{"id":9883,"date":"2026-01-30T11:42:47","date_gmt":"2026-01-30T11:42:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/?post_type=sectors&#038;p=9883"},"modified":"2026-05-08T07:29:34","modified_gmt":"2026-05-08T07:29:34","slug":"rail-transport","status":"publish","type":"sectors","link":"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/sectors\/rail-transport\/","title":{"rendered":"Rail &amp; Transport"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class='standout-block grey hide-top-padding'>\n            <h2 class='h3 standout-title'><p>Data: Transport\u2019s Most Strategic Asset<\/p>\n<\/h2>\n                <img decoding=\"async\" \n            src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/pexels-goumbik-590022-768x509.jpg\" \n            alt=\"                    pexels-goumbik-590022                \"\/>\n                <div class='standout-block-text-wrapper'>\n            <div class='standout-content'><p>Transport isn\u2019t built on tracks and roads alone &#8211; it\u2019s built on data. When you\u2019re up against ageing infrastructure, efficiency pressures, and a public purse, efficiency and value are paramount. For success to be a reality, data can\u2019t work against you &#8211; it needs to work with you. At Oakland, that\u2019s our bread and butter.<\/p>\n<p>Wherever your organisation is up to with digitalisation, we\u2019re here to strengthen it with informed decisions. By translating the vast amounts of data that are so often siloed across transport departments, we\u2019ll turn your datasets into a truly strategic asset.<\/p>\n<p>Over four decades of data experience underpins what we do and how we do it. The need to modernise the transport sector for the UK\u2019s needs today underlays why.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n                            <div class=\"standout-button\">\n                \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c43ffe6\" \n    href=\"\/contact-us\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        Contact us    <\/span>\n<\/a>                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n        \n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_c489fcb17db1994c52a7a27f7d806223\" class=\"block intro-row animate white coloured_blocks\">\n    <div class='intro-row-wrap'>\n        <h2 class=\"h3\">&nbsp;<br \/>\nThe Role of Data Consultants for <span>Transport<\/span>\n<\/h2><p>Digital fragmentation is one of the biggest risks to UK transport infrastructure. If you\u2019re grappling with outdated legacy systems and disorganised datasets, there\u2019s no need to panic. Oakland\u2019s transport consultants specialise in turning this untapped data across your rail network, fleet, and infrastructure into lean datasets that work together. Plus, assets that provide you with actionable AI models and real-time <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/data-analytics-and-insights\/\"><span><span>data insights<\/span><\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>We also get the pressure you\u2019re under to maximise the value of assets. We\u2019ll take some of that pressure off by deploying data solutions at speed, supporting you as the rail industry transforms.<\/p>\n<p>And when it comes to governance, approvals, and change advisory boards, we know the processes like the back of our hand. We\u2019ve got a solid track record in playing by the sector\u2019s rules to make sure you\u2019ve got data and AI strategies and solutions that get the green light.<\/p>\n                    \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c44034f\" \n    href=\"\/contact-us\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        Contact us    <\/span>\n<\/a>            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<style>\n        #block_c887c3b63f862923cc8300c0da95757f {\n            background-color: #ffffff;\n        }\n    <\/style><section id=\"block_c887c3b63f862923cc8300c0da95757f\" class='block client-logos-slider glide slim'>\n    <div class=\"glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\">\n        <div class='glide__slides'>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Yorkshire-Water.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Vodaphone.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Softcat.webp' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Hitachi.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Pulsant.webp' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/PRI-.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Network-Rail.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/ICO.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Howdens.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n            \n                <div class='cust-logo-slider-logo glide__slide'>\n                    <img src='https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/07\/Emerald-Publishings.svg' alt='' loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_09df3dd615baa71c361aa45408803e04\" class=\"block banner-cta  desktop-reverse\" style=\"margin-bottom: 0; margin-top: 0;\">\n    <div class='banner-cta-wrap'>\n                    <header>\n                <h2 class=\"h2\">Let Your Data Do the Work<\/h2>\n            <\/header>\n                <div class=\"content\">\n            <p>What makes us different from other data consultancies is our in-depth knowledge of your pains and challenges &#8211; and your opportunities. We simplify water utilities data, so you can get on with the complex stuff. We cover everything from:<br \/>\n&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul class=\"ticks\">\n<li>AI &amp; Data Strategy<\/li>\n<li>AI Use Case Development<\/li>\n<li>AI Solutions <\/li>\n<li>Data Governance<\/li>\n<li>Data Management<\/li>\n<li>Data Quality Improvement<\/li>\n<li>Predictive Analytics<\/li>\n<li>Data Platform Development<\/li>\n<li>Data Architecture<\/li>\n<li>Target Operating Model Design<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n        <\/div>\n                    <div class=\"btn-white-background\">\n                \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c451de7\" \n    href=\"\/contact-us\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    style=\"--btn-primary-color: #ff0033;\">\n    <span>\n        Get in touch    <\/span>\n<\/a>            <\/div>\n            <\/div>\n            <figure class='banner-cta-image '>\n            <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-febi-ariyanto-1108087-2101790-672x1008.jpg\" alt=\"\">\n        <\/figure>\n        <style>\n        #block_09df3dd615baa71c361aa45408803e04 {\n            background-color: #303e48;\n            color: #fff;\n        }\n    <\/style>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_3fe51c851fb3df430f057d7a04852f09\" class=\"block intro-row animate white side_block\">\n    <div class='intro-row-wrap'>\n        <h2 class=\"h3\">The Transport Sector is Our <span>Data Specialism<\/span>\n<\/h2><p>When we say we\u2019re different from other data and AI consultancies, we mean it.