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Houston, TX – Convergentz, a leading Master Systems Integrator specializing in smart building technologies, is excited to announce its partnership with Frogparking, a global leader in innovative parking management solutions. Through this strategic collaboration, Convergentz will become a value-added reseller of Frogparking technology, bringing advanced smart parking solutions further to the U.S. market. As urban areas continue to grow, the demand for efficient parking management has never been higher. Frogparking’s cutting-edge parking technology includes an end-to-end solution consisting of access control systems, parking guidance systems, seamless mobile applications, parking software solutions and powerful analytics. Convergentz will leverage its expertise in smart infrastructure to deliver these benefits to a wide range of industries, including commercial real estate, healthcare, and education. “We are thrilled to partner with Frogparking and offer their innovative parking solutions to our clients,” said Stan Byers RCDD, Director, Pre-construction at Convergentz. “Frogparking’s technology aligns perfectly with our mission to radically improve the environments in which people live, work, learn, and play. Frogparking’s unified platform allows us to connect smart buildings to smart city developments by providing our customers with innovative, efficient, reliable solutions.” This partnership will enable Convergentz to expand its smart building portfolio, providing customers with future-proof parking technologies that enhance operational efficiency and user satisfaction. Frogparking’s scalable solutions cater to various environments, from small parking lots to large urban centers, making it a versatile addition to Convergentz’s offering. “At Frogparking, we are dedicated to transforming the way businesses manage parking,” said Shareena Sandbrook, CEO at Frogparking. “Our partnership with Convergentz is a fantastic opportunity to further extend our reach and provide our world-class solutions to more parking operations across the United States.” The combined expertise of Convergentz and Frogparking will enable clients to seamlessly integrate advanced parking management into their smart building projects, offering unmatched efficiency, sustainability, and user convenience.

DENVER —PRRS, a trailblazer in parking compliance technology operating via AI vision software, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with the renowned global marketing firm Cre8ion to reimagine its brand and expand its offerings. As part of this transformation, PRRS will broaden its previous strategy of being solely an enforcement company to present itself as the comprehensive software solution provider for parking operations that it is today, better reflecting the full scope of its capabilities. Known for revolutionizing parking compliance with cutting-edge AI-powered technology, PRRS is now set to redefine the parking industry by offering an integrated suite of solutions designed to streamline compliance and assist payment providers through the auto start and stop of payments, space utilization, and overall parking management. This partnership with Cre8ion will drive a new phase of growth and visibility, positioning PRRS as a leader in comprehensive, AI-driven parking solutions. “Our vision is to evolve beyond compliance and provide cities, businesses, and private operators with a complete software platform that enhances the parking experience,” said Mike Drow, CEO of PRRS. “With Cre8ion’s expertise, we will enhance our brand presence and better communicate the full range of our capabilities, ensuring we resonate with a broader audience. This collaboration will allow us to showcase the depth of our technology and the value it brings to parking operations worldwide.” PRRS will explore a potential name change as part of the brand transformation to better align with its expanded software offerings and market positioning. The company’s current brand, strongly associated with compliance, will evolve to reflect its new identity as a comprehensive provider of innovative parking solutions. The change aims to more accurately communicate PRRS’s enhanced portfolio of services, which includes AI-powered compliance, real-time data analytics, advanced enforcement, real-time occupancy, express lane, providing the widget for auto start and stop to all payment providers, and generally aligning the overall marketing message around PRRS’ true full suite of capabilities, which is an end-to-end, one-stop-shop to operate the modern parking facility. Cre8ion will be pivotal in refining PRRS’s brand strategy, crafting a new identity, and developing a marketing approach highlighting the company’s advanced software capabilities. The firm’s extensive experience in rebranding and digital transformation will be vital in reshaping PRRS’s image to appeal to municipalities, businesses, and parking operators seeking more efficient, data-driven solutions. PRRS’s expanded software platform will empower parking operators with the tools needed to optimize parking space usage, improve revenue management, and deliver an enhanced user experience. AI-driven insights will provide real-time data analytics, enabling dynamic pricing and better decision-making for urban mobility and innovative city initiatives. “We are thrilled to work with PRRS as they embark on this exciting new chapter,” said Darrell Irwin, Founder and CEO of UK-based Cre8ion. “This partnership allows us to help PRRS redefine its brand to better communicate its evolution from a parking compliance company to a full-service software provider, showcasing the impact of their innovative technology.  We believe this elevates their commitment to improving the industry now and in the future, with a focus on influencing smarter cities and impacting sustainability initiatives. These are exciting times we live in.” As cities face increasing parking congestion and traffic management challenges, PRRS’s expanded software capabilities and redefined brand will position it as a leading force in the parking technology industry. For more information on PRRS’s software solutions and brand transformation, visit www.parkingprrs.com. About Parking Revenue Recovery Services Parking Revenue Recovery Services, Inc. (PRRS) is North America’s leading Parking Compliance and Facility Monitoring technology provider. PRRS is on track to provide over 1,000 parking locations and proudly supports national, regional, and local parking operators throughout the United States. Our client owners and parking operators use our monitoring and compliance services in all properties, including commercial lots and garages, municipal facilities, college and university facilities, airports, hospitals, commercial properties, and residential buildings. PRRS creates exceptional value for its parking operator clients through increased overall customer compliance and enhanced visibility into operating activity and usage while delivering excellent customer service. We maximize the value provided to our clients through excellence, innovation, and efficiency in its compliance and monitoring services, delivered by an outstanding team of parking professionals dedicated to the highest levels of customers. About Cre8ion Cre8ion is a global marketing firm based in the UK known for its digital transformation, branding, and strategic marketing expertise. The firm works with companies across industries to redefine their brand identities, by delivering clear narratives and driving growth through innovative marketing strategies to reach audiences.

