Flowbility
Flowbility (formerly Scenario Manager) is our new data tool that calculates the effects of new spatial plans, such as planned cycling routes or residential and work locations.
Flowbility is our web-based solution that helps assess new spatial plans. Think, for example, of new cycling routes or new residential or work locations. The tool maps out what their effects are on mobility and accessibility.
The mobility transition and accessibility pose a major challenge for municipalities, regions and provinces. Governments have to deal with multiple interests: the housing construction challenge, growing mobility and the desire to keep cities accessible and liveable. This means that difficult choices have to be made with a view to the future.
Therefore, it is valuable to use data analysis when assessing spatial plans. It provides an impression of the situation after a particular (policy) plan would be implemented. By working out multiple “what-if” scenarios, a government can evaluate the impact of different plans. This offers insight into the effects on the accessibility of areas and facilities, as well as the consequences for specific target groups.
Flowbility: exploring the effects of adjustments
Flowbility examines the effects of adjustments to the road network or public transport timetable on accessibility and movement patterns. Think of the impact of new residential or work locations, new connections, planned infrastructure, alternative routes, closures, or the construction of bridges or tunnels. Flowbility immediately provides quantitative analyses of travel time, the accessibility of facilities, and target groups.
Flowbility can be used for public transport, car, bicycle, pedestrian, multimodal travel, and freight logistics. It can also break down the effects by target group.
What is possible with Flowbility?
- Testing the effects of new connections and infrastructure
- Calculate the effects of new residential locations
- Calculating future accessibility
- Comparing variants
- Substantiate policy choices
- Assess investments
Easily accessible
Flowbility is interactive, flexible, and easy to use. As a user, you don’t need any specific expertise. By experimenting, you can develop countless future variants within a project. You do this by adding, removing, or modifying segments on the network directly on the map.
Effecst on accessibility immediately become visible through a series of maps, charts and tables. By doing so, the tool delivers quick insights into the accessibility of locations. This helps in shaping spatial plans and ultimately justifying policy.
Come test Flowbility at the Cycling Congress 2025!
We are delighted to be attending the National Cycling Congress in Amersfoort! This is also a special occasion: you can visit our stand to try out Flowbility. We look forward to meeting you. See you on May 21 and 22!
Get in touch
Questions about our products and services? Or would you like to know more about the StraTopo company? Schedule a meeting with founder Sven Reulen directly in the calendar on the right or use our contact form to get in touch with us. We would like to hear from you!
