Unattended parking: How to transform your parking?

An unattended parking is a parking that does not require a physical presence to manage the entry, exit and payment of users. It uses advanced technologies, such as automatic access control systems, cameras, sensors and digital payment platforms. In this way, it allows a smooth, fast and contactless experience. These parkings are increasingly common in urban areas, airports and ski resorts, such as the Baqueira Parking. In this one, a parking system without the need for operational staff on site has been implemented. Do you want to know more? Keep reading and discover how to transform your parking business with i+D3's technological solutions!

How does an unattended parking work?

The operation of an unattended parking is based on the total automation of its key processes. Below, we tell you how access, stay and payment are carried out in this type of facilities:

• Access to the parking: Upon entering, the license plate recognition cameras (LPR software) automatically detect and register the vehicle's license plate number. This data is essential to control the time spent in the parking and link it later to the payment process.
• Stay in the parking: During the stay, the system records the exact time the vehicle has remained in the facility. The sensors and installed cameras monitor the parking occupancy in real time. Thus, they help optimize the use of space and offer useful information to the parking operators.
• Ticketless payment (ticketless system): By not requiring a physical ticket, this system offers a more comfortable experience for the user. With our ticketless parking system, drivers do not need to remember where they kept the ticket or worry about losing it. The system automatically associates the vehicle's license plate with the stay time.
• Virtual POS: The payment is made completely automatically through the virtual POS Pagaelparking. This allows the online transaction to be made by card or digital payment solutions such as Apple Pay or Google Pay. Users can pay from their mobile devices before leaving the parking or at automatic payment stations.
• Exit from the parking: At the exit, the system again detects the vehicle's license plate and verifies that the payment has been made. If correct, the barrier automatically lifts to allow exit without human intervention or the need for a receipt.

Advantages of an unattended parking with a ticketless system and virtual POS

The ticketless system and the virtual POS in an unattended parking offer benefits for users and parking managers:

• Convenience and efficiency: Users do not need to collect or keep physical tickets. In this way, common problems such as lost tickets are eliminated and waiting time is reduced.
• Simplified payments: The virtual POS allows the payment process to be fast, secure and digitalized. Thus, drivers can pay directly from their mobile devices. This not only saves time, but also avoids the need to use cash or look for ATMs.
• Lower operational cost: For operators, total automation significantly reduces labor costs by eliminating the need for staff on site. At the same time, it increases the ability to manage the parking remotely.
• Improved user experience: Smart systems allow a seamless experience. Therefore, access, payment and exit are managed without the need for manual interaction.
• Smart management: Real-time monitoring systems allow parking operators to obtain valuable data on parking use. This is the case with occupancy patterns and average length of stay. In this way, it facilitates more informed decision making.

Success story: Discover the Baqueira Parking

The Baqueira Parking is an excellent example of how an unattended system, combined with advanced technology can transform your parking. Known for the massive influx of visitors in the ski season, the ticketless system has allowed streamlining the access and exit of vehicles. It has also managed to reduce queues and improve user satisfaction. Thanks to the implementation of the ticketless system, visitors do not need to worry about obtaining or keeping a ticket. The license plate recognition is in charge of managing the entire process. In addition, the online POS Pagaelparking allows payment of the stay from the mobile phone, which optimizes time.

Continuous innovation with i+D3's digital solutions

The development of solutions such as the ticketless system and Pagaelparking is at the heart of our vision of technological innovation. At i+D3, we are committed to continuing to explore and develop smart technologies that simplify the parking experience. They also optimize spot management, making unattended parkings a more accessible and efficient option across the industry. Automation in parkings is the future of urban mobility. i+D3's solutions are at the forefront of this change, guaranteeing optimized management for operators.