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End-to-end parking technology that addresses each step of a traveler’s journey is here, and it’s revolutionizing smart cities. What do we mean by end-to-end? To illustrate, consider the following scenario:
Commuters and urban travelers may not realize just how complex a city parking system can be while they’re searching for on-street spaces or heading into a parking asset. An urban
How the new consumer journey is changing what makes a parking garage profitable.
Events are becoming more commonplace as different industries are attempting to find a balance between safety and practicality. Organizers are eager to give people what they want—more times with friends
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What are some of your biggest hurdles when it comes to tracking traffic? If your answers include the challenge of accurately accounting for capacity in any given moment or having
What exactly makes cities “smart?” And—how does mobility factor into the equation? Smart cities are fueled by the ebb and flow of their citizens, and as we’ve written before—if citizens
When was the last time you ditched a rideshare service for a regular ol’ cab? For Lyft or Uber users, hailing a standard cab might now seem outdated. Instead of
Acquisition creates a no-risk, enforceable 21st century parking solution for asset owners and operators to modernize parking assets and capitalize on the economic comeback. July 15, 2021 (Austin, TX and
When asset owners think about efficient construction, parking doesn’t always immediately come to mind. However, parking has a larger role in the upcoming mobility landscape, and an asset has enormous
Owners and operators often share with us that keeping track of customers, capacity, and overall traffic flow can be particularly difficult. There are so many disparate parking technologies that exist,
What exactly is data management with regard to business intelligence? The two are intimately linked. Most owners and operators would agree that business intelligence is a constantly sought-after prize. Within
Commercial Real Estate (CRE) has undoubtedly had its number of pitfalls and battles over the past decade. From dilapidated markets to the COVID-19 pandemic, CRE managers have had to contend
If there’s one recurrent theme in hospitality mobility and parking in the past few years, it’s this: the rules have been rewritten. Whether by COVID-19 or innovations in technology, the
Nonprofit Partners with Mobile Parking Giants FLASH and ParkWhiz to Help Offset Cost of Parking for Chicago-area NICU Families (Chicago, IL- 6/9/21) –The Jackson Chance Foundation goes high tech with new friends to spread its
Valet parking is the first and last impression you make on your guests; it sets their levels of expectation. The customer’s experience can be immensely elevated with an efficient valet
Acquisition creates an advantage for real estate owners to modernize their assets in a rapidly diversifying mobility ecosystem via digital, connected experiences with Legacy PARCS systems June 16, 2021 (Austin,
How the new consumer journey is changing what makes a parking garage profitable.
The future is approaching quickly as electric vehicles (EV) are coming to fruition with a force. Support for their integration into general consumer society is growing, boosted by President Biden’s
A free version of FLASH’s original valet solution is the first in a series of product launches to support the digital transformation of parking operations June 3, 2021 – AUSTIN, TX – This week
We have a singular mission when it comes to mobility in healthcare: make parking the simple part. People have more pressing matters when visiting healthcare facilities; they don’t need to
The concept of being “hyperlocal” within mobility has pervaded urban planning discussions for the past two decades. So much so that areas and communities are being built with accessibility in
In 2011, Juan Rodriguez, Eliseo Diaz, and Dean Cleaver founded a company called KleverLogic with a vision for mobile-based valet. Ten years later, their brand has transformed into FLASH: the
In our FlashFuture ‘21 livestream event, which you can watch here, we discussed the direction we see mobility and parking headed towards. Our insights are driven by what the modern
The usage of artificial intelligence (AI) in data, and machine learning within it, has completely changed the rate of innovation in technology. Although the technology is still in the beginning
Take a second to imagine life post-pandemic. In an idealized year from now, we will safely be able to walk about and enjoy our favorite activities—perhaps doing so while maskless.
