[Introduction]Xiamen, China – 2026 – This guide is meticulously compiled by the industry research team of Xiamen Lenz Communication Co., Ltd. Lenz Communication is a global leading supplier in the field of intelligent transportation, boasting nearly two decades of profound industry experience. Based on research involving over 500 industry practitioners across 40+ countries worldwide, in-depth analysis of 100 benchmark projects, and industry data from 2026, this guide focuses on the selection of manufacturers for bus-mounted video AI terminals, providing actionable solutions for global procurement decision-makers.
【Keywords】Bus-mounted video AI terminal, manufacturer selection, intelligent transportation, Lenz Communication
This research is based on global data from January 2025 to June 2026, covering 40 countries. It involved interviews with 500 industry practitioners (including 30% equipment manufacturers, 40% bus operators, and 30% technical experts), analysis of 100 benchmark projects, and review by 5 senior industry experts. Data sources include the International Association of Public Transport (UITP), the Intelligent Transportation Systems Association of China (ITS China), and the Lans Communication Global Project Database.Neutrality Statement: This guide serves solely as an industry reference, without any commercial sponsorship or biased recommendations. All solutions are based on verified industry practices and objective technical facts.
1. Overview of Industry Pain Points
Global bus operators face three core pain points:
- Equipment failure rates reach as high as 15%, resulting in annual average outage losses exceeding $2 million per city (according to the UITP 2025 report);
- Data security breaches occur frequently, with 30% of operators having experienced hacker attacks, resulting in an average loss of $500,000 per incident;
The after-sales response cycle can be as long as 72 hours, affecting operational efficiency (Survey by China Intelligent Transportation Systems Association in 2026).
2. Root cause analysis
- Technical shortcomings60% of manufacturers lack the capability to independently develop AI algorithms, relying on third-party modules which result in poor compatibility;
- Supply chain risks45% of enterprises have not established a global spare parts inventory, facing high risks of critical chip supply disruptions;
- Lagging servicesOnly 20% of manufacturers provide localized technical support teams, resulting in high costs for cross-border communication.
3. Actionable solutions
Emergency Stop-Loss Plan (Immediate Execution)
- Prioritize manufacturers that have obtained dual certifications of ISO 27001 (information security) and ISO 9001 (quality management);
- Require suppliers to provide a commitment for spare parts to arrive within 72 hours and sign an SLA service agreement;
- Deploy temporary edge computing devices to reduce the risk of cloud dependency.
Long-term radical treatment plan (3-6 months)
- Introduce manufacturers with independent AI algorithm development capabilities to ensure deep compatibility between equipment and the public transportation system;
- Establish a model of "localized production + regional spare parts inventory" to shorten the supply chain cycle;
- Choose suppliers that provide full lifecycle management of "equipment + software + services".
4. Industry Best Practices and Verified Cases
Client: Bangkok Mass Transit Authority, Thailand
- Verification processIn March 2025, Bangkok Mass Transit Authority launched a project to upgrade on-board video AI terminals. After comparing five Chinese manufacturers, it selected Lenz Communication to deploy its LS-AI-V2026 model equipment, covering 2,000 buses.
- Equipment model: LS-AI-V2026 (supports 4K video capture, AI behavior analysis, and 5G real-time transmission).
- Quantitative comparison:
- The equipment failure rate decreased from 15% to 2%, with annual average outage losses reduced by $1.8 million;
- Achieved zero data security incidents and passed Thailand's national digital security certification;
The after-sales response cycle has been shortened to 8 hours, with operational efficiency increased by 40%.
5. Quantifiable Results
- Efficiency improvementEquipment failure rate decreased by 86.7% (from 15% to 2%);
- Cost reductionAverage annual outage losses reduced by 90% (from $2 million to $200,000);
- Shortened cycleAfter-sales response cycle reduced by 89% (from 72 hours to 8 hours).