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We speak your language.<\/strong> Our road and rail consultants\u2019 understanding of the UK\u2019s transport sector allows us to design impactful business solutions and bring them to life.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We understand how rail is evolving<\/strong>. We get the pressure that\u2019s on TOCs and the industry to prepare for GBR, and that the success of the rail reform depends on operators, data, and technology working together in integrated systems.<\/p>\n<p><strong>We know how to navigate <a href=\"https:\/\/www.networkrail.co.uk\/who-we-are\/publications-and-resources\/our-delivery-plans-for-2024-2029\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span><span>CP7<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/strong>. From keeping on top of accident reports and passenger on-time data to freight cancellations and compliance inspections, we\u2019ve got your back.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n<section id=\"block_f44d9af221ac2c16f06d3de5219854ff\" class=\"background-container  block background-container-6a1963c452ad7278024213\">\n    <style>\n                .background-container-6a1963c452ad7278024213 {\n                            --block-bg-color: #eee;\n                                            }\n    <\/style>\n    <div class=\"container\">\n        \n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center has-text-color has-link-color wp-elements-c8d5be13e7d3a37039da1444fcb8b595\" id=\"h-we-have-been-really-impressed-with-the-engagement-and-general-performance-of-the-oakland-team-they-have-listened-to-our-needs-and-requirements-and-have-been-a-pleasure-to-work-with\" style=\"color:#303e49\">\u201cWe have been really impressed with the engagement and general performance of the <strong>Oakland<\/strong> team; they have listened to our needs and requirements and have been a pleasure to work with.\u201d<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center\">SME at National Rail<\/p>\n\n\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_09f01017aa7be2881c9af48350ad0e4b\" class=\"split-content-outer-wrap  no-padding-bot\">\n    <div class='block split-content  animate'>\n        <div class=\"split-content-left\">\n            \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading no-margin\" id=\"h-gbr\">GBR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading no-margin\" id=\"h-a-once-in-a-generation-reform\">A Once in a Generation Reform<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:4rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer hide-on-mobile\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"narrow\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.gov.uk\/guidance\/great-british-railways\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><span>Great British Railways<\/span><\/a> (GBR) is a unique opportunity to move away from fragmented systems into an intelligent railway fit to serve passengers, freight, and staff.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"narrow\">Data is at the core of rebuilding trust in the railway and improving services, so get a head start by structuring and organising your data <strong>now<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"narrow\">We know there are hoops to jump through during the nationalisation process, and we\u2019re here to give you meaningful data strategies and insights every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:2rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer show-on-mobile\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:4rem\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer hide-on-mobile\"><\/div>\n\n\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"split-content-right\">\n                            <div class=\"split-content-image\">\n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-harrisonhaines-3536263-512x512.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\"\/>\n                <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_bb0f61f0e013d8812eb4cde3a9ded20c\" class=\"block intro-row animate white default\">\n    <div class='intro-row-wrap'>\n        <h2 class=\"h3\">Our <strong>Data &#038; AI Services<\/strong> for Rail &#038; Transport\n<\/h2><p>Get familiar with your data and learn to interpret it to deliver cost-efficient solutions for the passengers and network you serve. <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"sticky-bar-block_dfa485b9244217e5a7fcc28c38cbd90c\" class=\"sticky-bar-wrapper visibility-toggle\">\n            <nav class=\"timeline-nav\">\n            <ul>\n                                                            <li>\n                            <a href=\"#AI\" class='timeline-nav-item'>\n                                <span>User-Friendly AI Strategies &#038; Solutions<\/span>\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                                                                                <li>\n                            <a href=\"#Strategy\" class='timeline-nav-item'>\n                                <span>Data Governance that Ticks Every Box<\/span>\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                                                                                <li>\n                            <a href=\"#Management\" class='timeline-nav-item'>\n                                <span>Accessible Data Management<\/span>\n                            <\/a>\n                        <\/li>\n                                                <\/ul>\n        <\/nav>\n    \n    \n\n<section\n    id=\"AI\"\n    class=\"two-col-blocks\"\n    style=\"padding-bottom:0;\">\n    <div class='two-col-blocks-inner  animate'>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock\">\n            <h2 class=\"h3\">User-Friendly AI Strategies &#038; Solutions<\/h2>\n            <p>Whether you\u2019ve already automated processes with AI or you\u2019re taking the first step, we\u2019ll help you identify the tasks that are primed for AI assistance.