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A parking brake is a car brake that is sometimes referred to as the emergency brake, e-brake, or a hand brake. While most parking brakes are hand operated, there are some types – depending on the make and model of the vehicle – that are operated by a foot pedal. A parking brake prevents the vehicle from moving and provides an extra safeguard against rolling when the car or truck is parked on a hill or incline. Here, we'll discuss… Continue reading →

Today, cars are equipped with all sorts of bells and whistles – from heated seats to rear-view cameras. However, many of the basic features, like parking lights, remain. When it gets dark or the day is dreary with rain or snow, we rely on our lights to help us navigate the roadways but also to ensure that other motorists can easily see our vehicle. But what are parking lights and how are they different from headlights, taillights, or hazard lights?… Continue reading →

At some point in your life, you’ll likely find yourself in a situation where you’ll need to learn about parking uphill with a curb. Whether you live in a hilly city or not, you might visit one or arrive at a destination where the best spot requires parking uphill. At this point, you’ll have two options: park somewhere else or learn how to master parking uphill with a curb. We believe it’s an important skill to know. Below, we explain… Continue reading →

In the not-so-distant past, customer service was fairly straightforward: When questions or issues arose, your employees were onsite to provide answers or solutions, instantly clearing up any miscommunication on the spot. In your parking lots and garages, this meant having employees present to assist parkers and maintain equipment to keep operations running smoothly. Today, with enhanced safety precautions and the rise in contactless service, face-to-face interactions have dwindled, complicating direct customer service. This can lead to disgruntled parkers and malfunctioning… Continue reading →

As property owners and managers, you’ve been faced with innumerable challenges throughout the pandemic and have swiftly adapted to meet each new need. From reevaluating HVAC systems to implementing renewed safety protocols, costly updates have reignited the search for potential areas for revenue generation. Lease audits can provide a low-risk, high-reward solution to this, but often require time that is rightfully monopolized by tenant safety measures. So, how can you do both? Read on for our top three tips.  … Continue reading →

In the world of parking, the terms “call center” and “command center” can often sound interchangeable. While both serve to provide remote customer support at cost-effective pricing, their offerings vastly differ and, ultimately, provide varying qualities of customer service. When deciding on the right fit for your parking operation, there are three main reasons to consider a command center over a call center. Read on to see how a reduction in payroll costs doesn’t have to mean a reduction in… Continue reading →

Employee retention in the healthcare industry has been an ongoing topic of conversation for years. But let’s face it: We still don’t know the key to solving this problem because there’s no one-size-fits-all solution. To reduce burnout, improve employee morale, and decrease turnover rates, no aspect of the employee experience can be overlooked. Considering that the 2021 Nursing Solutions, Inc. (NSI) Retention Report says the average hospital has turned over 89% of its workforce since 2015, there’s no time to… Continue reading →

When you envision your commercial property, do you think of your outdoor curbside space? While, perhaps, not the first image that comes to mind, there’s no denying it plays a role in the success of your business. Typically reserved for your patrons’ personal vehicles, curbside parking spaces often ensure easy access to your business or restaurant. However, the curb is being reimagined as an extension of these commercial properties, helping to increase business and drive revenue. These restructured curbside areas,… Continue reading →

For any new or seasoned driver, the presence of handicap parking spaces is not something new. You may already be well aware that if you do not have a permit to park in those designated spaces, you can be subjected to fines and citations for parking illegally. All in all, these are designated spaces that allow those with disabilities to have a more seamless, comfortable, and safe vehicular entrance and exit. With that being said, if you are someone who… Continue reading →

In the age of COVID-19, safety guidelines have forced industries to reimagine their services in order to generate revenue. From restaurants crafting to-go cocktails to retailers providing curbside pickup, creative problem solving is proving increasingly important. In the hospitality industry, new ideas have been needed as traditional revenue streams – room and meeting space rentals and food and beverage sales – have become less reliable. Here, we explain how a few key changes can turn your parking operation into one… Continue reading →