There are certain people and occupations tasked with leading the next iteration of the American city. The people in these positions constantly keep one antenna tuned to what’s happening today
Parking is an often overlooked – but undoubtedly essential – service for every brick-and-mortar business. With the right parking control systems, it can be a significant revenue generator, too. Requirements
“Everyone is talking about range anxiety but the real anxiety is recharging anxiety. The recharging infrastructure is the critical key to the success of the EV.”– Matt DeLorenzo, Senior Managing
Ask yourself this question: What’s the percentage of parking operators that have adopted digital transactions? The answer is not many—under 10 percent. Now, think about the everyday services you use
For parking industry mainstays – the people who have been around long enough to see the ups and downs of the industry – 2020 was in many ways unprecedented. But
Historically, mobility, smart cities, and parking have been male-dominated industries, but as these industries evolve, women are playing a significant role in the future of these industries. Only one-third of
Historically, mobility, smart cities, and parking have been male-dominated industries, but as these industries evolve, women are playing a significant role in the future of these industries. Only one-third of
President Biden and the new administration aren’t slowing down when it comes to “Building Back Better.” In just the first few weeks in office, Biden put critical executive orders into effect to
Historically, mobility, smart cities, and parking have been male-dominated industries, but as these industries evolve, women are playing a significant role in the future of these industries.Only one-third of entry-level
Originally published on Industry Today. – I get it: the cars of our past fundamentally lack the allure of micro-EVs or universal public transit. And for good reason. Internal-combustion cars
Merging companies enable parking facilities to undergo a digital transformation; positioning parking infrastructure as the key to unlocking the smart city Austin, Texas, March 15, 2021 – FLASH and Arrive Mobility,
March 18, 2021 Keynote: Sec. Pete Buttigieg in Conversation with Jonathan Capehart Who Spoke: U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg and MSNBC’s Jonathan Capehart What They Talked About: The plan to
It’s an exciting time! You’ve realized that you need new parking software for your asset. Maybe you’ve opened a new location and need more resources. Perhaps you’ve upgraded your infrastructure,
Any professional athlete would warn you to never neglect your basics. You can have your eye on hitting the best home runs in the world, but if you don’t practice
Cities are facing a conundrum. Approximately 83 percent of the American population lives in an urban area—and that number is expected to grow to an estimated 89 percent by 2050.
If you asked somebody in the software-as-a-service (SaaS) or digital technology industry about cloud computing, they would likely tell you that the cloud is table stakes. (The gist: storing and
March 12, 2021 (Austin, TX) – FLASH, the leader in 21st-century parking technology, announces the acquisition of ParkIt, cloud-based monthly parking management and AR software solution. It can no longer be ignored: the
Austin, Texas, March 8, 2021 – FLASH, Inc., the leader in 21st-century parking and mobility technology, will be presenting at the 2021 Baird Vehicle Technology & Mobility Virtual Conference, an
Austin, Texas, March 8, 2021 – FLASH, Inc., the leader in 21st century parking technology, alongside partner company Arrive Mobility, Inc., FLASH will unveil its latest technology at FlashFuture ’21, a free
Originally published on Blueprint Written by David Harry, Produced by Andrew Wright & Kirk Dyson — The equation may appear simple when designing a new parking garage. But while it’s still
Originally published in Parking Today March 2020 Issue; Page 26 By John Van Horn — Now is the time for owners and operators to be looking at more diverse revenue streams in
It has been a year since a global pandemic forced us to rethink the way we live. In that time, behaviors around grocery shopping, dining out, attending events, and going
The verdict is in: parking is the key to a smarter city. Behind the scenes, urban planners, technologists, and engineers are charging full steam ahead to adapt to the future
“We’re in discussions with different city departments, and I talk to people all around the country about how we can connect everything together,” says Adam Jones of the Downtown Tempe
If you aren’t forced to aggressively adapt to new flexible work lifestyles, consider yourself one of the lucky ones. At the upper echelon of affected businesses, parking has had to