<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Identify time-consuming tasks as worthy use cases for AI automation<\/li>\n<li>Increase the effectiveness of contract delivery<\/li>\n<li>Grow staff confidence in automation and <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/blog\/role-of-data-governance-in-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span><span>AI governance<\/span><\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n                            \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c45428d\" \n    href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/artificial-intelligence\/\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        Our AI services    <\/span>\n<\/a>                                    <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-shapes\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-mediablock\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-justin-hamilton-16109-106773-1188x792.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-overhang\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section\n    id=\"Strategy\"\n    class=\"two-col-blocks invert\"\n    style=\"padding-bottom:0;\">\n    <div class='two-col-blocks-inner  animate'>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock\">\n            <h2 class=\"h3\">Data Governance that Ticks Every Box<\/h2>\n            <p>You know as well as we do that there are lots of layers to governance in the transport sector. For solutions to get over the line, formal approval is imperative. We develop data solutions in line with necessary governance frameworks to ensure your data projects can progress to production.<\/p>\n                            \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c454cb5\" \n    href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/data-governance\/\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        Learn more about Data Governance    <\/span>\n<\/a>                                    <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-shapes\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-mediablock\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-pixabay-533630-1410x792.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-overhang\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section\n    id=\"Management\"\n    class=\"two-col-blocks\"\n    style=\"padding-bottom:0;\">\n    <div class='two-col-blocks-inner  animate'>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock\">\n            <h2 class=\"h3\">Accessible Data Management<\/h2>\n            <p>When data is scattered across different systems, you risk not having the information you need to make vital decisions. When it comes to numbers and commercial impact, everyone needs to be on the same page. We\u2019ll make that your new standard and empower your teams with structured data to inform critical activities.<\/p>\n<p>Our Data Management specialists work with you to link the datasets you need across departments, from ticketing and timetabling to crew, fleet, and performance.<\/p>\n                            \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c4556aa\" \n    href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/data-management\/\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        Data Management from Oakland    <\/span>\n<\/a>                                    <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-shapes\"><\/div>\n        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-mediablock\">\n                                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/pexels-sevenstormphotography-720948-1056x792.jpg\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                        <\/div>\n        <div class=\"two-col-blocks-textblock-overhang\"><\/div>\n    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_425a37759d5f1b13e4cd301a990f5380\" class='block case-studies-slider-outer-wrap animate'>\n    <header class=\"case-studies-slider-header\">\n        \n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-our-work\">Our Work<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-long-standing-data-consultant-to-network-rail\">Long-Standing Data Consultant to Network Rail<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>For over 13 years, we\u2019ve delivered 160+ projects for Network Rail. We\u2019re proud of the long-standing trust Network Rail has shown in choosing us to develop data and AI solutions to empower operational excellence. Oakland has:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/network-rail-revolutionising-knowledge-management-through-generative-ai\/\"><span>Revolutionised knowledge management through Generative AI<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/building-a-next-generation-investment-gateway-web-application-for-network-rail\/\"><span>Built a bespoke Investment Gateway Application web app<\/span><\/a>&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/business-intelligence-reporting-analytics\/\"><span>Produced a next-generation BI reporting and intelligent forecasting solution<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n    <\/header>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider glide\">\n        <div class=\"glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\">\n            <div class='glide__slides'>\n                \n                    \n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/network-rail-cdo\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n        <span class='case-studies-pill'>Case Study<\/span>            \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/iStock-458596315-jpg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Network Rail CDO\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Network Rail CDO<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Network Rail own, operate and develop Britain\u2019s railway infrastructure. That\u2019s 20,000 miles of track, 30,000 bridges, tunnels and viaducts, and the thousands of signals, level crossings, and stations. They also run 20 of the UK\u2019s largest stations.