An example where the use of and reliance on excessive technology rather than maintaining a policy of maximum simplicity and minimum add-on bells and whistles to minimise construction and operation costs can adversely effect transport projects.

Computer glitch delays opening of Metrolink extension to Oldham - again
http://menmedia.co.uk/manchestereveningnews/news/s/1488740_computer-glitch-delays-opening-of-metrolink-extension-to-oldham---again

A map of the planned system:
http://www.thetrams.co.uk/metrolink/city/map.gif

Greg