Unlocking AI’s Potential in Transportation with Jon Kostyniuk, P.Eng.

In this episode of ITE Talks Transportation, Jon Kostyniuk, P.Eng., Principal and Senior Transportation Engineer and Planner at JK Traffic Solutions, explores how artificial intelligence can transform transportation workflows beyond simply saving time. Drawing on his October ITE Journal article, “The Missing Middle of AI Productivity,” Kostyniuk discusses how AI can improve project outcomes, enhance decision-making, and help transportation professionals deliver greater value. He shares real-world examples of AI-assisted workflows while emphasizing the importance of human oversight, professional judgment, and accountability. Kostyniuk also highlights the collaborative efforts of ITE’s AI Great Ideas Group to advance the practical application of AI across the transportation profession.