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Ridgewood NJ, with congested highways and the daily toll of commuting, roadway safety is an ongoing concern in the Garden State. Now, a cutting-edge technology firm is offering a game-changing, AI-powered solution to help New Jersey improve traffic flow and reduce accidents.
Rekor Systems, a company at the forefront of artificial intelligence and roadway analytics, believes that smart technology could be the key to transforming how transportation is managed in New Jersey and beyond.
“Our roadways are dumb, and our cars are getting smarter and smarter every day,” said Charles Degliomini, Executive Vice President of Rekor Systems. “Why aren’t we as a country leaning into this, and using AI to make things better?”
AI-Driven Traffic Intelligence: The Rekor Approach
Rekor’s platform, Rekor One®, utilizes AI-powered computer vision, edge processing, and predictive analytics to collect and transform trillions of data points from:
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Bluetooth and connected vehicle data
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Traffic cameras
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Weather systems
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Existing infrastructure
This data is then analyzed and delivered to Transportation Management Centers (TMCs) in the form of real-time, actionable alerts via the company’s Rekor Command® software.
“If there’s a missing [DOT] camera, we can see through Bluetooth data, connected car data, weather data, and other important inputs,” Degliomini explained. “We can quantify what’s happening — like a crane blocking a roadway — without needing a live video feed.”
Rekor in Action: Tested and Trusted in Other States
While the New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) is still evaluating Rekor’s solutions, the system is already being used successfully in Florida, South Carolina, and Texas. These states are harnessing AI to improve:
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Accident detection and response times
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Real-time traffic management
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Predictive modeling for infrastructure planning
Degliomini emphasizes that the technology is privacy-conscious — Rekor’s systems do not capture license plates and are designed to complement, not replace, human workers.
“Does it displace someone from digging up a roadway with a jackhammer? Perhaps,” he said. “But can that same person be trained to install a sensor on a pole? Absolutely.”
Why It Matters for New Jersey
New Jersey’s aging infrastructure and heavily traveled roadways make it an ideal candidate for intelligent transportation solutions. With AI platforms like Rekor, the state could:
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Enhance commuter safety
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Reduce congestion and delays
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Make data-driven infrastructure decisions
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Detect and respond to incidents faster
As NJDOT continues to collect roadway data, the integration of AI and machine learning may be the next logical step in creating smarter, safer highways across the state.
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