RAND Research Topic: Transportation Security 2021-04-30T16:40:15Z Copyright (c) 2021, The RAND Corporation RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/topics/transportation-security.html Infrastructure Resilience to Navigate Increasingly Uncertain and Complex Conditions in the Anthropocene Mikhail Chester; B. Shane Underwood; Braden R. Allenby; Margaret Garcia; Constantine Samaras; Samuel A. Markolf; Kelly Sanders; Benjamin Lee Preston; Thaddeus R. Miller https://www.rand.org/pubs/external_publications/EP68543.html 2021-03-04T05:15:00Z 2021-03-04T05:15:00Z Resilience theory can help infrastructure managers navigate increasing complexity of the systems and environments in which they operate. The Risk-Mitigation Value of the Transportation Worker Identification Credential Heather J. Williams; Kristin Van Abel; David Metz; James V. Marrone; Edward W. Chan; Katherine Costello; Ryan Bauer; Devon Hill; Simon Veronneau; Joseph C. Chang; Ian Mitch; Joshua Lawrence Traub; Sarah Soliman; Zachary Haldeman; Kelly Klima; Douglas C. Ligor https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR3096.html 2020-05-13T03:00:00Z 2020-05-13T03:00:00Z The Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) is designed to enhance security at U.S. ports. This report provides the findings from an assessment of the TWIC program, along with the assessors' recommendations. Built to Last: Planning and Funding Resilient Infrastructure RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/multimedia/video/2019/12/06/built-to-last-planning-and-funding-resilient-infrastructure.html 2019-12-06T06:46:00Z 2019-12-06T06:46:00Z Debra Knopman and Sarah Weilant discuss current and historical congressional spending on infrastructure, four key elements for building resilience into transportation projects, and recommendations for policymakers. Incorporating Resilience into Transportation Planning Sarah Weilant; Aaron Strong; Benjamin M. Miller https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR3038.html 2019-10-16T08:57:00Z 2019-10-16T08:57:00Z A resilient transportation system is one in which critical assets are not exposed to hazards or, if they are, there is sufficient capacity to mitigate the negative effects. How can transportation planners better incorporate resilience into their decisionmaking? When Autonomous Vehicles are Hacked, Who is Liable? RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/congress/alerts/2019/av-liability.html 2019-07-31T12:30:00Z 2019-07-31T12:30:00Z Autonomous vehicles (AVs) are hitting roads around the nation for pilot testing, and autonomous taxi fleets are expected within a few years. While there may be benefits to widespread use, policymakers will need to consider potential drawbacks as well. New TSA Administrator Discusses Global Aviation Security RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/multimedia/audio/2017/11/29/new-tsa-administrator-discusses-global-aviation-security.html 2017-11-29T12:00:00Z 2017-11-29T12:00:00Z In this Events @ RAND podcast, TSA Administrator David Pekoske joins Brian Michael Jenkins for a discussion about the TSA's strategy and approach to operations in the face of evolving threats to transportation from terrorist groups and the individuals they inspire. New TSA Administrator Discusses Global Aviation Security RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/events/2017/11/29-1.html 2017-11-29T08:30:00Z 2017-11-29T08:30:00Z TSA Administrator David Pekoske joins RAND terrorism and security expert Brian Michael Jenkins for a discussion about the TSA's strategy and approach to operations in the face of evolving threats to transportation from terrorist groups and the individuals they inspire. [Santa Monica, CA] Privacy vs security? Sunil Patil; Bhanu Patruni; Hui Lu; Fay Dunkerley; James Fox; Dimitris Potoglou; Neil Robinson https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB9843z1.html 2015-08-20T07:30:00Z 2015-08-20T07:30:00Z RAND Europe has collected evidence from one of the largest-ever surveys of citizens' views across Europe on security, surveillance and privacy issues in three scenarios: train travel (described here), internet use, and storage of health records. Public Perception of Security and Privacy Sunil Patil; Bhanu Patruni; Hui Lu; Fay Dunkerley; James Fox; Dimitris Potoglou; Neil Robinson https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_reports/RR704.html 2015-01-27T10:45:00Z 2015-01-27T10:45:00Z This study reports public preferences for security, surveillance and privacy across 27 European Member States measured using a stated preference survey. It focuses on three real life contexts: metro travel, internet use and health records. Assessing the Public Perception of Security and Privacy in Europe RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/randeurope/research/projects/pact-security-privacy.html 2014-09-10T07:34:00Z 2014-09-10T07:34:00Z A 3-year EU-funded research project assessed existing knowledge about the relationship between security and privacy; collected empirical evidence through a pan-European survey; and analyzed the main factors that affect