Regarding value earned per dollar spent, companies that adopt HaaS have a considerable advantage over others that opt for CapEx. If you’ve ever bought a used car, you probably did
“Office workers who take advantage of flex work weeks have the desire and motivation to be productive, but they still face challenges in delivering great work for their employers… Parking
You’ve seen them. Perhaps you were stuck in traffic, or maybe you were walking along the sidewalk when you spotted a small, two-wheeled conveyance rolling along. And if you’re clever,
What Is Demand Pricing? Although demand pricing might not be a term that you recognize immediately, it is a concept that you are quite familiar with. Gas prices fluctuate daily,
Combination will create the operating system for the new way to manage mobility, enabling parking companies to better prepare for the changing office and consumer landscape and thrive in an
Cameras Change The Face of Automated Parking. In the nearly 50 years since Eastman Kodak first prototyped the earliest digital camera, the spread of digital sensors has been rampant. Look
You’ve got your first two steps ready. You are chasing victory for the next year. You know for your operation to thrive it needs to be reliable and accessible. Those
Greatness is bred from grit and led by those who reach out and grab success, rather than waiting for it. We know well that fortune favors the bold, and we’ve always
In the big picture, the highly advanced computer-based reality that you know is just a blip on humanity’s timeline. Although technology seemingly touches every part of our daily lives, from
Before the final buzzer rings. Before the roar of the crowd. Before the game even starts, all winners do the same thing – create a game plan. A great game plan
History shows that in times of crisis, businesses that focus on aggressively tackling and overcoming challenges are seen not only as victors but as leaders. At FlashParking, we see the
Electrification has arrived. Cars, bikes, scooters — even Amazon fleets. The revolution away from internal combustion is officially underway, and it’s happening faster than we’d ever anticipated. Early adopters are
It wasn’t long ago that the process of paying for things was an established routine. Perhaps you began your day by inserting your debit card into a cash machine, punching
Micro-mobility? Although you might not yet be familiar with the term, it’s likely that you are already part of the micro-mobility revolution taking place in nationwide urban cities. Micro-mobility typically
In order to adapt to and thrive in today’s rapidly evolving parking market, control and flexibility are crucial. FlashParking is radically altering the parking industry to solve existing and traditionally-accepted
Multiplying Modes More people. More places to go. Some get there by car, others by public transit or foot — and increasingly by bikes and eScooters. But all these ways
The days of losing revenue to constant equipment maintenance and upgrades are on their way out. We’re living in an app-driven, tech-forward, interconnected world where equipment manufacturers have accelerated the
As technology perpetually advances and progresses, there are still a few reluctant industries that either refuse to—or can’t find their way to—embrace and integrate modern tech into their existing models.
We like things fast. Fast cars, fast computers, and—for some—fast food. As technology continues to become increasingly integrated into every aspect of daily life, consumer expectations for rapid response and
THINK LIKE AN INNOVATOR:How Mobility Leaders are Thinking Outside the Box, Inside the Linesto Drive Revenue in Parking Assets In this webinar, which originally aired October 20th, 2020, Tyler DuMont
It’s time to rethink parking. The days of empty slabs of concrete serviced by unengaged attendants and powered by inefficient technology are over. The future of Parking Access and Revenue
Limiting parking to cars is holding your asset back. This is how more dynamic operations are diversifying revenue with parking plus an ecosystem of revenue-generating services. Garages and lots can be an asset to
Micromobilty has become a fixture of the urban ecosystem. But the often dockless nature of these scooters and bikes has become a point of contention among city officials and urban
The idea that parking is an action reserved for cars is outdated. And our streets, curbsides, and driveways have already moved past it. The parking lot is next. The Multimodal
How Hardware-as-a-Service puts tomorrow’s technology within reach. If you think about the way parking technology has traditionally been purchased, this massive investment decision is based solely on the information and technology available
In limbo between “business as usual” and a complete halt of operations, the parking industry is in a weird place right now. But this uncertain time is a great opportunity
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