Parking TechnologyFuture Trends

The Five Frontiers

• On-Street Analytics• Automated License Plate Recognition (ALPR)• Parking Guidance Systems• Internet Sales• Handheld Applications

Evolution of Curbside Management

On-Street Analytics

• Networked wireless sensors report to a central server

• Can be linked to curbside or multi-space meters• Real time data feeds to web-based applications• Point-of-violation feeds to enforcement personnel• Constant data stream regarding length of stay,

occupancy and turnover• Supports variable demand pricing initiatives

ALPR Systems

ALPR Applications

• Loss prevention• Scofflaw detection• Permit enforcement• Time-limit enforcement (i.e. auto-chalking)• Access control

ALPR Considerations

PROS• Force multiplier• Enhanced compliance• Increased revenues• Robust data stream• Elevated security• Paired data capture

CONS• Data management• Legal liability• Cost to acquire• Database maintenance• Read issues• Credential confusion

Parking Guidance Systems

Parking Guidance Systems

BENEFITS• Recapture of up to 10% of

usable capacity• Increased revenues• Decreased CO2 emissions• Elevated customer service• Reduced wear and tear

LIABILITIES• Cost of acquisition• Cost of installation• Cost of maintenance• Increased utility costs• Elevated process speeds• Increased risk of accidents

Internet Sales

Considerations

• Will elevate cash controls and customer service• Better pre-event data = better event management• Higher process speeds than collect on entry and/ or

exit formats• Opens the door to variable demand pricing• May require significant equipment upgrades• Still requires staffing during events

Handheld Applications

Handheld Apps

• Consolidate data or functions in a single source• Enhance the customer experience• Improve wayfinding and expedite travel to

destination• Can enhance revenues• Raise life safety concerns• Require support infrastructure • Go great with ranch or blue cheese dressing

Parting Thoughts

• Technology is a tool, not a cure-all• Solid policy and procedure need to be part of the mix• Know the ‘why’ long before you worry about the

‘what’• Use every feature• Know the benefit