T2 Customers Conquer the Complexities of Parking Management at Connect 2024
T2 Connect 2024 was another unforgettable expedition for attendees, filled with discovery, camaraderie, growth, and celebration.
Leadership Spotlight: Audrey Tarter
Audrey Tarter, VP of HR at T2 talks about her passion for employee development, and approach to talent acquisition.
Employee Spotlight: Rodney Carpenter
Rodney Carpenter, Strategic Sales Executive at T2 Systems talks about his career journey and how he continues to prioritize the customers best interest above all else
MTSU Treasures T2 Tempo™ for Lauded Visitor Parking Experiences
The implementation of T2 Tempo™ has transformed parking management at MTSU, offering a more user-friendly and efficient solution that meets the needs of its dynamic campus environment.
Making Your Case to Attend T2 Connect 2024
This November, Adventure Awaits you at T2 Connect 2024 to experience professional growth and networking while taking your parking to new heights. If your path to attend winds through your boss’ approval, here are 3 talking points for getting their go-ahead to gear up for this mountainous opportunity.
Leadership Spotlight: Zack Harmeyer
Zack Harmeyer, SVP of product at T2 talks about how he’s worked his way up the ladder, and how he kept his passion for the customer.
New Views Await Pay Station and UPsafety PE Users at T2 Connect 2024
This year’s T2 Connect is being carefully planned to deliver an immersive and value-packed experience, especially for our expanding community of pay station and UPsafety® PE users. We aim to leave every attendee on cloud nine, equipped with the knowledge and tools to excel in their operations.
ShrevePark Extends Goodwill to Patrons with New UPsafety® PE Functionality
With limited on-street parking in the busy business district of Shreveport, Louisiana, ShrevePark addressed challenges of managing parking violations and collections through the payment plans feature of our UPsafety Permits & Enforcement solution.
Half a Year, and Wholly Delighted
From growing with our customer community and learning from parking professionals across the nation, to launching new state-of-the-art technologies that set us apart in the industry, we’ve made some notable strides in the first half of this year
Employee Spotlight: Rachel Dillon
We spoke with Rachel Dillon, a product support manager at T2 systems. She speaks to her journey through the parking industry and how she ended up at T2!
T2 Connect 2024: 5 Reasons Why You Should Attend
Adventure Awaits. We’re at the trailhead of planning our T2 Connect 2024 conference in Denver this November that will help attendees hit the peaks of efficiency and customer satisfaction within their operations, while getting to share experiences with fellow trailblazers in the industry.
Parking Perspectives: Squaring Away Uncertainties About QR Code Technology in Parking Management
QR codes are now commonplace in parking garages, lots, and on-street parking, offering a convenient way for customers to pay and access services from their smartphones. As this tech becomes an integral part of parking infrastructure, it is essential to consider customer safety and security.
Parking Enforcement and Compliance
Using robust software as part of your school’s parking enforcement program ensures compliance with established rules and regulations. An effective enforcement strategy supported by powerful tools and technologies allows parking operation teams to meet the rising challenges of campus parking.
Employee Spotlight: Kristina Morris
We spoke with Kristina Morris to learn more about her experiences in the parking industry and how she ended up at T2!
T2 Reside Transforms Residential Permitting in the City of Aspen
T2 Reside transformed Aspen’s residential permitting process that saved the department time, resources, and expense. With a robust back end that creates efficiencies and organization for their operation, and a user-friendly and convenient portal for residents, the City of Aspen Parking Department has found great value in the solution.
T2 Fan Zone Scores Big at the 2024 IPMI Conference
T2 account management, product, sales, and leadership teams all converged at The T2 Fan Zone to share our latest innovative solutions with IMPI attendees. Throughout the week, our booth buzzed with activity, great fellowship, and high spirit.
Leveraging Tech for Efficient Parking in Municipalities
City parking has long been a headache for residents, transients, and local governments. Congestion, revenue loss, and inefficient space utilization are just a few challenges municipalities face in managing parking. However, there’s a brighter outlook on the horizon: technology.
UofL Discovers the Future of Parking Citation Payments with T2’s Scan & Pay
A T2 customer for 30 years, UofL is very familiar with our parking systems and payment solutions. After implementing T2’s Citation Payments Scan & Pay feature earlier this year, they began to experience faster payments and a reduced amount of appeals, while creating convenience for parkers across their campuses.
Bringing Our A-Game to IPMI in 2024
We’re bringing our A-Game to the 2024 IPMI Conference next month so attendees like you will score big on insights, inspiration, and opportunities for your operation. As a proud IPMI strategic partner, we’re planning to showcase our lineup of modern, game-changing parking solutions and hosting activities that will surely make you cheer!
How Campus Growth Affects Parking at Universities
Due to the expansion of smaller campuses into larger institutions, parking has become a contentious topic for those who expect a greater experience from their school and employer. We explore the importance of parking on campus, reasons why it’s an important issue, and how to enhance the parker’s experience.