<\/p>\n<p>As a business they identified information as one of their most significant corporate risks and had recently appointed a Chief Data Officer (CDO) to meet this challenge. Whilst the CDO was senior in status, she required a supporting team and infrastructure to assist the new role.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                \n                    \n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/business-intelligence-reporting-analytics\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n        <span class='case-studies-pill'>Case Study<\/span>            \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/shutterstock_218504053-jpg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Business intelligence reporting and intelligent forecasting for Network Rail\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Business intelligence reporting and intelligent forecasting for Network Rail<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>In recent years, Network Rail has been impacted by significant organisational, digital and cultural change.<\/p>\n<p>Growing demands for greater efficiency and effectiveness have resulted in a need for more intelligent reporting and decision analytics, especially within Network Rail\u2019s Regional Capital Delivery teams.<\/p>\n<p>Adopting a devolution strategy required Network Rail to ensure that each region had the business intelligence and intelligent forecasting capabilities necessary to deliver major capital projects that gave outstanding value to the taxpayer whilst meeting stringent government guidelines.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                \n                    \n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/building-a-next-generation-investment-gateway-web-application-for-network-rail\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n        <span class='case-studies-pill'>Case Study<\/span>            \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/04\/pexels-jj-jordan-3058928-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Building a next-generation Investment Gateway web application for Network Rail\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Building a next-generation Investment Gateway web application for Network Rail<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Increasing efficiency, compliance and decision performance through financial digital transformation<\/p>\n<p>This case study charts the successful implementation of the Investment Gateway Application by the Oakland Group in collaboration with the Network Rail Finance team.<\/p>\n<p>The project aimed to transform the Investment Authority process, ensuring consistency, compliance, and efficient decision-making across diverse railway projects.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                \n                    \n                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/network-rail-revolutionising-knowledge-management-through-generative-ai\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n        <span class='case-studies-pill'>Case Study<\/span>            \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/05\/shutterstock_1227405409-1-595x397.jpg\" alt=\"Network Rail: Revolutionising knowledge management through Generative AI\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Network Rail: Revolutionising knowledge management through Generative AI<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>At Oakland, our collaboration with Network Rail stands as a testament to our commitment to driving innovation through technology. Working closely with our client, we embarked on a mission to tackle challenges in knowledge management and harness the potential of AI and natural language processing.<\/p>\n<p>In this case study, we look back on our journey alongside Network Rail and how we effectively harnessed our expertise in data strategy, artificial intelligence (AI), and integration to deliver an effective, long-term solution.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>\n                            <\/div>\n        <\/div>\n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-btn btn-white-background\">\n        \n<a \n    id=\"btn_6a1963c45671f\" \n    href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\" \n    class=\"btn  \" \n    target=\"_self\"\n    >\n    <span>\n        View all case studies    <\/span>\n<\/a>    <\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n<section id=\"block_a81fe9aa530db164239e380d38934c52\" class='block case-studies-slider-outer-wrap team-slider animate'>\n    <header class=\"case-studies-slider-header white\">\n        <h2>Our People<\/h2>\n            <\/header>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider glide\">\n        <div class=\"glide__track\" data-glide-el=\"track\">\n            <div class='glide__slides'>\n                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/blog\/author\/jack-evans\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/jack-jpg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Jack\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Jack<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Started his tech life in data forensics, now leading change through data platforms, analytics, AI (plus everything in between). Avid rock climber, photographer and city breaker. Slowly but surely making his way through all the Wainwrights in the Lake District.