Parking Spaces

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 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!

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!

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.

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.

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.

Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2022 IPMI Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo in New Orleans from July 24–27.

With the right parking solutions in hand, municipalities can operate efficiently and generate revenue while also providing a positive customer experience.

T2 MobilePay is unlike those other mobile parking payment solutions that control your customers, minimize your brand, and keep your 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, Victor Hill discusses how clear and competent policy helps parking technology solutions reach their potential.

Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2021 IPMI Parking & Mobility Conference & Expo in Tampa from November 29–December 2.

The countdown begins – T2 Connect 2021 is right around the corner! Find out everything you need to know before attending.

Learn about all the places you can find T2 at the 2021 NPA Convention & Expo in Las Vegas from September 27–29.

See how the Socio virtual conference platform and gamification will elevate your virtual Connect experience and deliver the most engaging experience possible.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

T2 recognizes that 2020 has brought many unforeseen challenges, but we want to still bring a fun and interactive environment to Connect 2020.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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, 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?

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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 about T2’s all-new First-Time Attendee Program for Connect 2019.

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.

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.

If you’re looking to reduce costs, improve customer service, and better utilize staff, consider this secret weapon.

  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