T2 Pay Station 8 Software Supports Mission of EasyPark
Through early adoption and testing of T2 Pay Station 8 software during its development, EasyPark’s observances and feedback have been instrumental in our solution’s success. Today, Pay Station 8 has streamlined EasyPark’s operations significantly.
Parking Management Challenges Municipalities Face Today
With differences in populations, urban layouts, transportation infrastructures, and economic activities, each city faces unique problems that a one-size-fits-all parking solution cannot resolve.
Leadership Spotlight: Dave Grimwood
We spoke with Dave Grimwood T2 SVP of Technology, to learn more about his love for technology and how he manages to stay ahead of the curve.
The Best Innovative Parking Solutions for Universities
Technological advancements pave the way for universities to revolutionize their campus parking solutions. State-of-the-art solutions can help alleviate the frustrations of finding a campus parking spot or dealing with poor traffic flow and obsolete equipment.
Future Trends in Campus Parking
With the ever-growing demand for parking spaces and the increasing challenges posed by traffic congestion and pollution, it’s essential to explore emerging trends and technologies in college and university parking to address these issues effectively and efficiently.
Employee Spotlight: Jeri Baker, CAPP
We spoke with Jeri Baker, CAPP, T2 Executive Forum Account Manager, to learn more about her discovery of an unexpected love for parking and her genuine appreciation for the industry and its people, today.
Parking Perspectives: Embracing Time-Based Parking Solutions in the Modern World
Time-based parking results in spot availability for everyone, including short-term visitors, students, staff, and residents, by ensuring maximum parking turnover. Time-based parking also empowers operations to optimize spaces and keep revenue flowing. Solutions such as T2 Tempo™ allow operations to sell parking in time increments for as little as 15 minutes which keeps spaces occupied.
Next Generation of T2 Pay Station Software Seamlessly Adapts to Robbins Parking Customer Scenarios
As part of our product development lifecycle, we ask customers to test our new solutions every step of the way, ensuring we offer the most effective products. As a private operator that manages more than 250 lots ranging from private businesses and ferry terminals to hospitals and universities, Robbins Parking provides us a unique perspective on different use cases for our Pay Station 8 software.
T2 PARCS Pay-on-Phone Provides a Smooth Payment Experience at Texas A&M, Reducing Parking Garage Congestion
Texas A&M students want to park as close as possible to class, and often opt to use the university’s gated visitor garages rather than permitted student parking spaces. With twenty minutes in between classes, traffic flow in the garages needed to be quick and smooth for students.
T2 Leadership Spotlight: Maggie Vercoe
As we celebrate Women’s History Month, it’s the perfect time to spotlight one of our extraordinary leaders, Maggie Vercoe, T2 Senior Vice President of Customer Experience, whose journey is truly inspiring.
T2 Helps Allentown Parking Authority Transform Enforcement Operation into a Modern Wonder of the Parking World
Allentown Parking Authority Enforcement Manager, Oswaldo Tosado, CAPP, proudly takes us through a typical day in the lives of APA’s enforcement officers, showcasing a dedication to community and how the powers of the UPsafety PE Solution are harnessed at every turn.
Employee Spotlight: Zac Boyd, CAPP, CPP
We spoke with Zac Boyd, CAPP, CPP, T2 Account Manager, to learn more about his discovery of an unexpected love for parking and his genuine appreciation for the industry and its people, today.
Leadership Perspectives: Reflections from Black History Month
Throughout the month, I’ve enjoyed reflecting on several stories highlighting the amazing contributions and achievements made by Black individuals in the past and present. I am always incredibly amazed at the brave individuals who have faced barriers and while I feel optimistic, there’s still so much work to do.
T2 Holds Engaging Meeting of the Minds to Empower Customers, Excel their Parking Operations
2024 got off to a great start for T2 Systems, promising to exceed customer expectations and deliver more transformative, all-in-one solutions to parking operations in the year ahead. In January, we held two important summits at our homebase in Indianapolis, where employee superheroes assembled to chart our course for 2024 and celebrate the successes we had in 2023.
T2 Citation Services Helps Generate Additional Revenue for Affordable Parking and Expansion Projects at University of Oklahoma
Additional revenue through T2 Citation Services helped fund parking expansion at University of Oklahoma, as well as keep permits and citations affordable. T2 handled their collections efficiently with an emphasis on excellent customer service, just the way they wanted.
Parking Perspectives: Creating a Future-Focused Operation with New Parking Tech
If you’re thinking the time is right to upgrade your parking operation, here are essential considerations for finding the right technology to address your needs today and in the future.
T2 Connect 2023 Releases the Magic of Our Community
From insightful learning sessions to fun networking activities, each moment of T2 Connect 2023 was a testament to the dedication, passion, and warmheartedness of our T2 community.
T2 Connect 2023: Know Before You Go
T2 Connect 2023 is next week in Orlando! We can’t wait to see you for shared training, learning, networking, and fun. Here are a few tips to help you prepare for Connect!
