STAR combines GPS vehicle location and Smartcard technologies to track school and SEN vehicles and create a live manifest of passengers. STAR's core benefits are constructed around Safety & Security, Operations, Planning, Economy and the Environment. A major benefit of STAR is the removal of unnecessary parental worries from inevitable service delays. The ability to monitor the service and safeguard its users online and in real time will not only deliver safety and peace of mind but also enhance performance and cost-efficiency.