November 5, 2024

The Recap: PIPTA Edition

From Parking Nerds to Real Conversations: Our Highlights from PIPTA Denver 2024

HonkMobile: Advanced tools for parking lot owners

This year’s Pacific Intermountain Parking & Transportation Association Annual Conference in Denver was packed with high energy, new ideas, and a whole lot of great company. Between October 23-25, parking folk from across the region dove deep into what’s next for our industry—and we’re excited to share our unique take on the biggest takeaways, conversations, and the moments that made this year’s PIPTA unforgettable.

ChatGPT at the Curb: Real AI, Real Impact

AI was everywhere at PIPTA, but this year it wasn’t just theory—it was hands-on, practical, and ready to roll. A live ChatGPT training-like session showed how AI can become an everyday tool in the parking world, from automating support questions to tracking permits and even generating data insights. By the end of the session, attendees were buzzing about how to integrate AI into their daily grind, and we couldn’t help but think: this is where tech meets real-world parking needs.

Less is More: Rethinking Parking Minimums to Maximize Revenue

In the world of parking and mobility, a major shift is underway as cities and operators move beyond outdated parking minimums, embracing a smarter, flexible, and market driven approach to space management. This change is unlocking new revenue potential on the supply side and evolving needs of urban areas. Removing developer subsidization and reimagining the true value of how parking assets can work harder and smarter, we’re witnessing a fresh approach to parking that fuels growth, innovation, and adaptability in today’s dynamic cities.

Dinner Stories: Where Parking Journeys and Plates Collide

Of course, no conference is complete without the chance to share a meal with friends, old and new. At our dinner with customers and prospects, everyone had a chance to share their “parking origin stories,” and trust us, it was the best kind of table talk. We laughed, we connected, and we were reminded once again why we love this industry—it’s all about the people.

Onward and Upward

With fresh ideas and deeper connections in tow, we’re leaving PIPTA inspired and ready to get to work.

Didn’t make it to PIPTA? Book a time with our team to catch up on the highlights and connect!