Value of T2 Connect Keeps Getting Better: CAPP Points Now Offered
We’ve worked with International Parking & Mobility Institute (IPMI) to award you Certified Administrator of Public Parking (CAPP) points for attending selected Connect sessions. What you can earn from our conference just continues to expand!
Employee Spotlight: Vanessa Sentel
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Vanessa Sentel, Senior Account Manager.
Creating Lasting Change at T2 Connect and Beyond
Over the years, it’s become a tradition for us to organize drives for charitable causes as part of our T2 Connect conference. Giving back to the communities where we live and work is not just the right thing to do, but it’s the essence of who we are as an organization.
Making Your Case to Attend T2 Connect 2023
Need to get the nod from your boss before registering for T2 Connect 2023? Here are 3 talking points to help make your wish their command.
5 Reasons Why You Should Attend T2 Connect 2023
Connect is the event you never want to miss, as it can offer everything your heart desires. Here are 5 things you can expect to experience this year.
Employee Spotlight: Poppy Guloien
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Poppy Guloien, Regional Sales Manager.
T2 Simplifies Municipal Parking and Enhances City Experience
The steps Lancaster Parking Authority took in 2017 were especially big, when the City of Lancaster and its police handed over residential parking permit and parking enforcement responsibilities to LPA. The parking system was in dire straits, and it needed to be repaired.
4 Ways to Future-proof Your Parking Operation
Think about the progress and technological innovations in the parking industry in the last decade. Some trends were in line with industry predictions and progress, some were more of a challenge to innovation and ingenuity.
T2 Systems Partnership Relieves Unprecedented Staff Overload
Automation Alleviation: T2 Works with Colorado State University to Ease Pandemic Parking Problems
T2 Flex Makes Large Event Parking Easy
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse was using a cash-based parking system for large event parking, resulting in massive staffing requirements and persistent cash discrepancies. In order to modernize and improve efficiency during large events, they customized T2 Flex integrations, utilized automations, and piloted the cash-free, frictionless system with outstanding results.
Texas A&M University
T2 Flex parking management software & PARCS help Texas A&M increase efficiency & instill trust.
Where to Find T2 at IPMI 2022
Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2022 IPMI Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo in New Orleans from July 24–27.
Employee Spotlight: Alex Helfen
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Alex Helfen, Training Specialist.
Lexington & Fayette County Parking Authority
LEXPARK and T2 race ahead toward a frictionless parking future with T2 Pay Stations and MobilePay.
Employee Spotlight: Peleka Maldonado
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Peleka Maldonado, Collections Supervisor.
Employee Spotlight: Derek Ellis
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Derek Ellis, Product Owner for our Permit and Enforcement solutions.
Employee Spotlight: Tonya Jones
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Tonya Jones, Product Support Analyst.
5 Key Parking Solutions for Municipalities
With the right parking solutions in hand, municipalities can operate efficiently and generate revenue while also providing a positive customer experience.
6 Things That Make T2 MobilePay Different
T2 MobilePay is unlike those other mobile parking payment solutions that control your customers, minimize your brand, and keep your revenue.
Employee Spotlight: Aaron Grinnell
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Aaron Grinnell, Sr. UI/UX Developer.
Parking Perspectives: Supporting Parking Technology with Clear Policy
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Victor Hill discusses how clear and competent policy helps parking technology solutions reach their potential.
LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans
LSU Health Sciences Center New Orleans maximizes limited resources with T2’s all-in-one parking management solution.
Employee Spotlight: Kat Franchuk
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Kat Franchuk, Flex Sales Consultant.
Employee Spotlight: Michelle Pritchett
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Michelle Pritchett, Manager, Technology Rollout.
Where to Find T2 at IPMI 2021
Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2021 IPMI Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo in Tampa from November 29–December 2.
Employee Spotlight: Phillip Scheffsky
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Phillip Scheffsky, Manager, Human Resources.
Employee Spotlight: Bernice Kossen
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Bernice Kossen, a Project Manager.
Connect 2021: Know Before You Go
The countdown begins – T2 Connect 2021 is right around the corner! Find out everything you need to know before attending.
Where to Find T2 at NPA 2021
Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2021 NPA Convention & Expo in Las Vegas from September 27–29.
Socio and Gamification at Connect 2021
See how the Socio virtual conference platform and gamification will elevate your virtual Connect experience and deliver the most engaging experience possible.
Why You Should Attend Connect 2021
Connect is a great opportunity to learn about where the parking, mobility, and transportation industry is headed while getting to experience the latest technology T2 has to offer.
Employee Spotlight: Kim Hechinger
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Kim Hechinger, Director, Project Management.
Parking Perspectives: Preparing for Permit Season
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Derek Ellis offers some advice on how to best prepare for a successful permit sale.
CAB Corner: John Prush
In CAB Corner, we ask a member of our Customer Advisory Board (CAB) to share some insights about their life as a parking professional. In this edition, we spoke to John Prush, our current CAB Chairperson and Deputy Director of the Management Services Bureau at Michigan State University.
