Parking is often the unsung hero (or villain) of any trip – whether it’s a quick errand or a big night out. A smooth, hassle-free parking experience can set a positive tone, while frustration over payment systems, malfunctioning equipment or lack of support can have the opposite effect.
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March is Women’s History Month, a time to celebrate the contributions, expertise and leadership of the women who shape Parker Technology.
From driving innovation and customer experience to leading operations, marketing, client success, quality assurance and technical services, women play a vital role in our growth, culture and success.
To recognize them and all the work they do, we’re highlighting the lessons they’ve learned throughout their careers.
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In this episode, Brian Wolff welcomes Kevin Uhlenhaker, CEO and Publisher of Parking Today Media. Kevin’s remarkable journey spans from his early days as a developer to becoming a pivotal voice in the parking industry, with two successful company exits and the recent acquisition of Parking Today Media.
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In segment one, Mike Simmons, the Chairman and CEO of Tez Technology, discusses his remarkable journey from a farm kid in Indiana to leading significant technology transformations in the parking industry. Mike shares insights from his early career at IBM, PepsiCo and GM, and provides a unique perspective on his successful ventures, including founding T2 Systems.
In segment two, James Paden, Parker’s new Chief Product Officer discusses the future of parking technology and how AI can enhance customer service. He highlights the evolution of the parking industry, the importance of integrating various systems, and the role of generative and agentic AI in providing proactive solutions.
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Trade shows are more than just industry events—they are opportunities to connect, learn and grow, both professionally and personally.
Reflecting on their 2024 trade show experiences, Courtney Cooper, Events & Community Manager, and Shelley Bullock, Regional Sales Executive – East Coast, emphasized just how impactful these events are for their roles, our team and the industry.
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In the parking industry, managing operational efficiency, while ensuring customer satisfaction, is crucial. With challenges like handling complex data, ensuring staff training and identifying areas for improvement, many parking operators seek effective ways to streamline processes and maximize their revenue.
In our recent webinar, Parker Platform Benefits, industry experts shared valuable insights on how leveraging data, prioritizing customer success and ensuring flexibility in operations can make a significant difference.
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Artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping industries at an incredible pace, and businesses that fail to integrate it into their operations risk falling behind. At Parker Technology, we’re not just looking at AI as a trend, but as a transformative tool to enhance both our customer experience and internal efficiency.
In this blog, we’ll share how AI has become a part of our operations and how it’s helping us shape processes and discover new opportunities.
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In this special series, we’re excited to feature some of our very own Parker People, by sharing their stories from previous episodes on our podcast.
Today, we’re focusing on Tammy Baker, COO, and the complexities of delivering exceptional customer service.
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The history of Parker Technology can be traced all the way back to the early 2000s when parking operators began removing cashiers and replacing them with automated parking and revenue control systems (PARCS). At that time, the concept of replacing actual humans with virtual humans via technology became the focus of the company. Patents were filed for the novel use of two-way video technology in a parking facility when a parking customer experienced an issue. Multiple patents were eventually secured as automation became the norm in parking facilities.
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In this episode of Harder Than It Looks, we welcome Kenyata Smiley, Transportation Planning Department Manager at HNTB, who shares her inspirational journey from Chattanooga to leading multimodal transportation projects, emphasizing strategic planning, equity, and community engagement. She also discusses her work with the Conference of Minority Transportation Officials and Delta Sigma Theta sorority.
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