Use Case Library
Replica works with state and local government agencies, AEC firms, and enterprise clients across the United States who use our data model to answer pressing questions. See below for our use case library:
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Worker-Transit Impact Study
RideKC wanted to determine how many workers are relying on transit to get to/from work along a heavily trafficked commercial and industrial area where transit routes and sidewalks were incomplete/non-existent. The goal of the study was to determine potential employment turnover due to lack of job access, estimate annual labor needs/losses because of it, and partner with major employers to fund transit improvement and expansion.
Tags: Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Analyzing Weekend vs Weekday Spend by Neighborhood & Industry
El Paso utilizes the combination of Replica’s mobility, spending, and demographic data to understand changing behavior patterns post-COVID, and to support downtown economic development strategies.
Tags: Consumer spend data
EV Action Plan
The Washington State Transportation Electrification Strategy aims to reduce transportation emissions by 57% by 2030, with the majority of the reduction slated to come from electric vehicles. To support this plan, the WA Department of Commerce has incorporated Replica data, along with other data sources, into its EV action roadmap.
Tags: Multimodal, Link-level volumes
Transportation Inequity & Proximity Analysis
The Brookings Institution used Replica data to analyze travel patterns in metropolitan areas, aiming to design neighborhoods and transportation systems that maximize proximity benefits. This analysis helps identify trends in travel patterns.
Tags: Custom Zones, Traveler demographics
Transit Ridership Analysis
New York City Transit (NYCT) is utilizing Replica data to analyze the travel behaviors of New Jersey residents commuting to Manhattan and using the subway system. Replica's data allows NYCT to track individual movements.
Tags: Multimodal, Trip Purposes, Traveler demographics
Statewide NEVI Planning
IDOT integrated Replica with Justice40 and US DOE datasets to evaluate existing and planning EV charging stations relative to the travel patterns of lower-income, minority populations.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Custom ODs, Traveler demographics
Speed Limit Adherence Analysis
The City of El Paso aimed to investigate speed limit adherence on neighborhood roads and arterials. The analysis used Replica's average 'free flow' speeds to visualize neighborhoods based on driving speed patterns.
Tags: Link-level speeds
Bus Network Redesign
The NYS Association of MPOs used Replica data to inform a Shared Cost Initiative for a bus network redesign in Oswego, NY. This work assessed how transit service modifications would impact ridership.
Tags: Multimodal, Custom ODs
Determination of Sales Tax Projections
The City of Topeka analyzed Replica's consumer spending data to help forecast sales tax revenue.
Tags: Consumer spend data
Corridor Study and Transit Connectivity
The Capital District Transportation Council conducted a study of a specific corridor in Brunswick, aiming to understand the share of auto trips that could shift to transit.
Tags: Custom Zones, Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Creating a Regional Profile
Together, Replica and SEPTA used data to create a profile of the service area that included pandemic recovery trends and trip taker characteristics.
Tags: Custom ODs, Pre-Post Pandemic Changes
Developing Regional Mobility Plan
DuPage County's regional mobility plan received significant updates with Replica data to understand resident and worker travel patterns and needs.
Tags: Custom ODs, Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Win Reconnecting Communities Grant Funding
Replica played a pivotal role in securing a $19 million grant for Rancho Cordova, California's Reconnecting Communities project.
Tags: Custom ODs, Multimodal
Win RAISE Grant for Multi-Modal Connector
NYSDOT needed accurate bike and pedestrian data to support a cost/benefit analysis for a RAISE Grant Application.
Tags: Custom Zones, Multimodal, Link-level volumes
Intersection Prioritization for Bike and Ped Detection Equipment
Broward County received funding to upgrade thermal bike and pedestrian detection equipment at intersections, utilizing Replica data for analysis.
Tags: Multimodal, Link-level volumes
Travel Survey Supplement
PANYNJ used Replica data to generate metrics previously reported in a travel survey, aiding in understanding if Replica data can supplement such surveys.
Tags: Custom ODs
Corridor Plan
The City of Overland Park conducted a corridor study to analyze the relationship between land use and transportation.
Tags: Custom ODs, Multimodal, Traveler demographics, Trip Purposes
Origin-Destination Study
For the Congestion Management Process, the local MPO is undertaking a review of travel characteristics within Collier County using Replica's seasonal disaggregate data.
Tags: Custom ODs, Multimodal, Trip Purposes
Next Generation Transit Strategy
The Sacramento Area Council of Governments and Arup utilized Replica data to assess current transit network conditions and inform improvements.
Tags: Custom Zones, Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Establishing the "New Normal" for Transit
Chicago RTA relies on Replica Data to monitor evolving transit commuter trends during and post-pandemic.
Tags: Pre-Post Pandemic Changes, Multimodal, Custom ODs
Micromobility Planning
The City of Grand Rapids is using Replica's demographic data to inform targeted access for micromobility investments.