6 Ways to Organize Your Flex Workspace
T2 Flex software can do so many different things that the number of items available at any given moment can start to add up, which is why it is important to regularly clean up and organize your Flex digital workspace.
City of La Crosse, WI
T2’s total package helps the City of La Crosse, WI deliver a seamless parking experience.
Employee Spotlight: Andrew Baxter
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Andrew Baxter, Security and Compliance Manager.
Parking Perspectives: Guidelines for a Successful Implementation
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Yonni Lopez offers some guidelines for successfully implementing new parking solutions.
4 Reasons to Accept Contactless Parking Payments
Consumers want payment options, and in today’s marketplace contactless is front of mind, because it helps create peace of mind. Parking operations should adapt to meet the needs of their customers and accept contactless payment options.
Employee Spotlight: Alicia Katopodis
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Alicia Katopodis, Product Manager – Flex/PE.
University of South Florida
T2 Citation Services helps USF maximize revenue from citation collections.
Top 5 Reasons to Move to Virtual Permits
Virtual permits, when combined with online sales and license plate recognition (LPR) enforcement, can help parking operations operate more efficiently and maximize revenue, while also providing customers a more frictionless and touchless experience.
Employee Spotlight: Cory Miller
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Cory Miller, Manager, Application Development.
Parking Perspectives: How Community Helps with the Learning Curve of Parking
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Mairtin Mersch describes how the T2 Community helped him learn and grow as he advanced in his parking career.
The Ins and Outs of Parking Citation Collections
T2 offers many tools for collecting on parking citations that can save you time and money. And after last year, we realize it is more important than ever to find ways to recoup costs. In this webinar we discuss the lifecycle of parking citations and what steps you can take to increase your organization’s overall collection rate.
Employee Spotlight: Xim Vong
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Xim Vong, a Product Support Engineer.
Efficient Enforcement Offers a Path to Recovery
As organizations come out of the pandemic and leave 2020 behind, they will be looking for ways to maximize revenue and increase operational efficiency. By taking steps toward more efficient enforcement, parking operations can achieve these goals and move towards a healthier year.
Parking Perspectives: 3 Keys to Implementing New Parking Technology
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Victor Hill explains how parking operations can set themselves up for success when implementing new technology.
Getting the Most Out of T2 Flex
T2 Flex is the parking industry’s most robust, configurable parking operations software, which means there’s a lot to learn. Ever wonder whether you’re getting the most out of the software? There are plenty of capabilities in Flex you may not realize you have that can help you increase both efficiency and revenue.
Employee Spotlight: Yonni Lopez
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Yonni Lopez, a Regional Sales Manager for our Iris and Pay Station solutions.
Parking Perspectives: How Technology Can Increase Efficiency and Revenue
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Bric Fraser describes how operations can increase efficiency, generate more revenue, and become successful from implementing the appropriate technology.
Navigating the New Normal
The COVID-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on individuals, businesses, cities and society. While some of its effects will be short-lived, others will be long lasting and in many cases, the pandemic is accelerating the adoption of trends that have been underway for several years.
Employee Spotlight: Tristen Moe
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Tristen Moe, Renewals Coordinator.
Parking Perspectives: The Importance of Customer Service in Parking
T2’s Parking Perspectives series draws from the experiences of T2ers that have previously worked in parking departments at universities, municipalities, and operators. In this installment, Melissa Morgan explains how her frontline experience have helped her bring empathy and positivity to her customer service roles at T2.
Louisiana State University
LSU streamlines processes with T2’s all-in-one parking management system.
4 Ways to Create a More Automated PARCS Operation
Automation is key to running a successful PARCS operation. Automating processes helps your staff focus on the things most important to your operation, while also providing your customers a streamlined and positive experience
Employee Spotlight: Andrew Kenakin
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Andrew Kenakin, a Project Engineer for the PARCS team.
City of Aspen
The City of Aspen improves efficiency and customer satisfaction with virtual permits & LPR.
Discover the Options with Flex Managed Services
Learn about how Flex Managed Services can help you uncover operational efficiencies, explore options for time consuming or manual processes, and investigate realigning Flex to your organization’s processes.
Employee Spotlight: Amy Metzger
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to to Amy Metzger, a Sr. Technical Writer and Business Analyst.
6 Reasons to Visit the New T2 Website
In case you missed it, our new website went live last week! While the URL is the same, everything else is new and improved, from the messaging and product information to the branding and design.
EasyPark Vancouver
T2’s flexible solutions help EasyPark provide convenient parking for all Vancouver residents and visitors.
Creating a More Frictionless Parking Experience
As technology advances and makes complicated processes faster and simpler, your parking operation should adapt to meet the needs of your customers and create a more frictionless parking experience.
Employee Spotlight: Lisa Twilley
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Lisa Twilley, an AP/AR Accountant.
Allentown Parking Authority
The Allentown Parking Authority needed a comprehensive parking enforcement solution that met the unique demands of their modern operation.
