Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation

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1 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 For updated information look under November 2001 at: CONFERENCE ORGANIZERS: Transportation Research Board (TRB) New York State Department of Transportation (NYSDOT) SUPPORTING SPONSORS: Federal Highway Administration (FHWA) Bureau of Transportation Statistics (BTS) American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials (AASHTO) Northeast Association of State Transportation Officials (NASTO) CONFERENCE THEME: Meeting the need for data in the changing world of logistics and freight transportation. CONFERENCE OBJECTIVES: The changing focus of the global competitive market is imposing change on the existing transportation infrastructure, trade corridors, and markets. The purpose of this conference is to provide transportation officials with a broader understanding of the data issues associated with this change. Participants will present and discuss freight data availability and the emerging needs of business and government. The specific objectives of the conference are to: C C C C C Provide an overview of freight transportation and emerging trends; Identify the availability of regional and national data; Identify the data required to address policy questions; Examine analytical and forecasting capabilities; Discuss new actions or strategies to obtain and enhance freight data and analysis;

2 C C Develop research recommendations to set priorities for TRB, FHWA and BTS; and Identify strategies for improving freight data collection and closing the gaps in data that are required for the development of policies, plans and programs.

3 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 WHO SHOULD ATTEND? The data needs conference is designed for those interested in freight issues from local, regional, state and national transportation professionals and policy makers; researchers from academia and other institutions; and practitioners from both the public and private sectors. Participants will share and derive useful insights regarding data availability, how data is currently used and the needs for the future. The conference will cover all modes and seek to promote interregional discussion and cooperation. CONFERENCE FORMAT: The conference will feature a combination of policy speakers, transportation professionals from government and academia and discussion panels. There will be a plenary session and several panel sessions designed to allow significant time for active discussion by attendees.

4 PRELIMINARY PROGRAM Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 Wednesday, November 14, :00 am - 9:00 am Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:00 am - 9:15 am Welcome and Introductory Remarks 9:15 am - 10:00 am The Emerging Importance of Freight Data Joseph Boardman Ashish Sen Christine Johnson Paul Bingham Commissioner, NYSDOT Director, Bureau of Transportation Statistics Associate Admin. of Operations, FHWA (invited) Principal, DRI-WEFA, Inc, and Chair, TRB Committee on Freight Transportation Data (A1B09) 10:00 am - 11:00 am The National Perspective This session will summarize the growing importance of freight movement to the national economy, trends in freight flows and critical issues for the future. The usefulness of current data sources for effective analysis will be addressed. Tina Casgar Paul Ciannavei Lance Grenzeback Jerry Leonard Executive Director, Foundation for Intermodal Research and Education Principal, Reebie Associates Senior Vice President, Cambridge Systematic Inc Martin Labbe Associate 11:00 am - 11:30 am Break 11:30 am - 12:30 pm A New York State Perspective New York State DOT has a major initiative to improve its global competitiveness by enhancing freight mobility within the state and within the world economy. This initiative will serve as the framework

5 for discussion of the effectiveness and deficiencies of current freight data sources. Nathan Erlbaum Planning and Strategy Group, NYSDOT 12:30 pm - 2:00 pm Lunch Luncheon Remarks on: The Changing World of Freight Transportation Michael Gallis, Michael Gallis & Associates

6 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm Panel: Critical Issues Facing Freight Data Collection and Analysis The panelists will identify critical issues that must be addressed to provide adequate data and analytical tools to support the freight flows required by the evolving global economy. Michael Walton George List Julius Gorys Glen Weisbrod Susan Lahsene Bruce Lambert Ernest H. Cockrell Centennial Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin Professor and Chair, Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute Senior Planner, Ontario Ministry of Transportation President, Economic Development Research Group Transportation Planning Manager, Port of Portland Transportation Economist, FHWA 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm Break 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Panel: (continued) Critical Issues Facing Freight Data Collection and Analysis 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Reception (Cash Bar) Thursday, November 15, :00 am - 8:00 am Continental Breakfast 8:00 am - 10:30 am Panel: The Future for Freight Transportation Data Collection and Analysis Panelists will suggest organizational actions and collective strategies to improve the usefulness of freight data and tools. Rick Donnelly Susan Lapham Gary Tulipan Paul Ciannavei Bob Costello Principle Consultant and Vice President, PB Consult Subsidiary of Parsons Brinkerhoff Associate Director, Bureau of Transportation Statistics Principal Transportation Analyst, Transport Canada Principal, Reebie Associates Chief Economist & Director, Economic and Statistics Department, American Trucking Associations, Inc Frank Southworth Leader Transportation Planning and Systems Analysis Program, Oak Ridge Laboratory 10:30 am - 11:00 am Break

7 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Recommendations for Action and Further Research Facilitated discussion with the objective of determining freight data gaps, actions necessary to close these gaps, and a research agenda. Moderator: 12:30 pm Adjourn Michael Walton, Ernest H. Cockrell Centennial Chair, Department of Civil Engineering, University of Texas at Austin

