INNOVATOR IN ACTION Jim Gibbs has been pursuing software development practically his entire life. The co-founder and chief executive officer of MeterFeeder, Inc. — the
Parking Pitch Competition Highlights Emerging Technologies As innovation continues to transform the parking industry and the broader mobility sector, newer companies and existing firms
At the University of Texas at Arlington (UTA), innovation is not just a buzzword. It is a way of life that fuels our ambition.
About 15 years ago, I attended my first parking show working for a license plate recognition (LPR) company. At our booth, we had
The Fridge Family Story The parking management industry’s global market reached nearly $4.6 billion in 2023 and is projected to grow to $10.1 billion
If you are like most parking business owners today, you manage many different stakeholders. For example, you might be a lot owner who caters
We Need to Enhance Women’s Transport Security The thought of traveling alone has always stirred a sense of apprehension within me. Only recently have I
Teeing up Business Intelligence: The Parallels Between Golf and BI Tools Embarking on a journey into the world of golf, amid parking conferences and
The Hard Way Makes for Good Outcomes My son graduated from Purdue University this past May, and Mung Chiang, President of the University, delivered the
Even Walkable Cities Need Parking Every time I circle a parking lot three times looking for a parking space, I dream of living in a
Communication Should Not Be a Game of Telephone Back before work was online, you called people to talk and used fax machines to send documents.
The Parking Reform Network Defends Itself In April’s issue of Parking Today, Clyde Wilson wrote a column attacking the Parking Reform Network (see “How
Metropolis Technologies, Inc., an artificial intelligence company whose computer vision platform enables checkout-free payment experiences, closed its $1.8-billion acquisition of SP Plus Corporation, the largest
Allow Me To Introduce Myself Hello! I am honored and excited to join the staff of Parking Today Media as the editor-in-chief of Parking
Regular readers of this column know that a couple of things get my dander up. One is where “our betters” feel it is OK to
To read previous chapters of “Death by Parking,” Click Here Paul Manning was sitting in First Class on his flight from London to L.A.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Parking Today Media Announces New Editorial Leadership: Jay Landers Appointed Role of Editor-in-Chief Austin, June 5, 2024 – Parking Today Media,
While the Coronavirus Emptied Parking Garages Around the World, Some Companies Pivoted to Accelerated Innovation Instead of making lemonade from lemons, call it making a
It was the Fall of 2020, and I was the Assistant Director of Parking and Transportation at Kansas State University. We had returned from our
The parking industry has become so inundated with parking reservation tools that it can be difficult for owners to know which will best meet their
Parking Origin Stories is a series that highlights the personal journeys of passionate parking professionals. Interested in having your Parking Origin story featured? Email editor@parkingtoday.com.
I was asked to speak at the 2024 Parking Industry Expo “PIE” conference in beautiful Schaumberg, Illinois, and was able to attend by receiving the
The driver beside you could be using a shared vehicle. Within the next three to five years, this scenario will become increasingly common as
With an estimated 2 billion parking spaces in the United States, competition is driving the demand for better, more secure parking options. People develop
Using tech to make parking safe can be a way to help ensure a safer industry and a way to bring safety and security to
In my 27 years in the vibrant realm of parking management, I’ve witnessed a steady stream of innovations reshaping our industry landscape. From the introduction
Allentown Parking Authority Executive Director John Morgan left his post with the organization May 1 in a “mutually agreed” upon decision. Morgan joined the parking
This little note is a harbinger of things to come today. I’ll bet you can’t figure out what is about to appear below. I
I first met John Van Horn not long after I joined Parker Technology, and it was clear from the beginning that John had a big
My trajectory into the parking industry was not a deliberate choice but rather an unanticipated journey I’ve come to embrace wholeheartedly. From my humble
To read previous chapters of “Death by Parking,” click here The crew met at the bank at 10 and were coordinating the ‘real’ bankers
Humans are wired to “wake up” when we experience change. It gets our attention. When we interpret the change as positive, like catching the aroma
I will be the first to admit that I am not passionate about parking. A bold statement for someone on the cover of Parking Today.
