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Unlocking Parking Innovation with Data Standards

During the past several years, the parking industry has seen the development of two critical parking data standards: the Curb Data Specification (CDS) from the Open Mobility Foundation (OMF) and the data specifications developed by the Alliance for Parking Data Standards (APDS).

A Garage that Shines

In fall 2024, the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) within Sam Houston State University completed a 328,000-square-foot parking garage that accentuates the college’s presence in Conroe, Texas, about 40 miles north of Houston.

5 Digital Parking Pitfalls and How Smart Operators Avoid Them

Digital parking is here to stay, so avoid these five costly mistakes and stay ahead of the curve. By Dan Roarty Our world has gone digital, and parking is finally catching up with a reimagined experience that meets modern driver expectations. Advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and cameras have suddenly enabled operators to seamlessly connect a […]

The Lost Art of the Parking Audit

Although automation has transformed parking operations, regular audits remain essential to catching hidden revenue leaks and operational inefficiencies. By Joseph Dudek We’ve all heard the saying, “Set it and forget it.” In the parking world, this mindset often translates to, “If it’s automated, it must be foolproof.” Many operators and property owners view automation as […]

Technology & All Its Challenges

By Brian Wolff As technology proliferates in parking, the job of a parking professional is getting harder, not easier. Before technology, parking cars was less complicated. Location or price were the two big levers, and payment choices were cash or check. That may be an overly simplistic characterization because cash and checks had their own […]

Standards, Systems, and the Human Touch

By Jay Landers This month’s issue of Parking Today shines a spotlight on the power of data and the standards that make it truly useful. Our cover story explores the promise of parking data standards like the Alliance for Parking Data Standards and the Curb Data Specification to unlock seamless integration across jurisdictions, systems, and […]

Logged In and Stressed Out: Managing Mental Health in a Tech-Saturated Workplace

By Clarena Tobon Technology has made our work lives faster, more connected, and more efficient. But it’s also made it a lot harder to unplug. With smartphones pinging late at night, emails following us into weekends, and constant digital communication, it’s no wonder many employees feel like they’re always “on.” As we head into the […]

Transforming Urban Curb Side Management: From Chaos to Efficiency

By Jade Neville I’ve always been fascinated with the hidden potential of our city streets, particularly the curb side — a space too often overlooked, yet absolutely critical to urban life. I view the curb not merely as a strip for parking but as a dynamic asset that, when managed with insight and care, could […]

Data Is Like a Matchbox Car Collection: Small Pieces, Big Potential

By Katherine Beaty I was sitting in a conference breakout session on data strategy when it hit me: Most parking operators aren’t struggling because they lack data. They’re stuck because they don’t know where to begin. Looking around the room, I saw a mix of confused expressions and frantically scribbled notes. Everyone’s being told to […]

How Advanced Parking Guidance Systems Boost Security and Efficiency  

By Steve Gorski  Parking facilities face ongoing security challenges, from vehicle theft and vandalism to unauthorized access and general safety concerns. Traditional surveillance methods, such as security patrols and fixed-position cameras, have been effective to some extent, but advancements in parking guidance systems now provide an integrated approach to security and surveillance that is both […]
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