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Meet the OMF! Upcoming Events
Connect with the OMF staff and community at upcoming spring events like CoMotion, NACTO, GovTech 4 Impact and IPMI.
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What’s New & Great in CDS
Two years of the Curb Data Specification.
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Now an official release, CDS 1.0 is a new digital Read more
The Collaborative Key to Civic Innovation
The OMF’s SMART Curb Collaborative is a group of ten cities that are using a collaborative approach to innovation and new tech adoption, leveraging shared learnings to create open source tools for all.
Thanks to this grant, cities across the United States will Read more
By embracing shared values and leveraging collaborative tools – from Read more
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Congratulating the FY23 SMART Grant Recipients
Thanks to this grant, cities across the United States will have the funding needed to build data and technology capacity – a critical part of creating safer, more equitable, and environmentally sustainable transportation systems.
As an open-source organization, the Open Mobility Foundation welcomes various Read more
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Already more than two dozen cities and companies are adopting Read more
MDS & Data Privacy at the OMF
Learn more about the OMF’s work to support and enhance privacy practices, including key resources for cities and companies using MDS.
Use Cases: How & Why Cities Use MDS
Cities use MDS to manage mobility programs because it provides data that is comprehensive, precise, and up-to-date. Learn more about how MDS is used to support equity, sustainability, and other key use cases.
A Change at the OMF
A note from the OMF’s Executive Director on his new role as the City of Boston’s Chief of Streets under Mayor Michelle Wu.
Guidance for Using MDS Under GDPR Released by OMF’s Privacy Committee
The OMF’s Privacy, Security, and Transparency Committee has engaged with legal counsel to create detailed guidance on using MDS in the context of GDPR in the European Union.
Announcing MDS 1.2.0
The 1.2.0 release adds new features that support privacy and digital policy, and improve data quality.
Endorsing the Privacy Principles for Mobility Data
The OMF proudly endorses the Privacy Principles for Mobility Data, designed to guide the mobility ecosystem in the responsible use of data and the protection of individual privacy
MobilityData Joins the Open Mobility Foundation as an Advisor
GBFS is governed by MobilityData, and MDS is managed by the Open Mobility Foundation. While the specifications serve different purposes, they – like our organizations – work closely together.
How to Get Involved in the Open Mobility Foundation
As an open-source organization, the Open Mobility Foundation welcomes various types of participation and contribution. Not sure where to start? This is your guide to getting involved.
What’s Next for MDS? Previewing Upcoming Versions
Learn more about what the OMF, our members, and community of contributors has been up to lately.
Why Upgrade to the Newest Versions of MDS? A Guide for Cities & Companies
A quick guide for cities and companies on when and why to upgrade to new versions of the Mobility Data Specification (MDS).
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Lessons Learned from the Open Mobility Foundation
After two years of pioneering work, here is what we have to share.
Announcing the Inaugural State of MDS Survey
Take the survey to help us prioritize the development of features, allocate resources, and better understand how we can support adoption of new versions of MDS.
An Important Development in Los Angeles for the Mobility Data Specification and Data Privacy
In dismissing a recent complaint with prejudice, the court made clear that there is no legal basis to challenge the use of MDS on privacy grounds. Learn more about this legal development, and the Open Mobility Foundation’s work to support and enhance privacy best practices.
A Kit of Parts: How to Use MDS Vehicles
One way that cities can take advantage of the flexibility MDS offers is through the MDS Vehicles endpoint, which lets cities know the current status of shared use vehicles in the public right of way.