8 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION INFORMATION: The fee for Conference Registrations that are postmarked or faxed by October 15, 2001 is US $85.00/CDN $ After that date, the registration fee will be US $120.00/CDN $ The fee includes all conference sessions, a continental breakfast on both November 14 and 15, luncheon on November 14, a reception with a cash bar on November 14 and refreshments at breaks. See the other side of this page for the conference registration form. Please complete all information, keep a copy for your records, and send the Conference Registration Form with payment to NYSDOT by October 15, Mail your Conference Registration Form to: Art Hombach NYS Dept. of Transportation RRMB, Bldg. 4-G Washington Ave. Albany, NY QUESTIONS? Contact Jay Higle at (518) ( jhigle@gw.dot.state.ny.us) or to Art Hombach at (518) ( ahombach@gw.dot.state.ny.us). If you prefer, mail or fax your questions to Jay Higle at NYSDOT, 1220 Washington Avenue, State Office Campus, Building 4-G-18, Albany, New York , FAX (518) Please note: hotel accommodations are NOT included in the conference registration fee. Hotel registration must be booked separately.

9 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York, USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FORM Mail to: Arthur Hombach, NYS Dept. of Transportation 1220 Washington Avenue State Office Campus Building 4-G-18 Albany, New York Name: Last First & Middle Initial Name for Badge: Title: Affiliation: Address: City: Country: Zip Code: Telephone: Fax: On November 13, 2001, will you need transportation from: (Check One) Albany Airport 9 Albany/Rensselaer Train Station 9 No transportation needed 9 Expected arrival time at Albany: Conference Registration Fee Early bird (by 10/15/01) After (10/15/01) and On-Site p.m. Payment (must accompany form) $ US $ CDN $ US $ CDN Enclosed Payment $ Please register on-site after November 9, Sorry, no refunds after November 9, Conference Registration: For registration information contact Arthur Hombach at (518) 457-

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11 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York, USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS: The conference will be held at the Gideon Putnam Hotel, 24 Gideon Putnam Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Telephone 1-(800) or 1-(518) ; Fax (518) The Gideon Putnam is a national landmark, located on the grounds of the Saratoga Springs State Park, less than one mile from historic downtown Saratoga Springs. A block of rooms has been reserved at the hotel until October 15, Rooms are available on a firstcome, first serve basis at the rates of US $82.15 single/ US $96.46 double until October 15, Reservations will be accepted after October 15, 2001 based on availability. Reservations must be guaranteed. The current tax of 11% is included in the conference rate. If you are a tax exempt organization, please include a copy of your tax exemption certificate with your registration. Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check out is 1:00 pm. Please make arrangements for your room directly with the hotel, at 1-(800) If you prefer, you may use the form below for hotel registration. See other side of this page for hotel reservation form. Please send your hotel reservation directly to the Gideon Putnam, and make arrangements with the Gideon Putnam for payment: THE GIDEON PUTNAM 24 GIDEON PUTNAM ROAD SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK or fax your registration to the Gideon Putnam at (518) [credit card payments only] If you cancel your plans to attend the conference, cancel your registration and hotel reservation. When cancelling a reservation by telephone, record the date, cancellation number, and the name of the person accepting the cancellation. While NYSDOT staff cannot make, change, or cancel reservations, we are available to assist you. If you need assistance from NYSDOT with hotel registration, call Jay Higle at (518) ( jhigle@gw.dot.state.ny.us).

12 Data Needs in the Changing World of Logistics and Freight Transportation Saratoga Springs, New York USA Wednesday and Thursday, November 14-15, 2001 HOTEL REGISTRATION FORM The conference will be held at the Gideon Putnam Hotel, 24 Gideon Putnam Road, Saratoga Springs, NY 12866: Telephone 1-(800) or 1-(518) ; Fax (518) The Gideon Putnam is a national landmark, located on the grounds of the Saratoga Springs State Park, less than one mile from historic downtown Saratoga Springs. A block of rooms has been reserved at the hotel until October 15, Rooms are available on a first-come, first serve basis at the rates of US $82.15 single/ US $96.46 double until October 15, Reservations will be accepted after October 15, 2001 based on availability. Reservations must be guaranteed. The current tax of 11% is included in the hotel's conference rate. (If you are a tax exempt organization, please include a copy of your tax exemption certificate with your registration). Check-in time is 4:00 p.m. and check out is 1:00 pm. Please make arrangements for your room directly with the hotel, at 1-(800) If you prefer, you may use the form below for hotel registration. Please send your hotel reservation directly to the Gideon Putnam, and make arrangements with the Gideon Putnam for payment: Rates: Single: $ Double: $ (sharing with ) Suites: $ Arrival: (Day), November, 2001 am/pm Departure: (Day), November, 2001 am/pm Name: Last First & Middle Initial Title: Affiliation: Address: City: Country: Zip Code: Telephone: Fax: VISA MC AE Check Payable to: The Gideon Putnam Hotel Card # Expiration / Signature Special Requests: (bed size, no smoking, accessibility needs, etc.)

13 Mail Hotel Reservation Form to: THE GIDEON PUTNAM 24 GIDEON PUTNAM ROAD SARATOGA SPRINGS, NEW YORK or fax your registration to the Gideon Putnam at (518) [credit card payments only]

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