Parking counting systems boil down to one simple principle: They give drivers the right information at the right time so they can get into spots with the minimum search time possible. And that’s not only good for drivers and for lot owners, it’s also good for the environment. Studies show that as much as 30%…
At any given time, hospital parking lots are host to a varied and busy cross section of people. With hospital administrators, health care providers, patients, visitors, corporate representatives, and emergency vehicles, there is rarely quiet on the streets and parking lots of medical centers. Couple that with people walking in and out of hospital buildings,…
Parking guidance systems let drivers know where and when parking spots are available. So what? How does parking guidance benefit lot owners? How does it improve your bottom line? Firstly, parking counting systems like OpenSpace help you offer better customer service. Nobody likes looking for a spot. By letting drivers know how many spots are…
A healthy downtown area where stores are walkable and easy to access generates robust sales and creates jobs, contributing to a vibrant economy for your city. Studies show that people who visit downtown businesses by foot return more often and spend more time and money. Ed McMahon of the Urban Land Institute went so far…
Your staff wants to get to work on time. They leave their houses with ample time, track the best route before they leave, and maybe even finish getting dressed in their cars. But what goes wrong between then and when they rush into work 20 minutes late? Companies don’t want to lose the productivity of…
It’s finally June and airports the world over are filled with vacation goers, headed out to enjoy some hard-earned time off. With more options of airports, airlines, and flying experiences than ever, modern travelers seek an experience that is the most personalized and offers them the best amenities. They want a smooth, streamlined experience from…
When you run an entertainment facility, you know you need to stay in the spirit of fun. Your customers are headed out for a night on the town, to watch their team win, see their favorite singer perform, or try their hand at winning big. You want your customers to arrive ready to cheer, sing,…
Congested roads are more than an annoyance; they’re a threat to a city’s infrastructure and its ability to thrive. How do cities address this critical issue? Oftentimes it’s by adding more lanes or creating more roadways. While this may alleviate some of the congestion in the short term, traffic usually soon fills the added…
Is digital stardust embedded in tiny sensors magically making your city, or parking lots, smarter? While the move toward making all things “smart” is a growing trend, technology alone can’t create a world that is more sustainable, intuitive, and responsive to people’s needs. Ultimately it’s people, not just data, that create the paradigm of smart living.…