Japa’s Expansion in Smart EV Charging Solutions at SMUD

July 31, 2024

West Sacramento, California, July 2024 – Japa, Inc., a pioneer in innovative parking solutions, is excited to announce a significant expansion of our partnership with the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD). This expansion includes extending the Sacramento-based company’s smart parking technology to more SMUD employee EV charging spaces.

The advanced technology provided by Japa includes sensors and analytics tools that
monitor space utilization and gather data on usage patterns. This allows SMUD to
efficiently manage its campus EV spaces, leading to better resource allocation.

Since the initial installation, SMUD has seen enhancements of EV charging facilities. The
integration of Japa’s smart systems has transformed the way SMUD manages EV spaces,
delivering crucial data and enhancing user experience through real-time monitoring.

With this expansion, SMUD aims to provide even more ease of use to employee’s who drive electric vehicles. The app informs commuters about the availability of EV charging spaces at SMUD’s two Sacramento campuses, further streamlining the charging experience. Commuters can now easily find open charging stations, reducing wait times and increasing overall satisfaction.

“By expanding our system to more on campus employee EV spaces, we’re not only improving operational efficiency but also enriching the commuting experience for electric vehicle owners.” said Mathew Magno, CEO at Japa, Inc.

“Expanding the Japa parking app across all employee EV charging spaces at SMUD is a cost-effective means to monitor space usage and enhance our employees’ experience, while supporting our goal of zero carbon by 2030, one of the boldest plans of any large utility in the United States,” said Kirsten DePersis, SMUD’s Director of Facilities Security & Emergency Operations.

About Japa, Inc.
Japa is a leading smart parking company delivering smart data and advanced analytics to
solve parking issues for customers. Japa’s pioneering technology makes the parking
experience for consumers easier, while making parking and mobility more efficient. Japa
helps cities, hospitals, stadiums and universities to further enhance their Smart Initiatives.
Our vision is simple—”to revolutionize parking and urban mobility by creating seamless,
sustainable, and intelligent parking solutions.” We want everyone to park smart and stress
less.

1002 Central St, West Sacramento, CA 95776

(877) 775-5272    www.parkjapa.com

Meet GMP AI ExpressLane: Ticketless AI-PARCS with Enhanced LP Matching

July 16, 2024

Los Angeles, California – July 16th, 2024 – Get My Parking, a pioneer in white-labeled, interoperable smart parking solutions, is excited to announce the launch of ExpressLane, a groundbreaking AI-PARCS that leverages AI to reduce LPR misreads. Providing 100% revenue capture while delivering a super fast ticketless parking experience. 

ExpressLane enables parkers to enter and exit parking facilities without stopping at gates or pulling a ticket, making it ideal for all types of parkers, including visitors, permit holders, fleet partners, or users of your custom-branded parking app. It is a fully managed service where GMP AI repairs and closes sessions quickly and accurately, even if a license plate is misread. 

Easy Retrofit Set Up 

ExpressLane works with both gated and ungated environments and retrofits seamlessly with your existing equipment, saving owners and operators from spending a relative fortune on hardware upgrades. Deployment costs less than $2,000 of hardware per lane, thanks to our Plug-N-Play, off-the-shelf Gatekit. We offer custom signages and digital display software to make parking easier for parkers and operators. Our expert team also provides round-the-clock support to assist you throughout the setup and operations processes. 

Superfast Entry and Exit  

As vehicles drive through an ExpressLane, cameras accurately read license plates with the help of GMP AI, even in challenging conditions such as low light, extreme angles or low visibility conditions. The system automatically initiates a parking session for both registered and transient parkers. On exit, the parking session automatically ends and gates open without manual intervention. 

Flexible Payments 

At exit points, cameras identify the vehicle’s license plate and the display kiosk shows the parking fee. For parkers registered on your app, payment can be automatically collected. Drive-ins can scan a QR code or tap a card at the exit terminal to use their preferred payment method. The wide range of payment options including Apple Pay ensures 100% cashless revenue collection. 

As Accurate as LPR Gets 

ExpressLane enables highly accurate license plate matching technology, supported by real-time AI corrections. GMP AI is trained to identify state codes and plate mismatches to repair and correct parking sessions in cases of bad lighting or illegible license plates. The admin panel also offers manual supervision so that we can provide corrections to further improve the AI. 

Pre-booked sessions and permits 

ExpressLane is built to accommodate pre-booked parking sessions and permits to avoid duplicate sessions or overcharging parkers. With Get My Parking’s integration with Ocra, ExpressLane can identify reservations made through third-party solutions and connect their parking sessions to the same. 

