In the complex field of Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), an independent and expert review is an invaluable tool for ensuring project integrity. As an impartial consultant, I provide thorough auditing services that offer clients and design consultancies a crucial layer of quality assurance and risk mitigation. My meticulous review process scrutinises every aspect of project documentation, from initial designs to final reports, safeguarding against errors, ensuring regulatory compliance and verifying that the proposed solutions are robust, effective and fit for purpose. This vital third-party oversight provides peace of mind, protects your investment and upholds the highest standards of safety and operational excellence.
My auditing services offer a comprehensive approach to project assurance and are designed to provide targeted checks at critical stages of your project, to identify potential issues before they become costly problems.
The success of any ITS scheme is fundamentally linked to the quality of its design. I conduct rigorous Design Checks, carrying out a detailed review of all drawings and plans to verify full compliance with national and local standards, including the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges (DMRB) and the Traffic Signs Regulations and General Directions (TSRGD). Beyond simple compliance, my audit assesses the design against core safety principles and practical operational requirements. This process identifies any potential inconsistencies, hazards or inefficiencies, ensuring the proposed scheme is not only compliant on paper but is also safe, logical, and effective in the real world. This proactive review is essential for mitigating risks and delivering a scheme that functions flawlessly from day one.
Choosing the right technology is critical for the long-term success and reliability of an ITS project. I perform detailed Specification Checks, scrutinising all equipment and software specifications to confirm that the proposed technology is perfectly suited to the design's objectives. My review validates that all components meet the necessary technical and safety standards, are interoperable and offer a future-proof solution. Furthermore, I assess the specifications to ensure they represent good value for money, preventing over-specification or the selection of inappropriate technology. This meticulous validation process guarantees that your procurement is sound, your system is resilient and your investment is protected.
The credibility of a project often rests on the quality of its supporting documentation. Before technical reports, studies or assessments are submitted to clients or regulatory authorities, I can provide a comprehensive Report Check. This service focuses on reviewing the document for technical accuracy, methodological soundness and overall clarity. I review the data, challenge the assumptions and ensure that the conclusions drawn are robust and fully supported by the evidence presented. This final polish ensures a professional, credible and defensible output, strengthening your case and reinforcing the integrity of your work.
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Design Checks:
I conduct thorough reviews of design drawings and plans to verify compliance with all relevant standards, safety principles and operational requirements.
Specification Checks:
I scrutinise equipment specifications to confirm that the proposed technology is appropriate for the design, meets all necessary standards and represents good value for money.
Report Checks:
I review technical reports and studies for their accuracy, clarity and the soundness of their conclusions before they are submitted to clients or regulatory authorities, ensuring a professional and credible output.
Need any other assistance? Please feel free to get in contact to discuss how we might collaborate, I am always happy to discuss opportunities.
Technical executive working with companies (typically at C-Suite level) in the UK and abroad, to provide advice and guidance.
A broad range of consultancy and advisory services relating to ITS and Traffic Signal infrastructure for both Clients and Suppliers.
My role is to deliver the 'vision' for a project, often working with organisationally and geographically spread project teams.
Extensive specialist knowledge of traffic systems which is used to deliver designs to improve capability, safety and efficiency.
As a freelance consultant, I undertake independent audits for clients or as an extra resource for consultancies undertaking work.
I undertake a variety of inspections relating to equipment supply, construction compliance and for existing/legacy installations.
Production and delivery of a range of technical training packages which can be undertaken in-person or online.