ZED Digital Delivers Connected Mobility Platform for BJCTA – MAX Transit in Birmingham

ZED Digital Delivers Connected Mobility Platform for BJCTA – MAX Transit in Birmingham

Following the April 23 launch of the MAX Connect App by BJCTA – MAX Transit, ZED Digital is sharing additional details about the connected mobility infrastructure supporting the deployment across Birmingham and Jefferson County.

Powered by ZIG Platform by ZED Digital, MAX Connect brings together trip planning, fare payment, real-time transit information, and multimodal connectivity into one unified rider experience platform.

The April 23 launch event at Central Station brought together transit leadership, city officials, and community stakeholders, including Mayor Randall Woodfin, City Councilor Darrell O’Quinn, and BJCTA – MAX Transit Executive Director and CEO Charlotte Shaw.

Platform Capabilities Deployed

The ZIG platform delivered to BJCTA – MAX Transit includes:

• Real-time transit information and multimodal trip planning
• Integrated fare payment and mobile ticketing
• Connection with rideshare and micromobility services
• AI-enabled hands-free validation allowing riders to board with their phone in their pocket while working alongside existing infrastructure
• Real-time operational visibility and rider insights
• Push notifications and on-route service discovery

Connecting Communities Through Technology

The Birmingham deployment reflects ZED Digital’s core approach: building connected mobility infrastructure that works alongside existing transit systems, reduces operational friction, and delivers a seamless rider experience — without requiring agencies to replace existing infrastructure.

“This launch reflects a broader commitment: to modernize how we serve, to strengthen connectivity across our region, and to ensure public transportation continues to be a driver of opportunity and growth.” — Charlotte Shaw, CEO, BJCTA – MAX Transit

ZED Digital currently works with transit agencies and mobility operators across North America to deploy connected mobility infrastructure supporting rider experience modernization, multimodal integration, and operational efficiency initiatives.

About ZED Digital

ZED Digital develops connected mobility and entry infrastructure platforms powered by ZIG Platform.

The company helps transit agencies and venues modernize rider and guest experience through seamless payment, real-time operational visibility, and infrastructure that works alongside existing systems.

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