At AutoTF, transparency and trust are central to how we operate — especially when it comes to responsibility.
AutoTF is not a software seller.
We don’t sell proprietary software licenses. Instead, we provide open-source software, bundled with purpose-built hardware and an optional subscription to our cloud platform. This platform allows railway companies to manage, update, and monitor their automated trains with ease.
But here’s the important part: AutoTF is not liable for operational safety.
Why the Liability Lies with Railway Companies
AutoTF provides the tools — but the responsibility for safe integration, testing, and deployment lies fully with the railway companies using the system. Every railway operator must independently evaluate whether AutoTF meets their operational, legal, and safety standards.
We design for safety, of course — with multiple fallback layers and extensive testing. But ultimately, if an accident were to occur, its consequences would be catastrophic and costly. No startup or mid-size tech firm could shoulder that liability. And neither do we.
Our Business Model: Services, Not Software
We don’t profit from locking customers into software. The code is open-source. Anyone can inspect it, modify it, or run it independently.
What we do offer is:
• Specialized hardware to run the AutoTF stack
• A hosted cloud platform to simplify operations
• Ongoing updates, maintenance, and support
A railway operator could choose to fork the AutoTF software and build their own platform. But they’d need a dedicated team of software engineers — often at a higher cost than simply partnering with AutoTF.
Why We’re Transparent — And Why Railways Still Choose AutoTF
We believe that honesty and clarity are more valuable than marketing spin — especially when lives and infrastructure are involved. That’s why we’re upfront about how liability is handled, how our system works, and what we actually sell.
This transparency isn’t just a legal decision — it’s a core part of our philosophy. By making our software open-source and our policies clear, we invite our partners to collaborate, audit, and improve the system alongside us.
Despite not taking on liability ourselves, railway companies continue to partner with AutoTF because:
• We accelerate innovation while reducing internal development overhead.
• Our systems are modular and infrastructure-independent — making integration easy.
• We offer full access and control, not black boxes.
• We’re building this system together, not behind closed doors.
This shared development approach leads to better outcomes for everyone — and positions AutoTF as a trusted backbone for modern rail automation.
Conclusion:
• AutoTF is not liable for the use or misuse of its systems.
• Railway companies take full responsibility for deploying and operating the system.
• AutoTF offers an open, affordable, and flexible solution, with services designed to simplify — not restrict.
We believe this model creates clarity, fairness, and shared responsibility — the right path forward for automated rail.