Connect 2020: Know Before You Go
The countdown begins – T2 Connect 2020 is right around the corner! Find out everything you need to know about our first-ever virtual customer conference before attending.
Employee Spotlight: Rasto Kral
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to to Rasto Kral, Director, Supply Chain Management.
Navigating Data Security in the Parking Industry
With the growth of social media, increased use of cloud storage, the rise of alternative payment platforms and options, and more – all conducted with a device we carry in our pockets – companies and organizations need to ensure their systems are secure and their customers’ data is protected.
Virtual Fun at Connect 2020
T2 recognizes that 2020 has brought many unforeseen challenges, but we want to still bring a fun and interactive environment to Connect 2020.
Increase Revenue through Operational Efficiency
Due to the effects of COVID-19, the parking industry has experienced a big hit in overall revenue. However, there are several ways to increase and generate revenue for your operation.
Employee Spotlight: Joseph Houff
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to to Joseph Houff, Manager, Product Support – Flex.
The Value of a Strong Parking Software Platform
A strong parking software platform that integrates seamlessly with third-party systems while providing a robust rate and rule engine, the ability to integrate multiple payment channels, and real-time monitoring is invaluable to a 21st-century parking operation.
Why You Should Attend Connect 2020
Although we will not be physically in the same place, Connect 2020 will still be a great opportunity to learn about where the parking, mobility, and transportation industry is headed while gaining knowledge about the latest technology T2 has to offer.
4 Ways to Improve Citation Collection Revenue
Healthy cash flow provides the locomotion to drive every aspect of a parking business, from operations to administration. Collecting outstanding debt is an important aspect of maintaining cash flow and increasing revenue.
Employee Spotlight: Sadie Jones
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Sadie Jones, Manager, Citation Services.
8 Tips on How to Make the Most of T2 Virtual Connect
During these unprecedented times, we know it is easy to get distracted and disconnect, so we wanted to provide some useful tips on how to make the most of T2 Virtual Connect.
University of Wisconsin-Madison
UW-Madison creates a better parking experience with T2 Flex software and T2 Logan PARCS hardware.
Getting FlexPort Ready for Permit Season
Whether you sell a few hundred permits or tens of thousands, it is important to be prepared for the rush of activity when permit sales go live. And if you sell your permits online using T2 FlexPort, you also need to make sure you are ready for increased online activity.
Benefits of Adding PARCS to Your Flex Solution
Whether you’re an existing T2 customer and are tired of managing a separate PARCS system or you’re thinking about replacing your entire software and hardware platform, T2 offers a single, all-encompassing, enterprise system to meet your permit management, enforcement, AND PARCS needs.
Employee Spotlight: Grant Hubbard
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Grant Hubbard, an Associate Product Manager for our T2 Flex solution.
Benefits of Moving from Free to Paid Parking
Multi-space pay stations can ease the transition from free to paid parking, increase asset utilization, and spur economic growth for your city, which means more tax revenue and more vibrant businesses.
4 Ways to Implement LPR into Your Operation
LPR is not just the next mainstay in the evolution of parking operations – it is arguably the single largest productivity enhancement for parking operators in the last 20 years. LPR brings a staggering level of efficiency to an operation, provided you plan for it and deploy it properly.
Employee Spotlight: Melina Morokhovich
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Melina Morokhovich, a Territory Manager for our Flex/PE solution.
Managing the COVID-19 Pandemic: Part 2
COVID-19 has had an enormous impact on businesses across the world, as well as entire industries – including parking. We recently spoke with Kendra Violet, Director, Parking Services for University of Cincinnati, about how she and her team have been managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Managing the COVID-19 Pandemic: Part 1
COVID-19 has had an enormous impact on businesses across the world, as well as entire industries – including parking. We recently spoke with Ed Trammell, Planning and Project Manager for LEXPARK in Lexington, KY, about how his organization has been managing the COVID-19 pandemic.
Employee Spotlight: Khuspal Liversidge
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Khuspal Liversidge, T2 VP, Product Support.
How to Use T2 Community Effectively
The T2 Community is a great resource for our customers to collaborate with each other, discuss new ideas, and learn about everything parking and T2. Learn how to use it effectively to help you and your team move your operation forward.
7 Ways to Clean Up Your Flex Database
Having a clean and organized database is essential to running an efficient operation. It will make day-to-day work easier for you and your staff, as well as ensure that you have reliable data for making informed decisions about your business. Learn about some simple ways to clean up your Flex database.
License Plate Recognition: How it Works
License plate recognition, or LPR, has been one of the biggest innovations in parking over the last several years. But what exactly is LPR and how does it work?
Employee Spotlight: Victor Hill
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Victor Hill, a former T2 customer who recently joined T2 as an Account Manager.
Data & Analytics at T2: Increasing Data Literacy
Increasing data literacy in your organization is a foundational step to becoming a data-driven decision maker. Learn how T2 is laying the foundation for increasing data literacy for our internal staff and external customers.
