SERVICEEDGE TBEST PRO SOLUTIONS
Metro Pro
Advanced Ridership Estimation for TBEST
Metro Pro extends TBEST with a flexible ridership-estimation model structure designed for local bus, Bus Rapid Transit, and rail networks. Build forecasts without the burden of developing parcel-level land-use inputs.
Model. Calibrate. Forecast. Built for agencies, MPOs, DOTs and transit-planning consultants.
RIDERSHIP ESTIMATION FOR REAL-WORLD PLANNING
A More Flexible TBEST Modeling Foundation.
Metro Pro is designed for organizations that want the analytical power of TBEST without relying on locally configured parcel land-use data. The model works with TBEST Census and employment inputs and adds sensitivity to a broader range of transit modes, allowing planners to build consistent ridership forecasts across different markets and service types.
SIMPLIFY
Reduce Data Preparation
Use TBEST Census and employment data without requiring a locally developed parcel land-use layer.
EXPAND
Model More Modes
Support local bus, Bus Rapid Transit, Heavy Rail, Light Rail and Commuter Rail within one modeling framework.
REFINE
Calibrate to Local Conditions
Configure model parameters to better reflect agency size, service levels, local conditions and observed ridership.
METRO PRO MODEL STRUCTURE
Built to Extend TBEST Without Rebuilding Your Data Environment.
Metro Pro can be deployed as an alternative ridership-estimation model structure within TBEST. It uses the familiar TBEST planning environment while providing a model configuration designed for broader geographic applicability and multimodal transit systems.
- Compatible with TBEST Census and employment data
- No locally configured parcel land-use dataset required
- Supports local bus, BRT and rail-mode sensitivity
- Configurable model parameters for agency-specific calibration
- Designed for repeatable scenario and service-planning analysis
Managed model delivery. Metro Pro model files can be distributed to licensed users through the ServiceEdge TBEST deployment environment, helping keep model structures aligned with TBEST application updates.
MULTIMODAL SENSITIVITY
One Model Framework. Multiple Transit Markets.
Metro Pro expands TBEST ridership estimation beyond conventional local bus service so planners can evaluate more diverse transit networks within a common analytical structure.
Local Bus
Core fixed-route bus service and conventional transit networks.
Bus Rapid Transit
Model sensitivity for BRT services with differentiated operating characteristics.
Rail Modes
Support for Heavy Rail, Light Rail and Commuter Rail planning applications.
A PRACTICAL MODELING WORKFLOW
From Existing TBEST Data to Scenario Forecasts.
Metro Pro is designed to fit into the way transit planners already work in TBEST.
1
Prepare
Use an existing TBEST transit system together with Census, employment and service data.
2
Calibrate
Configure model parameters and compare estimated results with observed agency ridership.
3
Forecast
Evaluate service, network and scenario changes using a consistent ridership-estimation structure.
4
Compare
Review results across alternatives and communicate forecast impacts to planning stakeholders.
PLANNING APPLICATIONS
Designed for More Than a Single Forecast.
Service Planning
Evaluate network changes, route restructuring and service alternatives using a consistent forecasting framework.
Long-Range Planning
Support corridor, modal and regional scenario testing for agency, MPO and state planning programs.
Consulting & Studies
Apply a repeatable TBEST-compatible model structure across defined client projects and licensed service areas.
METRO PRO
Start With the Core Ridership Model.
Metro Pro is the foundation model for local bus, BRT and rail-oriented ridership estimation. It is the right fit when transit access is primarily modeled through the standard TBEST service-area framework.
NEED COMMUTER ACCESS SENSITIVITY?
Upgrade to Metro Pro Commuter.
Metro Pro Commuter builds on Metro Pro by adding enhanced commuter-market functionality, including Park-n-Ride drive-access sensitivity for services where station and stop access extends beyond the immediate walk market.
LICENSED & MANAGED DEPLOYMENT
Keep the Model Available to the People Who Need It.
Metro Pro licensing is designed around organizations and defined service areas rather than individual seats. ServiceEdge can manage model deployment and updates so authorized TBEST users receive the appropriate model package for their licensed geography.
Agency Licensing
Support authorized users within a transit agency and its licensed service area.
Regional & State Use
Structure licensing for MPO, regional or statewide planning environments.
Consultant Licensing
Use Metro Pro for defined client geographies and project-based or portfolio workflows.
EXPAND YOUR TBEST PRO ENVIRONMENT
Add Applications, Data and Commuter Modeling as Needed.
APPLICATIONS
GTFS Pro Apps
Specialized applications for GTFS network alignment, NTD Directional Route Miles and service-change comparison.
MODEL UPGRADE
Metro Pro Commuter
Extend Metro Pro with Park-n-Ride drive-access sensitivity for commuter-oriented transit markets.
OPTIONAL DATA
TBEST Pro Data
Add optional client-specific transit-system and socioeconomic data downloads through a separate annual subscription.
SEE METRO PRO WITH YOUR TRANSIT SYSTEM
See How Metro Pro Fits Your Planning Environment.
A Metro Pro demonstration can be configured around your agency, service area and TBEST environment so your team can see how the model supports its actual planning workflows.