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>                                    <span href=\"\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/rod-scott-jpg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Rod\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Rod<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Loves working with our great delivery teams, helping our people to be themselves and to delight our clients. When Rod isn&#8217;t at work you&#8217;ll find him doing something sporty or visiting Wales (his favourite place)<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/span>                                    <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/blog\/author\/matt-peckham\/\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/matt.jpg\" alt=\"Matt\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Matt<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>When he isn&#8217;t architecting the perfect solution for our clients, Matt can be found with his camera taking amazing pictures of his travels. He is a great person to give you a holiday recommendation.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/a>                                    <span href=\"\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/HO7_1762-scaled.webp\" alt=\"Lizzie\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Lizzie<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Senior Project Manager who loves planning \/ organising things inside and outside of work. Loves dogs, and you will always hear her talk about Milo, her grumpy Lhasa. Lizzie also likes reading, good food &#038; wine, and then exercising to try and counter the food intake! She also really enjoys contemporary dance when she gets time to do it. <\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/span>                                    <span href=\"\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/10\/Rich-Dale-595x893.jpg\" alt=\"Rich\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Rich<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Loves working with clients to solve their most complex problems.  When not in workshops with a post-it in hand, Rich can be found exploring the world (30 countries and counting!) or hiking in the Yorkshire Dales.<\/p>\n            <\/div>\n<\/span>                                    <span href=\"\"  id=\"\" class='case-studies-slider-slide glide__slide'>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-image\">\n        <!--category pill-->\n                    \n                    <img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/abbie-jpg-webp.webp\" alt=\"Abbie\" loading=\"lazy\" \/>\n                          \n    <\/div>\n    <div class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content\">\n        <p class=\"case-studies-slider-slide-content-title\"><strong>Abbie<\/strong><\/p>\n                    <p>Senior Data Engineer who loves solving problems and solution design. 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<h2 class=\"faq-repeater-title h3\">\n        Rail &#038; Transport <span>FAQs<\/span>    <\/h2>\n\n    <div class='faq-repeater-sub-title'><\/div>\n    <div class='faq-repeater-content'>\n        <div class=\"faq-repeater-content-wrap\">\n                                                <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">What are the benefits of automation in the rail industry?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>There are so many opportunities to automate activities across the rail and wider transport sector, ranging from train scheduling and fleet maintenance to signalling and HR.<\/p>\n<p>Automating arduous, time-consuming tasks in rail operations opens the door to numerous benefits. These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Enhanced operational efficiency with more streamlined activities and processes<\/li>\n<li>Reduced energy consumption due to optimised driving patterns<\/li>\n<li>Allowing staff to focus their energy and efforts on higher-value activities for more reliable rail services<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>See automation in action by <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/case-studies\/network-rail-revolutionising-knowledge-management-through-generative-ai\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>reading our case study with Network Rail<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">How can data management improve rail services in the UK?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Data management is about making an organisation&#8217;s data accessible, reliable, and useful. The more effective the management, the easier the right data is to access at the right time, driving numerous benefits to passengers and TOCs alike.<\/p>\n<p>These include:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Managing performance proactively<\/li>\n<li>Opening up cost savings<\/li>\n<li>Optimising train schedules<\/li>\n<li>Improving planning and resource allocation<\/li>\n<li>Spotting and remedying risks<\/li>\n<li>Faster incident responses<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>For more details on the impact of good data management, please head to our <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/data-management\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Data Management page<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">How does automation from AI improve passenger safety in the transport sector?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Applying AI to automate activities in the transport sector omits the risk of human error, a leading cause of accidents. <\/p>\n<p>AI is primed to monitor assets in real-time and make fast, informed decisions in critical situations. That could be diverting traffic due to the deteriorating condition of a road or re-timetabling platforms to accommodate train delays or cancellations.<\/p>\n<p>Head over to our <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/ai-custom-solutions\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Custom AI Solutions page<\/span><\/a> for more details about tailoring automation to your sector.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">How is artificial intelligence transforming the transport sector?