The Importance of Data in Parking
With all of the recent innovation in the parking industry has come a plethora of data. Learn some specific ways in which data can have a positive impact on your parking operation.
Employee Spotlight: Josh Allanson
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Josh Allanson, T2’s Manager, Services Operations.
Employee Spotlight: Melissa Morgan
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Melissa Morgan, T2 Director of Customer Success.
6 Things You Might Not Know Flex Can Do
There is a lot to learn within T2 Flex, whether you’ve been using the software for a year or a decade. Discover some new ways Flex can have a positive impact on your day-to-day workflows and your operation as a whole.
Employee Spotlight: Angie Lorette
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Angie Lorette, T2 Director of Sales Operations.
Employee Spotlight: Tony Ray
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Tony Ray, T2 Vice President, Software Engineering
Four Steps to Create a Sustainable Plan for Your Parking Operation
For a parking operation, sustainability means increased efficiency, better customer service and experience, and becoming more environmentally friendly. But how does a parking operation achieve these objectives? Four steps can help you create a sustainable, long-term plan for your parking operation.
Looking Back on Connect 2019
Connect 2019 was a huge success! If you missed out this year, or just want to reflect on your time in Tucson, we’ve summarized the highlights of the week.
Employee Spotlight: Shi McGowan
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Shi McGowan, T2 Sales Director, PARCS.
11 Tips and Tricks to Help You Get the Most Out of Connect 2019
Whether this is your first time at Connect, you haven’t been in several years, or even if you’re a Connect veteran, the following tips and tricks will help you get the most out of your time in Tucson.
Leveraging Your Parking and Curb Assets
Demand for the curb has exploded in recent years, creating the need for tools and policies to better manage and allocate use of the curb. Learn about the four components that should be considered for a typical curb management program.
Learn the Ropes From a Pro at Connect 2019
Learn about T2’s all-new First-Time Attendee Program for Connect 2019.
Employee Spotlight: Haroon Yaqubi
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Haroon Yaqubi, a Project Manager for T2.
Benefits of Consulting with Your Parking Vendor
Parking systems are a big investment, no matter the size of your operation. Learn how a consultation with your parking vendor can help you get the most out of your operation.
Employee Spotlight: Keyla Ruiz
In our Employee Spotlight series, you’ll get to know one employee each month. This month we talked to Keyla Ruiz, a Software Developer for T2.
Understanding the Curb: 3 Essential Steps Before Launching Your Curb Management Program
Before developing a curb management program to manage a street face, a hotel driveway, an airport garage or roadway, an event site, or even a downtown parking facility, remember these three steps.
A Secret Weapon to Improve Your PARCS Operation
If you’re looking to reduce costs, improve customer service, and better utilize staff, consider this secret weapon.
How to Convince Your Boss to Send You to Connect 2019
Need to get the green light from your boss before registering for Connect? We’ve got you covered.
Where to Find T2 at IPMI 2019
The annual IPMI Conference & Expo is quickly approaching! IPMI is one of the best opportunities of the year to come together with thousands of our industry peers, share updates with our customers, and meet some new faces. Needless to say, we’re excited!Below is a breakdown of everywhere you’ll find T2 in Anaheim. Stop by
Earn CAPP Points at Connect 2018
Connect, our annual customer conference, is just around the corner. And what could be better than attending hands-on training and educational sessions about all things parking and T2 solutions? Earning CAPP points at the same time!This year, we’re partnering with IPI to give Connect attendees the opportunity to earn points towards CAPP certification by attending eligible training sessions.
Where to Find T2 at IPI 2018
The annual IPI Conference & Expo is just days away! IPI is one of the best opportunities of the year to come together with thousands of our industry peers, share updates with our customers, and meet some new faces. So needless to say, we’re excited.Here’s a breakdown of where you’ll find us next week in
Get to Know T2: Nikki Foust
In Get to Know T2, we ask a T2 employee to share some insights about their role (and help you put some faces with names). In this edition, meet Nikki Foust! What drew you to T2? Desire to get more exposure, challenging environment, and to be part of a team that works on the product.
Binghamton University
Background When she first became Director of Transportation and Parking Services at Binghamton University, Susan Crane faced a sobering reality: “Our parking services office was still operating in the 19th century.” As part of her goal to move this New York Division I university into the 21st century, Crane had some sweeping changes to make.
Thinking About Installing LPR? Here’s 6 Pieces of Advice from UWL
When Victor Hill arrived at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse (UWL) in 2013, one of his top priorities was convincing the University of the benefits of License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology. Hill (Director of Parking and Transportation Services) and his colleagues embarked on three years of research and conversations with other universities who had
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse
Background When Victor Hill arrived at the University of Wisconsin–La Crosse (UWL) in 2013, one of his top priorities was convincing the University of the benefits of License Plate Recognition (LPR) technology. Hill, the Director of Parking and Transportation Services, had been warned that he would have an uphill battle; colleagues at other campuses asserted
T2 March Madness
Selection Sunday has come and gone, and it’s official…March Madness is upon us.This year, 41 of the NCAA picks are currently using T2’s permit and enforcement solutions. That’s more than half of the bracket! Who are you rooting for?
