TT EP 48: Safer Roads Through Smarter Technology

Can technology change driver behavior and make our roads safer? In this episode of Toll Talk, hosts Kalie Jakovics and Alex Fakeri sit down with Iain Deckard, Senior Enforcement Operations Manager at Neology, Inc., to explore how transportation agencies are using innovative technology to improve roadway safety, reduce speeding, and build public trust. Drawing on his experience in law enforcement, tolling, and intelligent transportation systems, Iain discusses how average speed enforcement, AI, real-time data, and proactive communication are helping agencies move beyond traditional enforcement toward safer, smarter mobility. One of the episode's biggest takeaways is the importance of using the "carrot before the stick." Iain shares how Washington State DOT's average speed enforcement pilot used warning letters before violations, helping encourage positive driver behavior while achieving significant reductions in speeding. Whether you work in tolling, transportation, ITS, mobility, or public infrastructure, this episode offers valuable insights into how technology is helping agencies create safer roads for everyone. Learn more about Neology: 🌐 https://neology.com/ Connect with us: Iain Deckard: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ideckard/ Alex Fakeri: https://www.linkedin.com/in/fakeri/ Kalie Jakovics: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kalie-lastagarkov/ A special thank you to CSG for supporting this episode and for helping drive innovation across customer engagement and payment experiences. https://www.csgi.com/industries/tolling-and-smart-mobility Subscribe to Toll Talk Podcast for more conversations with the leaders, innovators, and organizations shaping the future of tolling, mobility, and transportation. #TollTalk #Transportation #RoadSafety #ITS #TransportationTechnology #Mobility #TrafficSafety #AverageSpeedEnforcement #SmartMobility #AI #Innovation #Neology #CSG