Transforming Traffic Signals & Transport Operations
I’m Richard Thurbin, a technology transformation leader helping authorities, operators, and ITS integrators modernise signal networks with cleaner data, better coordination, and safer, AI‑ready decision making.
About
I bring calm, senior leadership to complex transport and data environments. My background spans enterprise architecture, real‑time platforms, aviation customer systems, and intelligent transport. I help organisations untangle legacy systems, improve operational clarity, and deliver safe, incremental upgrades.
Signature Work: Traffic Signal & Network Modernisation
Reference Data & Interoperability
Building transport‑ready data foundations so controllers, UTC, analytics, and monitoring systems all speak the same language.
Real‑Time Event Streaming
Helping authorities replace batch processes with live, event‑based data flows that enable smoother coordination, better timing, and faster response.
AI‑Ready Decisioning
Preparing networks for adaptive signal control with governance, auditability, and human‑in‑the‑loop design—so innovation lands safely.
How I Help
- Strategy & Roadmapping: Practical, staged modernisation plans for signals and transport data.
- Data Architecture: Clear models, cleaner integrations, and better observability.
- Control Room UX: Simpler dashboards, clearer prioritisation, reduced operator load.
- AI Foundations: Responsible, measured steps toward adaptive and predictive optimisation.
- Programme Leadership: Multi‑vendor alignment and delivery you can trust.
Approach & Philosophy
I make complexity understandable, focus on operator‑centred design, and deliver upgrades in small, safe steps. Everything I do is evidence‑led, vendor‑neutral, and shaped around long‑term sustainability—not hype.
Featured Thinking
Read my writing on AI, data, architecture, and responsible digital transformation:
- Neural Natter — Plain‑English thinking on AI and data.
- AI for Everyone — Accessible explainers for leaders & engineers.
- LinkedIn Articles — Architecture, transformation, and transport insight.
Ready to modernise your signals?
Let's talk about your network and the smallest useful step to create meaningful progress.
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