Artificial intelligence is revolutionizing the way we work. Strategic AI adoption can enhance transportation agency decision-making and operational efficiency without overwhelming their workforce. TRB hosted a webinar on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 from 3:00 PM to 4:30 PM Eastern that provided guidance on effectively integrating AI into transportation institutions. Presenters focused on identifying high-impact areas for adoption while avoiding less impactful AI applications. Attendees learned about practical use cases with generative AI along with ways to prioritize quick wins and high-impact results.

Continue the conversation by registering for TRB’s Conference on Data and AI for Transportation Advancement on May 27 – 29 in Seattle, WA. Additional agencies will discuss their own use of AI during the conference.

This webinar was sponsored by TRB’s Standing Technical Committee on Strategic Management.

The slides are available. Please contact trbwebinar@nas.edu for a link to the recording. There may be a $90 fee.

Webinar agenda and presenters

1. AI policy development: State DOT perspective – Dara Wheeler, Caltrans

2. Strategic implementation of AI in transportation institutions – Ben McCulloch, Texas Department of Transportation

3. AI’s impact on shaping future mobility strategies – Patt Talvanna, Boston Consulting Group

4. Question and answer session moderated by Clinton Bench, UCLA

The first 60 minutes of the webinar were for presentations and the final 30 minutes were reserved for audience questions.

Learning Objectives

At the end of this webinar, participants can:

1. Identify key areas where AI can enhance strategic decision-making and resource management in transportation agencies

2. Develop protocols and policies for integrating AI for practical and scalable use

3. Identify areas where AI may be a distraction or unnecessary, and avoid over-extending policies

Professional Development Hours

This webinar was delivered as a scheduled – e-learning live event and is categorized within RCEP as Technical, Health and Safety.

Professional Development Hours (PDHs) earned on completion of this program were reported to the Registered Continuing Education Program (RCEP). Certificates of Completion are issued to all participants via the RCEP.net online system. Complaints about registered providers may be addressed to RCEP, 1015 15th Street, NW, 8th Fl., Washington, DC, 20005.

American Institute of Certified Planners Certification Maintenance Credits

This webinar was approved by the American Planning Association (APA) for 1.5 Certification Maintenance (CM) Credits. CM credits provide continuing education opportunities for AICP Certified Planners to continue their professional skills and knowledge. To receive CM credits, Certified Planners should visit the TRB event webpage on American Planning Association and register their participation. If you have problems reporting your CM credits or have general questions about the CM program, please contact the APA.