Tags: Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Greenhouse Gas Inventory
Replica assisted CMAP in creating detailed greenhouse gas inventories for municipalities.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Custom ODs
Analysis of Journey to Work and Telecommuting
Miami-Dade TPO sought to understand remote work trends and their effects on traffic congestion post-COVID.
Tags: Pre-Post Pandemic Changes, Traveler demographics, Trip Purposes
Prioritizing Intersections for Pedestrian Safety
Replica conducted analysis for New York City to prioritize safety improvements across numerous intersections.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Traveler demographics
Integrating VMT Data to Meet State Planning Requirements
Replica collaborated with SACOG to comply with California's environmental requirements for development projects through VMT analysis.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Custom ODs, Custom Zones
Converting Vehicle Lane to Bike Lane
KLD utilized Replica to assess the impact of converting a vehicle lane to a bicycle lane on a NYC bridge.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Custom ODs
Creating Walkable Infrastructure
The City of El Paso studied relationships between walkable places and trips, aiming to promote walking as a mobility option.
Read the interactive story report here.
Tags: Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Identify Gaps and Inequities in Transit Services
Replica collaborates with TMD to analyze unmet demand for transit services.
Tags: Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Analysis of Commercial Freight Patterns
JEO utilized Replica commercial freight data to identify freight "hot spots" for MPOs.
Tags: Custom ODs, Link-level volumes
Improving Access to Public Transit
Replica assisted in the MTA's Extending Transit's Reach Plan focusing on enhancing access to public transit.
Tags: Custom Zones, Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Examining Economic Segregation Outside the Home
Replica collaborated with El Paso to investigate economic segregation and its mobility needs.
Tags: Traveler demographics, Trip Purposes
Equitable Siting of EV Charging Infrastructure
The City of Newburgh used Replica data to identify locations for installing EV charging stations.
Tags: Traveler demographics, Custom Zones
Measuring the Equity Impact of Bridge Toll Increases
SPUR utilized Replica data to analyze the impact of potential toll increases on travelers.
Tags: Custom ODs, Link-level volumes, Traveler demographics
Transit Line Equity Analysis (Commute Focus)
The Chicago Regional Transportation Authority analyzed the demographic breakdown of transit ridership, emphasizing inequities in commutes.
Tags: Custom ODs, Traveler demographics
Develop Economic Baseline for Proposed Redevelopment
The City of Kansas City used Replica data to establish an economic baseline for a proposed redevelopment.
Tags: Multimodal, Custom Zones
E-Bike Impact Calculator
RMI’s e-bike calculator uses Replica data to quantify environmental and economic benefits of e-bikes.
Tags: Custom ODs, Multimodal
Diagnosing Pedestrian Safety
Metro Analytics utilized Replica data to identify safety challenges for pedestrians and develop targeted strategies.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Traveler demographics
Walkability Study
The City of Overland Park used Replica to create its Walkability Plan on College Boulevard Corridor.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Traveler demographics, Custom ODs
Mapping Daytime Population Changes and Flows
Using Replica, RTA estimated daily commuter counts during different pandemic periods.
Tags: Multimodal, Custom ODs, Custom Zones
Analyzing Short Trips for Human-Scaled Mobility Options
Replica partnered with Alta Planning + Design to promote human-scaled mobility strategies.
Tags: Multimodal, Link-level volumes, Custom Zones, Trip Purposes
COVID Transportation Impact Dashboard
Replica partnered with CMAP to maintain analyses of transportation trends during the pandemic.
Tags: Multimodal, Custom ODs, Pre-Post Pandemic Changes
MPO Congestion Management Process
The Capital Region Transportation Council used Replica data for their Congestion Management Process update.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Link-level speeds, Custom ODs
Commercial Market Report for NYC BID
Union Square Partnership used Replica data to highlight the neighborhood's economic recovery.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Consumer spend data, Trip Purposes
Merriam Drive Corridor Study
Three adjacent cities used Replica for a shared report on a transportation corridor.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Multimodal, Traveler demographics, Consumer spend data
Analysis of Regional Workforce & Commutes
The Kansas City Area Development Council examined local commute patterns using Replica data.
Tags: Traveler Demographics
Development of Local Strategic Transit Plan
Arlington County Transit utilized Replica for analyzing bus travel patterns in support of their transit plan.
Tags: Traveler demographics, Trip Purposes
Analysis of Labor Force to Court Major Private Sector Investment
Replica assisted KCADC in providing detailed labor force information for a manufacturing company considering relocation.
Tags: Traveler demographics
Development of Public Transit Solutions for Elderly and At Risk Populations
RideKC and Cass County used Replica data to address transportation needs for the elderly.
Tags: Multimodal, Traveler demographics, Trip purposes
VMT Reduction Study
The Brookings Institute utilized Replica to measure the effect of residential proximity to activity centers on total trip distances.
Tags: Link-level volumes, Traveler demographics, Multimodal
2050 Metropolitan Transportation Plan
The Greater Buffalo Niagara Regional Transportation Council utilized Replica for their long-range plan post-COVID.
Tags: Traveler Demographics, Multimodal, Pre-Post Pandemic Changes