12.30

Making roads safer for all with advanced AI technology

Transport for West Midlands is collaborating with VivaCity to harness advanced AI technology to identify Near Miss hotspots. Offering a step-change in road safety management via a proactive approach, hear how TfWM is using these insights to understand road safety risks and make region-wide, targeted and measurable improvement to prevent future collisions based on data evidence.

Shane Foley, Strategic Partnership Lead, VivaCity

12.40-13.10

Bringing AI to life: Next-GENAIration Transport Hackathon

Google Cloud will share the latest thinking on how to accelerate adoption of the latest AI technologies across the UK’s transport system through an industry-leading hackathon. Dive deep into the mission and use cases this opportunity creates, and how to get involved!

Session led by: Chacasta Pritlove, Transport Lead, Google Cloud