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 planner’s mission is to make this experience as seamless as possible while also maximizing revenue. For municipalities, connecting a city-wide infrastructure of thousands of spaces through hardware and software provides a smooth experience for any type of parker in any asset.
At least, that’s the goal.
In reality, efficient city parking is a constant challenge in even the most modern smart city. People have different needs that require varied parking solutions and configurations. And in such a vast system that spans an entire town or city, parking technology that can handle supply management and transactions is becoming the gold standard.
So, how can cities approach finding the ideal mobility solutions to fit their needs? The RFP and selection process is daunting, but you can get a great start by asking the right questions and knowing what you need from your providers.
Read our list of the top questions you should be asking while searching for solutions.