1 Thing You Might Not Know About Choosing a Vendor
Last year, a T2 Systems customer went through a major vendor change. When it came time to determine who to partner up with next, they took some very deliberate steps toward identifying their needs/wants list, spoke with similar organizations to see what vendors they used and how those relationships were working out, and made
University of Nebraska Omaha
When the University of Nebraska Omaha (UNO) came to the realization that they had no choice but to change their parking operations vendor, they called upon their university’s nickname to inspire them: Mavericks. They knew the time to try something new was upon them, so they embarked on a journey to see how they could improve their parking operations.
CAB Corner: Melissa Yates
In CAB Corner, we ask a member of our Customer Advisory Board (CAB) to share some insights about their life as a parking professional.To kick off 2018, we caught up with Melissa Yates. Melissa is the Access and Parking Manager for the City of Boulder. How did you end up in the parking industry?
Join Us for a 2018 ReConnect Event!
To our customers who weren’t able to join us back in November for Connect, never fear…we have 10 ReConnect events scheduled for 2018! ReConnect takes some of the best parts of our Connect conference on the road as smaller regional events. ReConnects bring learning, presentations, and networking to your area—allowing you to meet T2
What Do Integration and Flexibility Really Mean for Parking Management Software?
The current range of technologies and vendors in the parking industry is breathtaking. To respond to this fragmented market, Parking Managers need a way to ensure that today’s technologies work together—and are flexible enough to stay relevant amidst rapidly changing technologies. Nobody can predict the future, so being adaptive is better than placing a
Introducing T2 link at IPI 2017
T2’s Product Management Team will be front and center on the exhibit hall floor this year at IPI. Stop by to experience our innovative suite of products, trusted services and collaborative customer community. You’ll also be introduced to T2 link—giving you unprecedented power to run your parking operation.Here’s where you can find us: Exhibit
George Mason University
George Mason University streamlines collections & revenue with T2 Citation Services.
University of North Texas
University of North Texas increases efficiency and generates a more accurate revenue stream.
5 Ways to Prevent Child Heatstroke in Hot Parked Cars
Tragically, several children die of heatstroke in parked cars each year. In order to help combat this issue, the International Parking Institute has created a customizable public service ad and fact sheet to help parking professionals help educate the public.Click here to view it now.
Data Analytics: Driving the Future of Parking
In part five of his 5-part blog series examining the trends driving the future of parking, T2’s VP of Research Blake Laufer explores Data Analytics. Previous Posts Trend #1: Self-driving Cars Trend #2: The Internet of Things Trend #3: Smart Cities Trend #4: Millenials Our final trend is the thread that you’ve seen woven
Millennials: Driving the Future of Parking
In part four of his 5-part blog series examining the trends driving the future of parking, T2’s VP of Research Blake Laufer explores Millennials.Previous Posts Trend #1: Self-driving Cars Trend #2: The Internet of Things Trend #3: Smart Cities Younger people these days are happier with an urban life. Which is why Millennials are
Smart Cities: Driving the Future of Parking
In part three of his 5-part blog series examining the trends driving the future of parking, T2’s VP of Research Blake Laufer explores Smart Cities.Previous Posts Trend #1: Self-driving Cars Trend #2: The Internet of Things Smart Cities For the first time in history more people live in cities than live in rural areas.
