Technologies

PHASE 1, Finished

The first phase of the new 5-level Terminal 1 Parking Plaza at the San Diego International Airport began operations in August   By Michael Pendergrass   In late August, phase 1 of the 5-level Terminal 1 (T1) Parking Plaza at the San Diego International Airport opened to the public. Comprising more than 2,800 stalls, the […]

Speed to Market

To optimize the process of delivering parking buildings, project teams must begin by conducting thorough planning and developing a comprehensive understanding of project needs   By Fernando Sanchez   Parking buildings are vital to the functionality and success of development projects, regardless of use type. Whether they are part of a healthcare facility, university or […]

Unlocking New Possibilities

How the Use of License Plate Recognition Technology Can Benefit Airport Visitors and Improve Airport Operations   By Mauricio Ochoa   Airport parking has long been a logistical headache for travelers and operators alike. The stress of finding a spot, dealing with traffic congestion, and ensuring security is universal and deeply felt. However, the introduction […]

Innovation Navigator … November 2024

Fighting Fraud: Insights From a Recent Study on Occupational Theft   Although understanding the dollars in parking and mobility is essential, ensuring your organization isn’t losing money due to unchecked fraud is equally vital.   Every 2 years, the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners (ACFE) surveys thousands of certified fraud examiners about the methods, costs, […]

Industry News … November 2024

ParkMobile, a provider of smart parking and mobility solutions in North America and part of EasyPark Group, announced a partnership with Flash, a provider of parking and electric vehicle charging solutions. ParkMobile and Flash are developing a unified network that simplifies the driver experience of finding, reserving, and paying for parking. This will allow the […]

Editor’s Note; November 2024

Parking, Progress, and Airports   As anyone who’s traveled knows, airports are hubs of movement, energy, and logistics. But there’s one part of the travel experience that travelers often overlook until it’s a problem — parking.   In this issue, with our editorial focus on airport parking, we explore how advancements in airport parking are […]

Cameras, Control, and Crime Prevention

Technological improvements continue to boost efforts to increase safety and security in parking facilities By Jay Landers   Safety and security in and around parking facilities are perennial concerns for operators and patrons alike. Parking structures, particularly large, enclosed facilities like garages, often face issues such as vehicle theft, vandalism, and violent crime, due to […]

Game-Day Parking Redesigned

Seamless Parking at the University of Houston Improves 
the Game-Day Experience for Football Fans   By Jaime Snyder, CAPP, and Neil Hart, MBA, CAPP, CASP   Anyone who has ever attended either a college or professional football game can attest that parking is critical to the overall experience. Although some fans park their vehicles and […]

Smarter Parking Makes for Smarter Cities

The Smart City Movement Begins to Benefit from the Increasing Sophistication of Parking Technology   By Jay Landers   Across the world, urban centers increasingly are collecting, analyzing, and acting on data in real time to optimize operations, reduce costs, and improve services. These “smart cities” often seek to develop innovative public policies that achieve such […]

Nothing is Impossible: Converting Critics Into Partners

Editor’s note: This is the third in a series of Parking Today articles by Adrienne Tucker. To read the first article, see “Nothing Is Impossible: Building a Parking Division from the Ground Up,” pages 18 and 21, in the June 2024 issue. Tucker’s second article, “Nothing Is Impossible: Navigating the Procurement Maze,” appeared on pages […]

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