Easy Validations 

Operators can partner with local businesses to offer parking validations. Customers can validate their parking sessions by providing their license plate number or phone number to the staff who chooses the appropriate validation through a self-serve portal. 

Usher in New Revenue 

ExpressLane represents a revolutionary advancement in parking technology, setting up ticketless AI powered-PARCS without the high cost of new gate installations. ExpressLane’s powerful admin tools allow for easy configuration of service fees, parking rates, and validations, providing a significant return on investment from day one. 

Comprehensive Reports and Parking Data Insights 

Keep track of every session, transaction, and parker with detailed reports on intuitive dashboards designed by parking experts. Get a better understanding of your parking data with actionable insights to help you enhance your operations, identify enforceable sessions, and maximize profits with data-driven decisions. 

Upgrade your parking facilities with ExpressLane now and let your customers experience the future of parking today. 

For more information, schedule a demo or contact the GMP team. 

About Get My Parking

Founded in 2015, Get My Parking is an award-winning startup that has grown to a team of 110+ members across five continents. GMP provides essential technology to parking operators – white-label parking apps, an IoT gate kit to retrofit old parking gates for modern capabilities, and an interoperable cloud platform that enables centralized and digital operations across a network of parking facilities. GMP spearheads new trends like EV charging, connected cars, and shared mobility hubs on parking-related real estate with Plug-N-Play API integrations. GMP’s solutions have been deployed across 3,500  locations worldwide, enabling millions of parkers every month.  

Mid-Atlantic Parking Services (MAPS) Announces Comprehensive Rebranding

July 15, 2024

Alexandria, VA – July 15, 2024: Mid-Atlantic Parking Services (MAPS), a leading provider of parking solutions in the Mid-Atlantic region for 19 years, announces a comprehensive rebranding aimed at enhancing the customer experience. The new brand identity includes a vibrant logo, an updated color palette, and a more streamlined website. New offerings include a loyalty program, 24/7 customer service, and a mobile app for seamless parking management. These changes are designed to resonate with the target audience and promote business growth through innovative consulting services and tailored parking solutions.

“Our rebranding underscores our commitment to delivering the best possible parking experience to our customers,” said John Lyon, President of MAPS. “By listening to their feedback, we’ve implemented changes that we believe will truly enhance their lives.”

To support the rebranding, MAPS has launched several customer-focused initiatives. These enhancements include a dynamic new logo, a fresh color scheme, and an improved website. Key features of these initiatives are:

• A new loyalty program that rewards frequent customers with complimentary parking and exclusive perks.
• A dedicated customer service team available 24/7 to address inquiries and resolve issues.
• A user-friendly mobile app that enables customers to reserve parking, make payments, and manage accounts on the go.

Furthermore, during the rebranding, MAPS introduces additional value
for business owners:

• Tailored parking solutions designed to optimize revenue and enhance customer satisfaction.
• Innovative consulting services aimed at improving bottom-line performance.
• Custom reporting and user-friendly technology.

“We’re confident that our new brand will resonate with our target audience and drive business growth,” added John.

About Mid-Atlantic Parking Services: Mid-Atlantic Parking Services (MAPS) is a leading provider of parking solutions throughout the United States, offering valet parking, self-parking, shuttle services, mobile parking options, revenue enhancement, consulting, and operational improvements.

Contact:
Dervon Hampton
Director of Marketing
123 N Pitt St. Suite 325 Alexandria, VA 22314

questions@mapsparking.com

703-379-4384
www.mapsparking.com

Everfield acquires ParkHere, software specialist for smart parking

July 10, 2024

Munich, July 9, 2024. Everfield has acquired Munich-based software company ParkHere (https://park-here.eu/), a leading provider of smart parking technology. ParkHere‘s solution makes it easy for companies to allocate and manage parking spaces and electric vehicle charging stations for their employees. Parking spaces are digitally recorded in the ParkHere software, employees can manage their bookings with a mobile app, and a sensor provides automatic entry to garages using a QR Code or license plate recognition technology. The company’s customer base is growing strongly, and includes Henkel, Telefónica, ​Zurich Versicherung and HochTief. ​As a new member of Everfield, ParkHere continues to strengthen its growth plans. 

“With its intelligent all-in-one solution, ParkHere is one of the leading providers of digital parking management systems in the DACH region,” says Oscar Koberling, Country Manager for Germany, Austria and Switzerland at Everfield. “As a highly specialised, innovative technology company, ParkHere fits perfectly with Everfield. Together with ParkHere’s experienced management team, we want to build on previous successes and drive future growth.”