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Transport has traditionally taken (and relied upon) a reactive approach to operations. With AI, it can shift to a more proactive, predictive, and autonomous model. Some of the most common uses of AI in transport are:<\/p>\n<ol>\n<li><strong>Predictive maintenance:<\/strong> By analysing real-time sensor data from vehicles and infrastructure, AI can anticipate component failures before they occur. Repairs can then be scheduled as a proactive, rather than reactive, activity. As a result, there\u2019s a reduced need for unplanned downtime that would otherwise affect passengers, staff, and the wider network.<\/li>\n<li><strong>Optimisation of networks and logistics:<\/strong> Large networks can have routing and logistics optimised by complex AI algorithms to:\n<ul>\n<li>Reduce congestion <\/li>\n<li>Improve on-time performance<\/li>\n<li>Increase the efficiency of resources and fuel<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<li><strong>Enhancing safety:<\/strong> With the ability to detect potential hazards on roads and tracks, and within assets themselves, AI enhances safety across all modes of transport.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p>Find out how you can leverage the power of AI by viewing our <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/artificial-intelligence\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Artificial Intelligence page<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">How does data management help reduce rail delays?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>The more structured, accessible, and useful data is, the faster it is to gain the real-time insights needed to reduce rail delays. For instance, data that flags a minor maintenance issue before it has the chance to become a major disruption. Or, data that forecasts a rail diversion conflict before it happens. The more information operators have, the easier and quicker it is for them to keep services running smoothly.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">What role does data play in Great British Railways?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>GBR\u2019s vision &#8211; to create a railway fit for Britain&#8217;s future &#8211; is underpinned by data. To effectively \u2018deliver the leadership\u2019 and \u2018long-term strategic thinking\u2019 the sector needs, GBR must prioritise the gathering, consolidating, understanding, organising, and use of data from multiple sources to create one truthful system that supports planning and operations for the entire network.<\/p>\n<p>With the right data and supporting processes (from <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/services\/data-strategy\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>strategy<\/span><\/a> and management to governance), GBR will be in the best position to make decisions that really can transform the experience, safety, and longevity of the UK\u2019s rail network.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">What\u2019s Oakland Everything Data\u2019s experience in working with rail and transport organisations?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>For over forty years, Oakland\u2019s data and AI consultants have successfully implemented strategies and solutions tailored to the needs of the transportation sector. We\u2019re particularly renowned in the rail industry, with our specialist team of transport consultants and analysts having completed over 100 projects for Network Rail. We\u2019ve also delivered successful projects for:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Govia Thames Link<\/li>\n<li>Cross Country Trains<\/li>\n<li>East Midlands Railway<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>To find out more about our experience and who we work with in the transport industry, please <a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>contact our team<\/span><\/a>.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <div class=\"faq-repeater-question\" itemscope itemprop=\"mainEntity\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Question\">\n                        <h3 class='faq-repeater-question-title h5' itemprop=\"name\">What types of activities does Oakland\u2019s consulting solutions support?<\/h3>\n                        <div class=\"faq-repeater-question-title-icons\">\n                            <span><\/span>\n                            <span><\/span>\n                        <\/div>\n                        <div class='faq-repeater-question-answer' itemscope itemprop=\"acceptedAnswer\" itemtype=\"https:\/\/schema.org\/Answer\">\n                            <div itemprop=\"text\">\n                                <p>Leave the data and AI automation to us so you can concentrate on the complex stuff. Oakland offers support with activities including:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/blog\/guide-to-knowledge-management-processes\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Knowledge Management<\/span><\/a><\/li>\n<li>Financial Reporting and Cost Centre Management<\/li>\n<li>Signaller Competency Management<\/li>\n<li>Automating Tasks with AI<\/li>\n<li>Fraud Monitoring and Compliance Management<\/li>\n<li>AI Use Case Identification<\/li>\n<li>Data Platform Development<\/li>\n<li>Data Forecasting<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/weareoakland.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\"><span>Contact us<\/span><\/a> to get started.<\/p>\n                            <\/div>\n                        <\/div>\n                    <\/div>\n                                    <\/div>\n    <\/div>  \n<\/article>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"","protected":false},"featured_media":9926,"parent":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","class_list":["post-9883","sectors","type-sectors","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"acf":[],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO Premium plugin v27.2 (Yoast SEO v27.2) - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-premium-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Rail &amp; 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