Parking app business is getting popularity among the entrepreneurs because it is not only helpful to the drivers but also to the parking space owners by taking non-cash payments. A properly functioning parking app with real-time information to the drivers is a great asset in saving fuel & operational cost. According to surveys it has been estimated that by 2023 IoT Applications will spend $3.8 billion on smart parking apps.

When an app development agency takes the project of developing a parking app they integrate primary features. These features are crucial for the success of the parking app and we will discuss about them in complete detail.

Features of Parking App

1. Easy to Search

The app must offer user to search for the parking spot smoothly so that they can go there without looking for space.

2. GPS

The app must include a GPS for the parking slot so that the user is provided proper direction to the parking slot.

3. Street Parking Alerts

Parking app is usually powered by street parking alerts in addition to the GPS. This help user to know the areas that give proper parking option like parking availability, no availability and many more.

4. Price Comparison

A parking app gives multiple locations for a slot and offers the parking price to compare it with nearby slots for cost saving purposes.

5. Booking Option

There are several parking slots that are available to book in advance for a day, week or month. A smart parking app developed by IoT Development Service offers the option to book a parking slot in advance apart of booking it on a daily basis on your arrival is quite a benefit.

6. Push Notification

This is a feature that engages user with the app as it will inform them about updated features, promo codes, discounts, as well as other security updates and many more.

A mobile parking app is usually has different panels that helps different stakeholders. Lets discuss them one by one in the below section.

User Panel for Parking App Tools

• Registration

• Search for pickup location

• Tracking System for vehicle location

• Estimated arrival and departure time

• Integrating the payment option

• History of the parking

• Schedule booking for the parking

• Ratings & Review

Admin Panel for Mobile Parking App

• Manage Booking

• User Management

• Manage Payment

• Manage Offers

• Driver Management

• Add or remove a driver

• Add New location

Driver Panel of Vehicle Parking App

• Registration

• Contact customers

• Adding ID proof

• Check reviews & ratings

• Receive payment from customers

• Option to accept or decline parking request

Innovations in Smart Parking Solutions

1. Tracking Cars with Sensor Systems

IoT is the core technology of vehicle tracking platforms. Tools like GPS collect location information and monitor the occupancy of parking spaces. This data is shared to the cloud gateway for processing and sent to the network server. The data will be presented to drivers in the form of understandable, clear insights.

2. Smart Counter Systems

An IoT enabled counting system detects a vehicle entering and leaving the parking facility. This way, IoT Applications will be able to offer drivers a real-time counter of empty spots. Counter systems increase the efficiency of the parking facility; identify trends and patterns regarding the customer flow.

3. Automated parking systems

Automatic parking systems lower the land use for parking and enhance the efficiency of space usage. Such system move cars up and down to the upper levels of the facility.

Wrapping Up:

Getting real-time access to data is quite crucial in the parking field. Being able to capture insights, manage them, and derive patterns is a major benefit offered by the Internet of Things. If you’re interested in IoT development services for parking services, contact OrangeMantra. We are a team of experienced developers, designers & testers. Check out the portfolio to see the projects and case studies.