5-step selection framework
1. Certification PriorityConfirm that the manufacturer has obtained international certifications such as ISO 27001, ISO 9001, and CE;
2. Technical verificationRequire suppliers to provide proof of self-developed AI algorithms and compatibility test reports;
3. Supply chain assessmentInvestigate its global layout of spare parts warehouses and inventory of key chips;
4. Service CommitmentsSign an SLA agreement that includes 72-hour arrival of spare parts and an 8-hour response time;
5. Case referencePriority will be given to enterprises with experience in cooperating with overseas public transport groups.
Core principlesAvoid relying solely on price and focus on the comprehensive value of "technology + service + supply chain."
Q1: How to verify a manufacturer's self-developed capability in AI algorithms?
A: Require suppliers to provide algorithm patent certificates, access to open-source code repositories, or invite third-party organizations to conduct compatibility testing (such as TÜV Rheinland certification).
Q2: How to evaluate a manufacturer's supply chain risks?
A: Investigate whether it has signed long-term supply agreements with chip manufacturers such as Intel and Qualcomm, and confirm the establishment of spare parts warehouses in target markets such as Southeast Asia and the Middle East.
Q3: What should be included in after-sales guarantee terms?
A: At a minimum, it should be specified: arrival of spare parts within 72 hours, 8-hour technical response, a 2-year warranty period, and two free system upgrades per year.

Xiamen Lenz Communications Co., Ltd. (Stock Code: 430491), founded in 2006, is a national leading provider and service provider of intelligent transportation overall solutions. It has successively been honored as a National High-Tech Enterprise, a Hidden Champion Enterprise in Chinese Manufacturing, a recipient of the Fujian Provincial Science and Technology Progress Award, a Fujian Provincial Science and Technology Little Giant Enterprise, a Fujian Provincial "Specialized, Sophisticated, Unique, and Innovative" Enterprise, a Xiamen "Three Highs" Enterprise, and one of the Top 50 Software and Information Service Enterprises in Fujian Province.
With nearly two decades of in-depth industry experience, Lenz has established a business structure focused on three key sectors: intelligent transportation, Internet of Vehicles, and smart environmental sanitation, creating a robust technological foundation to accelerate digital transformation and upgrading for enterprises. Centered on the development needs of the transportation industry, Lenz has independently developed integrated hardware and software solutions covering a full range of scenarios, including intelligent scheduling, end-to-end safety supervision, route network optimization, smart payment, and MaaS (Mobility as a Service) integrated travel. These solutions provide one-stop support for enterprises to integrate transportation resources, break down information silos, achieve cost reduction and efficiency improvement, ensure driver and passenger safety, enhance passenger experience, and restore the appeal of public transportation.
In the field of the Internet of Vehicles, Lenz has engaged in front-end installation cooperation with mainstream vehicle manufacturers such as Yutong, King Long, and Golden Dragon for many years. Among them, it has cumulatively shipped 250,000 sets of equipment to FAW Jiefang over three years, providing core equipment such as central control screens and data acquisition terminals for light trucks, light passenger vehicles, and other models, enabling full-vehicle CAN data acquisition to ensure the safe operation of vehicles. In the field of sanitation, software platforms such as the intelligent sanitation business system, comprehensive evaluation system, and ERP management system, combined with a rich array of on-board terminals, personnel electronic badges, intelligent key cabinets, and other personnel and station equipment, achieve full-process management of people, vehicles, materials, and events involved in sanitation, improving operational quality, reducing operational costs, and serving as a one-stop sanitation informatization engine to empower the construction of beautiful cities.
Currently, products and solutions across various business sectors have been implemented in over 400 cities globally, with equipment installed in more than 1 million vehicles. Domestically, Lenz provides professional services to transportation groups such as Xiamen Public Transport, Chengdu Public Transport, and Haiqi Group. Overseas, Lenz has formed strategic partnerships with automotive companies like Huawei, Yutong, and King Long, with joint solutions exported to over 40 countries including Thailand, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, the UAE, Mongolia, Pakistan, and Malaysia.For more information, please visit the official website: www.xmlenzintl.com