Short line railroads keep freight moving and communities connected, often serving as the “first and last mile” for the delivery of goods. They serve a wide variety of customers and are vital to the economy because they provide a cost-effective transportation option and reduce congestion caused in part by transportation of goods along roadways.

But most short line railroad organizations are small and face significant challenges due to limited resources and the absence of single digital source of truth for managing aging infrastructure and critical data. The new Short Line Rail Data Management solution, released this November, addresses these issues by providing easy-to-use apps that streamline asset inventory, centralize data access for office and field staff, and improve operational efficiency.

Streamline asset management

When you know where and what rail assets are, your organization can plan maintenance and repairs more efficiently. With the Short Line Rail Data Management solution, you get apps that help you develop a track and infrastructure inventory. These apps improve your asset records, reduce operational risk, and support smarter decisions that optimize maintenance and compliance.

Centralizing access to data

The solution offers a centralized system for your organization to build and maintain an accurate inventory of rail assets. With the solution, you can easily add new features and edit existing ones to your inventory, enabling you to visualize short line rail track and infrastructure on an interactive map. By giving your office and field staff the ability to access and update data in real time, you ensure that asset information remains current and consistent across your organization. This streamlined approach replaces disparate workflows with a single source of information, improving operational efficiency and supporting informed decision-making.

Improve organizational efficiency

Centralizing asset management not only ensures an accurate inventory but also promotes greater efficiency in planning and operations. Short Line Rail Data Management includes a series of apps that help you share your rail asset inventory with office and field staff, making it easier to coordinate across the organization.

Viewing assets

The solution’s interactive dashboard provides a comprehensive view of all your rail asset data. This view eliminates the need to search through fragmented records, allowing your staff to quickly access accurate data for planning and operations. The solution also has an interactive map that helps you visualize where all your assets are. Real-time updates from both office and field teams ensure decisions are based on the most current information, reducing delays and errors caused by inaccurate information.

Learn more

• Learn how to deploy, configure, and use the solution.
• View a demo video.
• Learn more about ArcGIS Solutions.