ParkHere offers companies a complete solution consisting of software and hardware to digitally capture and efficiently manage existing parking spaces. “With the help of an app, authorised employees can see in real time what parking is available and make reservations,” explains Clemens Techmer, Co-Founder and new Co-CEO of ParkHere. “The tedious search for parking is a thing of the past, and employees can begin their working days stress-free.” The ParkHere app also integrates with Microsoft Teams, allowing employees to reserve their parking space using software applications they use regularly during work hours. Finally, employees who pay for their parking spaces at work can do so based on time used, rather than a monthly lump sum. 

ParkHere also controls access to car parks or parking spaces via a digital access system. By means of license plate recognition or QR Code access, employees or visitors gain access, for example by automatically opening a barrier. “The combination of a digital dashboard, mobile app and physical access terminals for parking garages makes parking easy to plan”, says René Rather, ​C​o-CEO of ParkHere. “Companies can also use the flexible booking system to manage charging spots for electric vehicles. This means that employees can reserve charging spots for electric vehicles and control the charging process via the app.”

“Smart parking solutions are an important building block for sustainable mobility concepts in urban areas. This has true growth potential”, says Everfield’s Head of Acquisitions Henning Schreiber. “ParkHere has many large companies among its long-standing customers and has a strong growth trajectory for the future.”  

“Joining Everfield opens up a number of great new opportunities for us and our customers”, says Felix Harteneck, former CEO and Co-Founder of ParkHere. “We have experienced continuous and fast organic growth since our inception in 2015. With Everfield as a strategic partner, we will continue to expand our offering and develop our products in the future.” 

The management team and more than 30 employees remain with the company. ParkHere remains available to customers and partners at their Munich office. 

Jaber Tannay, Senior Vice President of Corum Group Intl acted as the M&A adviser to ParkHere. 

About Everfield 

Everfield buys, builds, and grows European vertical market and specialist software companies, providing them with the tools they need to move to the next level. Their mission is to foster ambition, fuel growth, and unlock opportunities for Europe’s software ecosystem.  

Everfield is not looking for short-term success but is a long-term partner for companies looking to maintain their brand and legacy. Henning Schreiber says: “We come to stay.” Companies are expected to retain their autonomy to a large extent, and can rely on support from Everfield’s teams. In particular, founders and owners who can be sure that they are putting their entrepreneurial legacy in good hands. 

About ParkHere 

ParkHere is a technology company that specialises in parking space solutions. Consisting of IoT hardware and software products, ParkHere offers companies, real estate and parking space operators’ unique solutions for efficient and sustainable mobility. Companies such as ​Telefónica, Zurich Versicherung and HochTief ​already trust ParkHere’s individually configurable complete solution and expert knowledge.
 

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Mobile Smart City Pango Expands its Relationship with City of Auburn, New York

July 03, 2024

July 2024

Mobile Smart City Pango continues to expand with the City of Auburn NY, now expanding Pango for quick and easy payment for their parking garages. “This is another success story for Mobile Smart City, when you have a partner location who has options and continues to evolve their operations with you, in this case expanding Pango throughout the City is a testament that they feel confident in the solution and the relationship. We look forward to our continued relationship with Auburn and providing the right solutions for their needs,” states John J. Incandela, President and CEO at Mobile Smart City.

About Mobile Smart City
Mobile Smart City Corp. is a Fintech company specializing in providing mobile touchless payment services for parking, transit, and other city services. Its offerings include mobile payments, enforcement, permits, navigation, parking pay stations and smart routing.  Mobile Smart City offers real time enforcement and traffic analytics. Invented in 1997, US Patent No. 5,940,481. With its Corporate Headquarters based in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, Mobile Smart City has introduced first-of-its-kind technology in the United States.

For more information, www.mypango.com or contact Mark Tulloch mtulloch@mobilesmart.city.

Frogparking Completes Remote Software Update Enhancing FrogHub Data & Analytics Dashboard

July 02, 2024

July 2, 2024 – Frogparking, a leading provider of innovative parking management solutions, is pleased to announce the successful completion of a remote software update to our FrogHub Data & Analytics dashboard. This latest update reaffirms our commitment to providing the most advanced, reliable, and consistent real-time insights in the market.

