Iteris, Inc. was selected by the South Carolina Department of Transportation (SCDOT) to upgrade and operate the State's next generation 511 Traveler Information System. A component of the award includes IterisPeMS(TM) (iPeMS), a unique, system that authenticates and analyzes multiple sources of traffic data for performance measuring and management. The three-year contract, valued at approximately $2.5 million, includes two one-year options for ongoing operation and maintenance.

Under the terms of the engagement, Iteris will lead a team of highly qualified partners experienced in the delivery of traveler information systems. This new system will be implemented in phases and will include the following new features and enhancements: Improved voice recognition software; Robust performance measurement and management (via iPeMS); Easy-to-use systems navigation with additional functionality; Email alerts that deliver personalized, real-time traffic information; Mobile solutions applications for iPhone and Android platforms and improved 511 website with additional features.