In today’s digital era, parking customers prefer to interact with technology over humans for convenience and speed. This shift in preferences has motivated parking
In the early stages of my career, while in my mid-twenties, I encountered a challenging customer situation that required getting management involved. In hindsight, the
Founded in 1927, the University of Houston is the flagship institution of the University of Houston System and, with over 47,000 students, it’s the third-largest
As advertised, PIE 2024 provided a great opportunity for making connections. The organization of the conference was flawless: from speed networking to seminar scheduling to
Urban congestion has become a defining characteristic of many American cities, with traffic snarls and lengthy commutes affecting both individuals and economies. In an effort
We live in a world that is evolving a little more quickly than it did in the past. In today’s information-driven society, shortcomings are quickly
While the word “popularity” may remind many of us of our middle school or high school days, in the adult playground of professional life, being
“Who should be allowed to park in front of my house?” has been a long-standing question with many answers, depending on whom you ask, and
To read previous chapters of “Death by Parking,” click on “Death by Parking” Paul came within seconds of blowing the entire con. They told
I took a quick trip that required air travel. I have a couple of comments. First, air travel seems to be “back.” I took
Over here, parking makes lots of headlines, but not usually in the financial columns. So, I was interested to see a full-page article in The
It is All About Location… Until it Isn’t. Most people in the parking industry assume that location is the most significant factor in selecting a
My work as a journalist has always strengthened my faith in humanity. There is a lot of negativity, hardship, and devastation in the world, but
Imagine that, as you read this, a magical fairy appears before you. “I am the coaching fairy!” she says, “I’m here to give you two
Zevtron, a Carlsbad, California-based smart EV charging software and hardware solutions provider, announced that it has completed the installation of a new EV charging project
It’s 11:15 a.m. on a Tuesday morning. Todd Tucker is sitting at his desk, sipping his second coffee of the morning. He’s finishing up a
Living in one of the largest cities in the U.S. has provided me with a unique perspective on the significant impact parking can have on
By Brian Wolff “It is a capital mistake to theorize before one has data.” – Sherlock Holmes It may seem strange to begin a
Universities, like many parking owners, have spent the past few years automating their parking locations and systems. The automation trend began with the introduction of
Most cities have lofty goals, and New York is no different. In 2022, the mayor and governor convened a panel and process titled, “Making New
Parking is very diverse place where many fundamentals meet. We park at university for the thirst of knowledge; we park in the business center to
We are in a transformational time and in what is now a very transformational business. In the world, times change slowly, but then along comes
Before you start, it’s OK to admit you’re unmercifully critical of any “X Steps” advice when it comes to leadership. Undoubtedly, you’ve got an infinite
The debate over gated or ungated continues. Certainly, there are advantages and disadvantages to both approaches. When a ticket has to be pulled to
As airfare prices continue to rise, travelers are increasingly scrutinizing their expenses, seeking ways to economize without compromising their travel experience. One often overlooked
Parking Today Media, the leading parking industry media company, announced a change in ownership. Kevin Uhlenhaker has purchased the company and its related outlets from
I’ve been interacting with a CEO coach for about a year, mostly through monthly group events, each with a six-session season or theme. The theme
One of the surest ways to bore my children is to start a sentence with the phrase “when I was a kid…” or “when I
One of my most recent RFPs (Request for Proposal) featured a well-known operator and a location that they operated quite successfully for more than five
I went to a small private Catholic school until 4th grade back in the North Hills of Pittsburgh. I remember walking up hill both ways
Over here, the heyday for building car parks was in the 60s and 70s. Cars were transitioning from the preserve of a wealthy minority to
I am excited to join the Parking Today team as CEO & Publisher after purchasing Parking Today Media from John Van Horn. For almost
I opened PIE 2024 with the announcement of sale of Parking Today Media to Kevin Uhlenhaker. I will let you read it here: I
To read previous chapters of “Death by Parking,” View Here Paul Manning was getting a little nervous. All the information from London was
View the Post on ParkNews.biz Parking Today Media, the leading parking industry media company, announces a change in ownership. Kevin Uhlenhaker has purchased the
In the parking & mobility industry, embracing innovation is key to staying ahead. At Frogparking, we’re committed to revolutionizing the industry by offering cutting-edge
With so many disrupting events, how do we stay positive about the Parking Industry? The answer to that questions starts with how will and
From autonomous vehicles to ride sharing, mobility has drastically changed. However, the true mobility revolution – one that addresses issues of traffic congestion, safety and
As Senior VP of HONK, a leading parking payments and mobility company, I’ve sat in on hundreds of educational sessions on countless interesting parking topics.