The remote update enhances the capabilities of FrogHub, ensuring that all revenue is recorded in real-time. This improvement not only bolsters the accuracy and reliability of our analytics but also solidifies our position as the only supplier in the market able to offer these unparalleled real-time insights consistently.

“We are thrilled to bring this enhanced functionality to our clients,” said Shareena Sandbrook, CEO at Frogparking. “This update underscores our dedication to continuous innovation and our commitment to providing our customers with the best tools to manage their parking operations efficiently.”

The remote nature of this update highlights Frogparking’s technological prowess and ability to deliver seamless enhancements without disrupting our clients’ operations. Our ongoing advancements ensure that Frogparking remains at the forefront of the parking management industry, offering unmatched data accuracy and real-time reporting capabilities.

For more information about Frogparking and our suite of parking solutions, please visit www.frogparking.com or contact hi@frogparking.com. 

About Frogparking

Frogparking is a global leader in smart parking management solutions. Our cutting-edge technology and innovative approaches are designed to transform the way cities, airports, universities, and shopping centers manage their parking facilities. With a focus on real-time data and analytics, Frogparking helps clients optimize their operations, improve customer experience, and increase revenue.

For media inquiries, please contact: marketing@frogparking.com

EnSight Technologies and FAAC Parking Solutions Awarded Contract for AI-Based Parking Management System at Norfolk International Airport

July 02, 2024

San Diego, CA (July 1, 2024)— EnSight Technologies, in partnership with FAAC Parking Solutions, has been chosen by Norfolk International Airport to implement an advanced AI-based parking guidance and occupancy management system throughout the airport’s five parking facilities. The cutting-edge system will feature a vision-based machine
learning hybrid approach, utilizing over 100 cameras to provide comprehensive real-time space occupancy monitoring in each of the airport’s four garages and one surface parking lot. Altogether, the system will provide parking guidance and occupancy management for over 1,000 parking spaces.

“We’re excited to partner with FAAC Parking Solutions to bring our industry-leading parking occupancy management and guidance technology to Norfolk International Airport,” said Chris Scheppmann, Managing Partner of EnSight Technologies. “The machine learning capabilities of the technology will assure that the system can grow and adapt as the airport’s parking needs evolve.”

EnSight’s technology supports in-motion level counting zones and individual monitoring of ADA spaces, ensuring efficient and accessible parking solutions for all passengers. By leveraging AI and machine learning, the system will enhance accuracy and responsiveness, greatly improving the user experience. In addition to the advanced monitoring
capabilities, the project also includes the installation of new interactive digital signage in the B and C garages. These signs will guide passengers to available parking spaces quickly and easily, significantly reducing the time spent searching for parking and alleviating congestion. This upgrade will enhance the overall parking experience, increase
operational efficiency, and provide a smoother, more convenient journey for travelers.

About EnSight Technologies
EnSight Technologies is a parking technology company that has set out to simplify parking guidance with smart technology. EnSight’s smart, simple and scalable technology ecosystem provides a cost-effective parking guidance alternative to parking owners and operators of all sizes. The company can be found on the Internet at www.ensight-technologies.com.

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July 1, 2024 – Parking and Mobility Industry Global Software Pioneer, Get My Parking, Promotes Jordan Schware to Senior Vice President, North America

July 01, 2024

Los Angeles, California – July 1, 2024 – Get My Parking (GMP or the Company), a global pioneer in interoperable smart parking solutions, proudly announces the promotion of Jordan Schware to Senior Vice President, North America. 

This strategic move comes as GMP experiences exponential growth across the continent driven by widespread adoption of its IoT-driven, mobile-enabled, white-labeled, app-based and app-free platforms to support diverse use cases in both gated and gateless environments. 

With over a decade of service and diverse industry experience in technology sales and integration, Schware has demonstrated strategic sales acumen and strong go-to-market execution, propelling the Company’s platforms across multiple verticals and geographies. His leadership and ambassadorship on behalf of GMP contributed to a remarkable 175% revenue growth over the past two years, earning him the 2023 GMP Founder’s Award. 

As Senior Vice President, North America, Schware will work collaboratively with GMP colleagues, clients, and stakeholders across the continent, advocating and supporting the Company’s strategic priorities, including organic sales growth, client success, and technology and channel partnerships. 

“This ride at Get My Parking only gets better! I am thrilled to be leveraging my keen interest and passion for deploying sustainable technologies and working alongside my esteemed colleagues and our solution-savvy clients to drive cutting-edge advancements in our industry,” remarked Schware. “With GMP’s visionary R&D team and our open APIs, we aim to redefine the future of parking and mobility using our capex-light, plug and play software solutions.” 

