Panel Discussion: The Changing Face of Procurement. Cutting Costs and Complexity in Fare Collection Projects

17 Mar 2026
Platform 3
  • Why fare collection projects often exceed budgets and practical strategies to improve procurement efficiency and financial outcomes
  • The benefits of splitting equipment and separating components to drive competition, flexibility and innovation
  • Are current procurement systems fit for purpose? How can authorities give big suppliers clarity and small suppliers the freedom to innovate?
Moderator
Tim Jefferson
Tim Jefferson, Senior Consultant - FirstPartner
Panelist
Alvaro Madrigal Montes de Oca
Alvaro Madrigal Montes de Oca, General Director for Economics, Information and Regulation - Secretary of Infrastructure, Communications and Transport
Dr Andrew Seedhouse
Dr Andrew Seedhouse, Chairman - SAM