Implementation of the Shunting with TMS (RmTMS) project calls for specific technical requirements that affect both infrastructure managers and railway undertakings:

• Infrastructure manager.
  The use of RmTMS requires a control system release (Iltis) and installations with dwarf signals.
• Railway undertaking.
  Engine drivers must be provided with a terminal device (tablet or smartphone) which is compatible with RmTMS.

The Shunting with TMS (RmTMS) project adopts a staged approach to gradually implement digitalisation of the shunting process while minimising risk. Implementation takes place in the Digital Train Paths Solution (DSO TRS) according to defined implementation steps:

• 'Live test' implementation step.
  In this phase, initial functional tests are conducted to check the technical feasibility and acceptance of the new systems. This occurs within a limited framework whereby certain selected stations are used as test environments. The aim is to obtain insights for the further development and adaptation of the processes.
• 'Pilot operation' implementation step.
  Pilot operation is conducted in selected stations to test and optimise the new processes under real conditions. This phase is used to finalise the technical functionality and the organisational workflows and to prepare for commercial operation.
• Further implementation steps.
  These are planned and adapted on the basis of the insights and the roadmap.

The staged implementation provides enough time to gain the acceptance of all participants and to be able to flexibly adapt the processes. It facilitates a gradual introduction of the new technologies and processes to minimise the risks during development and implementation.

The Shunting with TMS (RmTMS) project offers numerous advantages and has wide-ranging impacts on railway operations:

• Enhanced safety.
  Digitalisation and automation minimise errors and misunderstandings, enhance safety and promote safety awareness among employees.
• Increased efficiency.
  RmTMS improves efficiency in train-control centres through reduced downtime and optimised operational planning.
• Improved punctuality for railway undertakings.
  Digital requisition and predictable shunting movements improve punctuality.
• Optimised planning for railway undertakings.
  Standardised workflows and digital orders simplify planning and help optimise organisational aspects.
• Transparency.
  RmTMS provides a clear overview of shunting movements and improves the data basis for conflict-free assignments.
• No media incompatibilities.
  Digitalisation simplifies and accelerates communications, reduces the cognitive load and eliminates media incompatibilities.
• Forecasts.
  Shunting movements become plannable and can be forecast, helping make timetables more resilient.
• Automation.
  Automated shunting route settings increase efficiency and safety during operations.

Successful implementation of RmTMS requires specific training for employees as part of the TMS learning environment. This training ensures that all participants are familiar with the new digital processes and technologies and can use them effectively.

Fabian Rippstein Bornhövd

Business Owner
+41 79 514 92 13
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Andreas Bärlocher

Business Project Manager
+41 78 803 70 02
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René Wechsler

Business Project Manager
+41 79 771 85 77
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