Schware’s background and education in Environmental Design enrich his many industry contributions. Before joining Get My Parking, he held pivotal roles at Sovrn and FLASH, where he developed and implemented enhanced sales strategies and championed process improvement. At Sovrn, he built scalable SDR teams across its verticals and introduced advanced CRM and pipeline management tools. As a Regional Sales Manager at FLASH, he spearheaded a New Construction vertical and coached the West Coast sales team, driving ~$7 million in new business across eight (8) new states over two years. 

“With Jordan’s deep understanding of our product suite and his demonstrated leadership capacities within our organization, he is uniquely positioned to help our Company and clients navigate the complexities of today’s rapidly evolving mobility landscape,” said Steve Resnick, CAPP, President, North America, at GMP. “With this promotion, we reaffirm our unwavering commitment to cultivating internal talent at GMP and investing in our team’s capabilities.” 

“Jordan’s promotion exemplifies our dedication to nurturing talent from within Get My Parking,” said Chirag Jain, CEO. “With a decade of dedicated service and an institutional understanding of our industry, Jordan has consistently driven growth and client success across North America. His elevation aligns perfectly with our vision for the future and underscores our belief in investing in internal resources. We are confident Jordan will help our North American team reach new heights and continue delivering exceptional value to our clients,” remarked Jain. 

Unlock the full potential of your operations with custom-branded digital solutions by Get My Parking. Transform your legacy hardware, software, and systems into intelligent mobility hubs with minimal upfront costs. Schedule a demo with our team now and start generating more revenue today. 

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About Get My Parking  

Get My Parking is an award-winning global technology firm serving the parking and mobility industry. GMP’s technology can be found in various sectors and verticals, including office buildings, shopping centers, healthcare, hospitality, mixed-use and multi-family projects, airports, convention centers, large venues, universities, municipalities, and more. With a team of 150 professionals across five continents, GMP offers solutions for shared mobility hubs, EV charging, connected cars, LPR, and AI, through open APIs. GMP’s open-source ecosystem modernizes and monetizes diverse operations, providing a future-proof technology roadmap while empowering actionable data insights. Processing millions of client and consumer transactions annually, Get My Parking’s solutions are operational at more than 3,500 locations worldwide. For more information, visit: Get My Parking. 

Contact 

Chirag Jain 

Founder & CEO, Get My Parking 

chirag@getmyparking.com 

The Neuhoff District Makes the Pivot

June 25, 2024

NASHVILLE, TN [May 8, 2024] – Pivot Parking is proud to announce they have been awarded through a competitive bid process the parking management contract for The Neuhoff District, an innovative historic adaptive re-use project along the bank of the Cumberland River in Germantown.

The mixed-use Neuhoff will comprise over 914,000 square feet of retail, residential, and office space and 2,100 parking spaces, including car and bike valet services. As a LEED-certified project, 100+ EV ready charging spaces will be available for residents, tenants, and visitors to utilize.

“The Neuhoff District has a history of bringing people together since the early 1900s, from cattle farmers to the music industry, and Pivot is proud to play a part in its newest adaptation,” said Robert Cizek, Director of National Sales at Pivot Parking.

“Our veteran team is thrilled to bring our industry knowledge to Germantown and implement solutions that are tailored to the residents and visitors in the area.”

As a central location in Nashville and one of the city’s hottest corners for the burgeoning urban residential market, the Neuhoff is primed to attract young professionals and families.

With 542 apartment residences, two 14-story office towers, first floor retail and restaurant spaces, and a one-of-a-kind over-water pool and amphitheater along the river, the Neuhoff must be accessible to all, and Pivot is ready to provide top-notch and efficient parking options.

“We want to provide our visitors and residents at The Neuhoff a pleasant experience from the moment they pull onto the property until they leave and Pivot Parking’s enhanced technology, superior customer service, and expertise in parking structures of all sizes will help us do just that,” said Kiesha Hutchinson, General Manager at Cousins Properties Incorporated.

ABOUT PIVOT PARKING

Co-founded in 2020 by parking industry veteran Scott Diggs and serial entrepreneur Paul Adkison, Pivot Parking is one of the fastest growing parking companies in the United States. Along with industry leaders

Tina Reid and Brandon Lauterbach, the company has over 125 years of experience in the parking industry and boasts 100% customer retention, parking over 25,000 cars per day and handling over nine million transactions each year. Park Fast. Park Easy. Park Smart. Learn more at pivotparking.com.