HASTUS vs Signal

HASTUS is a configurable operations suite for public transport authorities and operators, covering bus, metro, tram and passenger rail. Its modules span planning, scheduling, operations, on-demand transport, customer information and integrations, with algorithms built to account for each client’s business rules. Planning tools support network redesign and analysis of crowding, coverage, accessibility, ridership and equity. Scheduling tools produce vehicle, rolling-stock and crew schedules; passenger rail functions also handle track access and station staff. HASTUS-OnDemand supports automated scheduling, continuous resource optimization, multimodal trips and management of multiple providers. HASTUS Connect exchanges data with AVL, APC, ticketing and other systems and is included with each installation at no extra charge. Network synchronization can import GTFS schedules to form connections with trains or other agencies’ bus routes. Historical operating data can feed KPI reports and dashboards. SelfBooking+ is available for iOS and Android, while SelfBooking Web supports customer and agent trip management. Pricing is on request.

Signal is a cloud-based workforce platform for rail, construction and plant teams, including contractors, train operators, plant providers and staffing agencies. Its rostering tools schedule workers by availability, preference or proximity to a work site and can recommend staff for open shifts. Fatigue scores update for planned and actual hours using factors such as location, travel time, hotel, shift timing and breaks. The Safety Guard Algorithm also considers working regulations, competence and site experience. Managers can set alerts for weekly hours, consecutive shifts, minimum breaks and shift length. Signal tracks rail compliance items including passports, visa expiries, medicals and PTS. Its worker app provides upcoming work, shift details, availability, travel and hotel bookings, and timesheet sign-off. Timesheets support digital signatures, GPS stamps, authorization and PDF generation. Shift changes can be sent by email, text or push notification. Payroll data exports through an API or configurable files; shifts can be imported from Primavera P6 and Oracle, and plant management integrates with Syrinx. Signal lists Android, iOS, web and API access. Pricing is on request.