What aspects of your service delivery do your clients most appreciate? Is it different for different clients? Have you asked them lately? How do you
My first summer in New York was in 1969, the year the Jets won the Super Bowl and the Mets won the World Series. I
In today’s rapidly urbanizing world, the security and efficiency of parking facilities are more critical than ever. With the increase in vehicle ownership, parking lots
Parking Origin Stories is a series highlighting the personal journeys of passionate parking professionals. Today we feature Rafael Abanilla, Senior Vice President of Operations &
Our Industry is focusing on the new program of “Congestion Pricing” planned to roll out in New York City this spring. The program is designed
Parking Today interviews Jonny Combe, Chief Executive Officer, PayByPhone, following FLEETCOR’s acquisition of PayByPhone. PT: What does this acquisition mean for PayByPhone? JC: It
It is difficult to realize that as people age, their abilities in certain areas change. A friend pointed out that when running the Boston Marathon,
I took my family on an awesome vacation to Puerto Rico over the holidays, and along the way I was reminded about the value of leadership,
Business Development (Sales) is the lifeblood of any organization. Similar to the impact of the transfer portal on college football, keeping your existing clients has
I tell my two daughters to exercise caution anytime the weather changes. When it just starts to rain is when the roads are the slipperiest.
During the recent pandemic there was a significant shift from cash to card payment. This was driven by a combination of remote payment for things
I think we all remember the story of one especially snowy night when Santa needed someone to step up and lead his group of talented
Tighe & Bond, a Northeast firm that provides engineering, design, and environmental consulting, announced it acquired Cape Cod-based Coastal Engineering Co., Inc., a civil, structural,
To read previous chapters of “Death by Parking,” View Here With Paul Manning cooling his heels in Los Angeles, Rickie and the rest of
ParkingMadeEasy.com.au understands the challenges and inconveniences faced by drivers who receive parking tickets, often as a result of the complexities of urban parking. Effective
Everybody beats to a different drum, and we really are all victims of our upbringing. For instance, my kids, who were born in Indianapolis,
Anyone who reads my monthly waffle will have realized that I am not a great fan of electric vehicles. They promised less pollution than
February is the month of love, with Valentine’s Day and all, so in honor of that, I thought I would share eight things I
I’ve mentioned my city’s farmer’s market before – it’s one of my favorite places in the world. I go for the ambiance, a plate
Everyone reacts to unexpected new in different ways. One reasonably consistent response to “we’ve hired a consultant” is a combination of fear, anger, and
The EV crumbling has begun. General Motors and Honda have pulled back their EV programs and cut drastically the number of such vehicles they
While getting my degree in marketing, not once did I think, “Marketing for the parking industry is where my future will be!” I attended
I’m responsible for telling people where they should go to park when they come to Western Kentucky University. Many times, they don’t like what
Over the last eight months, Our Industry articles have focused on several groups, specifically the “Parking Reform Network” (PRN), that take confusing and damaging
Parking could be at the center of South Africa’s drive to increase renewable energy generation and scale up electric vehicle ownership as part of
The transition to gateless parking is an important trend in the parking industry and it has significant implications for customer service. In the right
While a fix-it-the-first-time approach may be the gold standard of customer service, addressing potential issues before they materialize is the true mark of an
Anyone who has ever started a new business venture understands the importance of being not only flexible, but also willing to make changes to