Luke II Training
Managing a Luke II Pay Station installation requires high level of technical and parking industry knowledge, and our team of Pay Station experts is excited to offer an upcoming in-person training course. The three-day training will take place in our Indianapolis training center May 3 – 5. All attendees who complete this course will be trained
5 Trends Driving the Future of Parking – Trend #2: The Internet of Things
In part two of his 5-part blog series examining the trends driving the future of parking, T2’s VP of Research Blake Laufer explores the Internet of Things.Previous Post Trend #1: Self-driving Cars The Internet of ThingsThe Internet of Things, abbreviated as IoT, is a computing concept that describes a future where everyday physical objects
Get T2 PARCS Certified
Supporting a PARCS system requires high level of technical and parking industry knowledge, and our team of PARCS experts is excited to offer two upcoming in-person training courses. The three-day training will take place in our Indianapolis training center April 26-28 and June 21-23. All attendees who complete this course will receive certification for
The Parking Industry Gets Connected
Connectivity is the exploding technology trend of 2016. Refrigerators that create shopping lists, cars that provide real-time tire pressure information, and watches that track the number of daily steps you take are just a few examples. These advances allow us to simultaneously connect to devices, consumers, and the world–and with it come opportunities to
Vote Irena for the IPI Board of Directors
Irena Goloschokin, Chief Strategy Officer and General Manager of CCS for T2, is running for re-election to the IPI Board of Directors. Irena has been a member of the IPI Board of Directors since 2014 and is the current co-chair of the IPI Research Committee. “Parking has an important role in multi-modal mobility
City of Houston Rolls Out New Parking Meters with Pay-by-Plate
As part of a five-year plan to replace aging meters, the ParkHouston program is introducing new multi-space pay stations with enhanced speed and capabilities. This week, parkers will see around 90 new meters on Houston streets, with another 166 being installed in March. The meters—T2 Systems’ Digital Luke II multi-space pay stations—employ cutting-edge technology
Connect 2015: By the Numbers
Looking to relive the week that was in New Orleans at T2’s Connect 2015? Wait no longer! Here are some fast facts that celebrate the fun, learning and networking. 529 Attendees at Connect in New Orleans enjoyed the training, conversations, and events—with beignets on the side. This includes 439 T2 customers from universities, municipalities, operators, partners; 67 T2
T2 #444 on Deloitte Technology Fast 500
We are proud to announce T2 has been ranked No. 444 on Deloitte’s Technology Fast 500™, a ranking of the 500 fastest growing technology, media, telecommunications, life sciences, and energy tech companies in North America.“Over the last 21 years, T2’s portfolio of clients has grown to include universities, hospitals, airports, cities, and private business
Clemson University Counts Its Way To Recognition
“The problem isn’t that there’s not enough parking. The problem is that people don’t know where to park.” Dan Hofmann, Director of Parking and Transportation Services at Clemson University sums up a problem many parking professionals know all too well.Using innovative technology, including T2’s AutoCount solution, Dan flipped the script, and now, “people know
Jim Hutchins Named CTO of the Year
For the first time, the Indianapolis Business Journal and Techpoint recognized the top CTOs in Indianapolis, and T2’s own Chief Geek Jim Hutchins was named CTO of the Year for private companies with under $100 million in annual revenue. We couldn’t be prouder to see Jim receive this well-deserved recognition. Jim serves a crucial
Innovation Drives UBC Parking
At T2, we know that satisfied customers makes for good business and even more so when it comes to parking. This is why it is our goal to make your customers love you. So, imagine how much your customers would love you if the average wait time to enter or exit a facility was
University of Central Florida
Advanced multi-space parking technology boosts operational efficiency for the University of Central Florida.
City of Cedar Rapids, IA
Multi-Space Parking Meters Bring Much Needed Revenue to Cedar Rapids The City of Cedar Rapids replaced single-space meters with T2’s multi-space parking solution. Leveraging the flexibility of the Luke® II pay station’s wide range of payment options, wireless networking and communications capabilities, Cedar Rapids was able to increase consumer convenience and created new net revenues, to invest
T2’s Grant Dawson Named to NPA’s 40 Under 40
The National Parking Association selected its inaugural 40 Under 40 class of up-and-coming leaders in the parking industry, naming T2’s own Director of IT Operations Grant Dawson to the honor roll. We are proud Grant was identified as one of the best and brightest young professionals in parking. To us, he’s always been a mover
PCI DSS and Your Parking Business
Want to hear more? I’ll be hosting a webinar Thursday, August 13th at 2:00pm EDT. Click here to register now. If there’s one reality we can all agree on in the industry today it’s this: When you’re in the business of parking, you’re in the business of taking credit cards. When you’re in the business
Flex 15.2 is Now Generally Available
We have stuffed a lot into Flex 15.2, and we’re proud to share what’s coming for our customers. In this release, we have included updates to a number of areas: FlexPort: You spoke—we listened. An ecommerce tool needs to reflect the times, and we have delivered a modern, streamlined, and mobile friendly solution for
Congrats to Our Customers and Resellers!
Because we work with them so closely, we know our customers are great, but when they’re recognized in the industry, it really makes us proud. To see so many customers honored last week at the parking industry’s largest event, the International Parking Institute Conference & Expo, was especially rewarding. We can’t wait to see what they have in
City of Surrey, BC
City of Surrey’s parking management collaboration made possible with T2’s Luke® II Pay Stations.
Viva Las Vegas! See you at IPI.
T2 team members are already arriving for the IPI Parking Conference & Expo. We have started to set up our exhibit booth in preparation to connect with you next week. With a giant lighted tower anchoring our booth, you won’t be able to miss us. And we hope you don’t! Here are four reasons
Northern Virginia Community College
Northern Virginia Community College unifies all campuses with T2.
Montgomery Community College
MCC Manages Diverse Needs Parking needs at and open admission community college campus are diverse, and Montgomery College in Montgomery County, Maryland is no exception. With 34,000 credit students and 30,000 non-credit students spread over three campuses, streamlining parking enforcement and permit management was a constant chore. However, since implementing T2 Flex™, PermitDirect and
City of Iowa City, IA
Iowa City Unifies Parking Operations Managing parking in a municipal environment has its unique challenges, and the City of Iowa City, Iowa, is no different than any other city in that respect. In this case, in addition to managing parking for its 62,000+ residents each year, thousands of students stream into the University of