MoDOT is continually working to improve safety and alleviate congestion on its roadways. Transportation Systems Management and Operations (TSMO) consists of operational strategies and systems that aim to optimize safe, efficient, and reliable use of existing and planned transportation infrastructure.
MoDOT's TSMO program helps get people safely to where they want to go!
TSMO strategies help to improve roadways by directly addressing many of the root causes of recurring and non-recurring congestion. These strategies range from projects and tools, to policies and procedures, to organizational structure.
TSMO Success Story #15 - FIFA World Cup Preparations
The 2026 FIFA World Cup is making its way to Kansas City! Planning has been underway for quite some time, as the region expects to see an influx of roughly 650,000 visitors to witness the action.
In this video, Assistant Safety and Emergency Management Director Michael White talks about the coordination that is taking place behind the scenes to keep traffic flowing once the events begin. The eyes of the world will be on Kansas City, and it’ll take all the TSMO tools we have to ensure a smooth-running operation.
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Benefits of TSMO:
- Improving safety by alleviating causes of congestion, alerting travelers and clearing incidents quickly through effective traffic incident management.
- Providing impactful solutions at a low cost by using resources wisely. Improving transportation on existing infrastructure and planning for maximum efficiency in future infrastructure.
- Improving reliability and mobility of the transportation system. By operating a reliable transportation system goods are able to move smoothly, advancing economic development.
Examples of TSMO Strategies:
- Signal Timing
- Traffic Incident Management
- Smart Work Zones
- Ramp Metering
- Real-Time Traveler Information
