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At APD Consulting, we offer proven expertise in the transit, vehicle systems, and infrastructure space—built on decades of direct experience working with leading transit agencies, manufacturers, and contractors across North America. From major fleet rollouts to operational turnarounds and systems integration, we help clients address complex challenges with practical, results-driven solutions.

With over 35 years of experience in both public and private transit sectors, Anthony DiCristofano brings firsthand insight into the unique challenges of fleet reliability, project delivery, and agency operations. APD specializes in:

• Operations and Maintenance Strategy
• Project Startup Support & System Commissioning
• Transit Vehicle Systems Oversight
• Maintenance Planning & Optimization
• Warranty & Vendor Management
• Root Cause Analysis & Technical Troubleshooting
• Safety Process Audits
• SOP Development & Process Improvement
• Workforce Development & Retention
• Labor Forecasting and Organizational Planning
• Spare Parts & Inventory Optimization
• Fleet Lifecycle Planning
• Contractor Oversight (Maintenance & Operations)
   

APD offers leadership and technical support for major transit capital programs—ranging from vehicle commissioning to vendor negotiations and lifecycle engineering.

• Technical Oversight for Rolling Stock Procurement
• Fleet Integration & Commissioning Support
• System Acceptance Testing (Static & Dynamic)
• Specification Compliance Assessment
• Vendor Coordination & Negotiation Support
• System Modification Management
• Failure Analysis & Risk Mitigation
• Stakeholder & Regulatory Coordination
• Documentation Review & Process Validation
   

Anthony DiCristofano, Principal of APD Consulting, has worked directly with many of the most recognized names in transit manufacturing and operations, including:

• Bombardier
• Siemens
• Nippon Sharyo
• CAF
• Brookville
• Wabtec
• Alstom
• Knorr
• Transdev

These partnerships reflect a deep understanding of transit systems from the inside out—experience now available to APD clients.

For organizations outside of transit, APD offers tailored assessments and strategies to improve workflow, team structure, morale, and productivity.

• Process & Procedure Audits
• Organizational Restructuring
• Staff Development & Retention Plans
• Workflow Optimization
• Goal Setting & Performance Tracking
• Safety Culture Enhancements
• Vendor Performance Analysis
   

日本語対応可

APD Consulting offers bilingual support and cultural liaison services for Japanese companies doing business in North America. Whether entering the market or optimizing operations, we assist with:

• Cultural & Operational Translation
• ADA & North American Compliance Advising
• Safety and Risk Consulting
• After-Sales Strategy Planning
• Technical Documentation Support
• Local Partner & Stakeholder Coordination
   

Let’s collaborate on your next project.
Contact us: a.dicristofano@apdconsulting.net