What is PMS?

PMS (Parking Management System) is a kind of software that reduces traffic and keeps track of the vehicles in the parking area. It focuses on helping and managing car procedures, it has automated gates that control entry, a ticketing system that has autonomy, and several other features or add-ons.

Analysis Before Installing PMS

I'll give you an example to illustrate why PMS is significant. John is a resident of the city's metropolis. While looking for a place to park his car, he ran into difficulties in the parking lot. When he initially arrived at the shopping centre, he had to get a paper ticket, enter the parking area, and then wait in a long line for automobiles or motorbikes to be parked while he looked for a location to leave his car. He was impatient since a lot of time was being wasted.

After a while, when he came back from shopping, he forgot the parking spot number and had to go back and search the entire area. After locating his car, he proceeded to the exit gate but was unable to locate the ticket. As a result, he was forced to pay an additional fine due to the lost ticket and became extremely agitated as he exited the parking lot.

There were some problems he faced during the parking plaza

1.  A waste of time searching for a parking space, particularly when a lot is packed.

2.  There was gridlock in the parking lanes since the authorities failed to issue any instructions.

3.  It is challenging to recall the parking number and find the car later on in a parking lot. There aren't any guidelines available to address this problem.

4.  Parking slips are the sole accepted form of proof of parking; if you lose yours, you'll be subject to steep fines.

5. Adding more alternatives for transactions takes additional processes and infrastructure, and payment methods are often restricted to cash.

Solution — Save time! ⏳

Our developers came up with the idea of creating a management system that would require less human strength, be constructed on a low budget, and be able to be deployed anywhere with a large amount of traffic to manage and handle the rush after breaking the problem down and studying each sub-problem. I concluded that attempting to minimize user time and effort at each step will enable me to achieve my goals.

Analysis After Installing PMS

Let's see how John feels when the PMS has been installed in the parking lot. After a time, John travelled to the same shopping centre to see a movie, but he had already reserved a parking space before arriving. He arrives at the parking area, scans the QR code at the entrance gate, enters the parking area, and then parks his car in the space he has reserved in advance. This time, he had no problems parking the car.

He navigates to the location where he parked his car with ease after seeing the movie. He then leaves the area near the exit gate, pays the parking costs online, and makes his way home. This time, he was pleased with the parking management system.

Benefits after installing PMS

1. There was a significant decrease in parking time, and there was significantly less congestion.

2. Traffic was simple for the authorities to control.

3. It was reasonably priced.

4. Passengers have the option of paying the amount in cash or online.

5. If a ticket is lost, users can scan the QR code to receive a notification on their smartphones.

Conclusion: With the integration of the Parking Management System, the Parking Complex has entered a new era of efficiency and ease. It is a symbol of technological progress in urban planning and development. The technology not only fulfilled but exceeded our initial goals by seamlessly streamlining parking operations, reducing congestion, and increasing revenue streams. It serves as a model for sustainable urban mobility and sets a high bar for cities around the world. The Parking Complex, which was formerly packed with difficulties, is now a monument to the power of deliberate technical investments to effect positive transformation. This successful implementation is an important step forward in our continuous commitment to improving the urban experience for both residents and visitors.

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