Frogparking’s Smart Car Parking System: Revolutionizing Parking in Marine Drive
In May 2019, Frogparking partnered with the City along Marine Drive, providing an advanced smart car parking system. The installation included our Indoor Guidance System (FrogGuidance), outdoor parking sensors (FrogSensors), and seamless integration with Parkade signage. We also expanded the offering with additional FrogSigns, ensuring that the entire parking system ran smoothly from the moment drivers entered the facility.
Fast forward to December 2022, and we conducted a pilot project focused on outdoor guidance along Marine Drive.
The city wanted a better understanding of their parking system, especially how it impacted visitor experience and compliance. They were eager to improve policy decisions and enhance parking availability for residents and tourists alike. Our smart parking system delivered on all fronts.
Our solution included the installation of an indoor parking guidance system in a four-level, mixed-use parking garage. This allowed real-time monitoring of parking spaces, making it easier for drivers to find available spots. To further enhance the system, we installed dynamic signage at the garage entrance. The signage displayed current parking availability, ensuring drivers were well-informed before they entered the garage.
The pilot project also included on-street monitoring and a compliance program to address parking violations.
Our outdoor parking sensors, FrogSensors, captured detailed data about street parking occupancy. The data allowed city officials to track compliance and improve parking enforcement policies, ensuring better utilization of available spaces. These parking analytics provided valuable insights that directly influenced parking policies for Marine Drive.
The Benefits of Installing FrogSigns
FrogSigns are essential for communicating real-time parking availability to drivers. The dynamic signage installed at the garage entrance significantly reduced congestion and confusion. By clearly displaying the number of available spaces, FrogSigns enhanced the overall driver experience. The city also saw improved traffic flow and fewer instances of illegal parking, as drivers no longer had to circle the area in search of a spot.
The Power of FrogGuidance
FrogGuidance, our indoor parking guidance system, brought real-time monitoring and space-specific data to the parking garage. The system guided drivers to available parking spots quickly, making parking stress-free. With each level of the garage displaying clear guidance, drivers spent less time searching and more time at their destination. This efficiency was especially important during peak hours when parking demand was at its highest.
The Flexibility of FrogHub
FrogHub, our centralized platform, played a critical role in data analysis and reporting. All parking data was funneled into FrogHub, allowing city officials to make informed decisions. The parking software provided insights on space utilization, occupancy trends, and policy effectiveness. This comprehensive parking data helped the city refine its parking policies, improve turnover, and optimize enforcement. With FrogHub, Marine Drive’s parking system became more efficient and adaptable.
The Reliability of FrogSensors
Our outdoor parking sensors, FrogSensors, ensured accurate data collection on street-level parking. The sensors monitored parking occupancy in real time and fed that data directly into the city’s system. This allowed for more effective parking management, particularly during high-traffic events. As part of the pilot program, FrogSensors provided valuable insights into compliance and utilization, shaping future citywide parking solutions.
By integrating FrogSigns, FrogGuidance, FrogHub, and FrogSensors, Frogparking delivered a complete smart car parking system. Our solution improved parking availability, eased traffic congestion, and provided essential data for informed policy-making. Cities and municipalities continue to turn to Frogparking for reliable, innovative parking solutions. With our technology in place, parking management becomes simpler, smarter, and more efficient.
As Marine Drive’s experience shows, a well-executed smart parking system not only addresses current challenges but also prepares cities for future growth.
