Small Business, Big Impact: AIWaysion Celebrates National Small Business Week 2026

During National Small Business Week, AIWaysion is proud to celebrate its journey as a 100% U.S.-owned startup building AI-powered smart infrastructure solutions for safer, more efficient transportation.

AIWaysion began as a University of Washington spin-off with a simple vision: bring real-time intelligence to roadway infrastructure so agencies can make better, safer decisions. Today, backed by U.S. Department of Transportation SBIR programs, the company partners with agencies nationwide — with deployments across 15 states and more than 130 locations.

We're grateful to see this work recognized along the way:

• 2023 FHWA Innovative Project Award

• 2024 USDOT SBIR Success Story

• 2025 Washington Safe Systems Champion Award

• Featured on the University of Washington homepage

From urban intersections to rural and tribal communities, AIWaysion is turning existing infrastructure into intelligent systems that improve safety, efficiency, and mobility nationwide. Thank you to the partners, customers, and supporters who make this work possible.