دور نظم المعلومات الجغرافية في تخطيط المسارات المثلى للنقل

Abstract

This study aims to analyze the current state of urban public transport in the city of Sétif, with a particular focus on the role of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) in optimizing the planning of bus routes operated by the Urban and Suburban Transport Company of Sétif (ETUS). The study is conducted in the context of growing urban challenges, including rapid urban expansion, increasing traffic congestion, and unequal transport service coverage across different neighborhoods. The research adopts a descriptive and analytical approach based on field investigations and an assessment of the existing transport network. Its objective is to evaluate the effectiveness of GIS technologies in improving the efficiency of urban public transport and meeting the mobility needs of residents. The findings indicate that ETUS has made considerable efforts to enhance its transport services, particularly through the introduction of new bus routes connecting urban centers with university campuses. However, further efforts are required to strengthen digitalization and expand the use of GIS technologies in route and bus stop planning. The study also identifies several structural and planning challenges, including route overlaps and insufficient transport coverage in peripheral neighborhoods. Based on these findings, the study recommends adopting GIS-based spatial planning tools to improve the efficiency of the public transport network, ensure a more balanced distribution of transport services, and support sustainable urban development.