how the public perceives the security and privacy implications of security technology. An Assessment of TSA's Risk Management Analysis Tool Finds Some Gaps Andrew R. Morral; Carter C. Price; David S. Ortiz; Bradley Wilson; Tom LaTourrette; Blake W. Mobley; Shawn McKay; Henry H. Willis https://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1241.html 2012-11-26T18:13:00Z 2012-11-26T18:13:00Z The Transportation Security Administration's RMAT has enabled a more sophisticated understanding of terrorism risks to the air transportation system, but TSA should not treat RMAT results as credible estimates. Rather, the results can help to inform the components of terrorism risk and possible influences of system changes on that risk. After Four Decades, It's Time for a Fundamental Review of Aviation Security Brian Michael Jenkins https://www.rand.org/pubs/occasional_papers/OP390.html 2012-08-29T11:49:00Z 2012-08-29T11:49:00Z Budgetary constraints, heavy passenger loads, and popular hostility toward screening procedures are all challenges to securing commercial aviation. After 40 years of focus on tactical measures, it is time for a sweeping review of aviation security. Costs, Benefits, and Efficiency of Aviation Security Measures RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/news/press/2012/08/21.html 2012-08-20T21:01:00Z 2012-08-20T21:01:00Z The threat of terrorist attack on American aviation has made the system the focus of intense security efforts, but it is difficult to determine if the benefits outweigh their cost. Efficient security policy—a focus on getting the most security for the least cost—should be the priority in an era of fiscal austerity. Weighing the Costs, Benefits, and Efficiency of Aviation Security Measures Brian A. Jackson; Tom LaTourrette; Edward W. Chan; Russell Lundberg; Andrew R. Morral; David R. Frelinger https://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1220.html 2012-08-20T21:01:00Z 2012-08-20T21:01:00Z The threat of terrorist attack on American aviation has made the system the focus of intense security efforts, but it is difficult to determine if the benefits outweigh their cost. Efficient security policy—a focus on getting the most security for the least cost—should be the priority in an era of fiscal austerity. Assessing the Security Benefits of a Trusted Traveler Program in the Presence of Attempted Attacker Exploitation and Compromise Brian A. Jackson; Edward W. Chan; Tom LaTourrette https://www.rand.org/pubs/external_publications/EP20120026.html 2012-02-23T19:31:00Z 2012-02-23T19:31:00Z Fears that terrorists may exploit the minimal security screening of trusted traveler programs have dissuaded the adoption of such programs. Such attempts would reduce the maximum potential security benefits of a program, but they would not eliminate those benefits in all circumstances. Targeted Use of Theater Inventory to Effectively Sustain Overseas Forces While Minimizing Supply Chain Costs Eric Peltz; Kenneth J. Girardini; Marc Robbins; Patricia Boren https://www.rand.org/pubs/research_briefs/RB9616.html 2011-11-29T08:00:00Z 2011-11-29T08:00:00Z Discusses how to design a distribution network that takes advantage of the respective strengths of different modes of transportation to meet combatant command needs while minimizing total supply chain costs. The Long Shadow of 9/11: Author Interviews RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/multimedia/video/2011/07/26/the-long-shadow-author-interviews.html 2011-07-26T08:53:00Z 2011-07-26T08:53:00Z Interviews with a selection of RAND's leading experts offer a distinctively farsighted perspective to the national dialogue on 9/11's legacy. Their insights assess the military, political, fiscal, social, cultural, psychological, and even moral implications of U.S. policymaking since 9/11. Air Travel Security Since 9/11 K. Jack Riley https://www.rand.org/pubs/corporate_pubs/CP635.html 2011-04-12T10:30:00Z 2011-04-12T10:30:00Z The author explores air travel security performance since 9/11, identifies missed opportunities and innovations, and considers potential next steps. The Tenth Year: A Briefing on Terrorism Issues to New Members of the 112th Congress RAND Corporation https://www.rand.org/pubs/corporate_pubs/CP625.html 2011-01-08T07:17:00Z 2011-01-08T07:17:00Z The U.S. effort to defeat and dismantle the global terrorism network while protecting itself against further attacks has become its longest campaign. On January 8, 2011, Brian Michael Jenkins briefed newly elected members of Congress on a spectrum of foreign policy, national security, and domestic issues, with a particular focus on domestic terrorism prevention and transportation security in the post-9/11 era. Deterring the Smuggling of Nuclear Weapons in Container Freight Through Detection and Retaliation Naraphorn Haphuriwat; Vicki M. Bier; Henry H. Willis https://www.rand.org/pubs/external_publications/EP201100114.html 2010-12-31T21:00:00Z 2010-12-31T21:00:00Z The authors quantify a game-theoretic model of terrorist decision making to understand the role of nuclear detection technologies in deterring nuclear terrorism.