Oobeo, a subsidiary of Toledo Ticket Technologies and a pioneer in streamlined, subscription-based parking software, is thrilled to announce the launch of EnforcePlus. This innovative parking enforcement solution introduces a fully featured mobile app and software suite designed to revolutionize parking enforcement. Building on Oobeo's reputation for providing app-free, contactless payment solutions, EnforcePlus is a natural extension of the company's commitment to simplifying parking operations. Whether for valet services, gateless surface lots, or garages, Oobeo's suite of flexible products delivers powerful automation without the need for costly hardware or time-consuming management. EnforcePlus offers several innovative features specifically designed to improve parking experiences for patrons and streamline practices for parking owners and operators. Key benefits include: Accurate ALPR technology: Enhanced parking enforcement with seamless integration to existing payment systems, empowering operators to manage permits, payments, and violations from one platform. Device flexibility: Operators can use their own Android or iOS devices, or choose from provided equipment, allowing for easy scalability. Fast & secure payments: With PCI-compliant processing, regular and reliable payouts ensure parking operators receive revenue without delays. Automated dispute: Streamline and reduce conflict with an easy-to-use online dispute process, including built-in tools that minimize errors and pre-screen cases. Photographic evidence: Every license plate recognition (LPR) scan captures and records high-resolution photos uploaded to the cloud, while photographic evidence is printed directly on citations, increasing compliance rates and dispute resolution speed. Cost effective and economical implementation: Empower operators to manage parking violations, payments, and disputes with ease with no monthly fees and seamless integration capabilities. EnforcePlus also boasts advanced features such as real-time data synchronization, scalability, enhanced security, and offline capabilities, ensuring parking operations run smoothly, regardless of the environment. It future-proofs parking enforcement by embracing modern technologies that deliver unmatched performance and flexibility, making it the ideal solution for parking management companies, asset owners, and property managers. “Our goal at Oobeo is to offer cost-effective, flexible solutions that improve parking operations while adapting to our clients' unique needs," said Oobeo CEO Mitch Carter. "With EnforcePlus, we’re equipping parking operators with a modern, efficient, and secure way to enforce parking compliance, reducing operational friction and enhancing customer experience. The ability to integrate effortlessly with existing mobile and meter payment solutions means our clients can manage their entire parking ecosystem seamlessly.” This launch marks a significant step in Oobeo's mission to deliver hassle-free, efficient parking solutions that provide actionable insights and operational efficiency without additional overhead. By leveraging the powerful tools within EnforcePlus, parking operators can elevate their enforcement capabilities and optimize their operations with minimal cost. For more information on how EnforcePlus can transform your parking enforcement process, visit https://enforceplus.com/.

Melbourne, Australia – Frogparking, a global leader in smart parking solutions, is proud to announce the installation of advanced parking technology at Frankston Station in Melbourne, Australia. This installation includes two car counters, a DC gateway, a solar-powered gateway, and a K2 real-time availability sign, all part of Frogparking’s ongoing commitment to improving the commuter experience in Australia’s train stations. This new system will provide real-time parking availability information, offering critical convenience for daily commuters using Frankston Station. The technology is designed to streamline parking management, reduce congestion, and enhance overall efficiency for one of Melbourne’s busiest transport hubs. Frogparking’s partnership with Metro Trains Melbourne (MTM) continues to grow, building on several successful installations around the city. Frogparking’s proven track record in the Australian market demonstrates their ability to consistently deliver innovative solutions for high-traffic areas. “Frogparking is thrilled to continue our work with MTM by bringing our cutting-edge technology to Frankston Train Station,” said Shareena Sandbrook, CEO at Frogparking. “This installation will provide significant value to commuters by ensuring they can easily find parking, improving the overall travel experience.” The Frankston Station multi-deck car park is opening on 16 December 2024, and was delivered by the Level Crossing Removal Project, which seeks to modernize and improve public transport infrastructure across Melbourne.

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Ocra announces that Ethan Glass and Nate Dunning, co-founders of Ocra, have been named to Forbes 30 Under 30 2025 in the Transportation & Mobility category. In 2019, while they were soccer teammates at Occidental College, Glass and Dunning began day-leasing spaces for parking during events at the L.A. Coliseum. Listing inventory on third-party reservation channels like SpotHero and ParkWhiz for consumers to book ahead of time boosted revenue, but managing it was labor-intensive, so they developed software to centralize rate and inventory management across multiple channels. Amid the COVID-19 pandemic, they reached out to 3000+ parking professionals to validate the fragmentation problem and ascertain product market fit. As a result of these conversation, they pivoted to turn their system into a SaaS platform for omni-channel rate and inventory management, powered by sophisticated custom APIs built and maintained by Ocra. Today, Ocra is a true agnostic partner to 50+ parking operators and asset owners and numerous demand channels including SpotHero, ParkWhiz, and more. The software is live at 600+ locations with 50+ operator partners, with $120mm in GMV and 2.9mm transactions projected to flow through it this year. Ocra CoPilot, Ocra's revenue management division, uses internal expertise and data to grow NOI for asset owners without extra labor. For one hotel partner, MCR, Ocra generated $3.4m in gross sales and $2.5m in incremental NOI in 2023. Ocra has raised $4.8 million from backers including MCR and Parker Technology. Glass and Dunning believe that facilitating the open flow of data between parking technologies is prerequisite to unlocking opportunities with industries like transportation, mobility, hospitality, and real estate that have undergone similar transformations. Ethan stated, "We are very humbled to be recognized by Forbes 30 Under 30. This is most certainly an entire team Ocra recognition and we share it with all of you that have helped shape this company. We strive to be the rising tide that raises all ships and that is a testament to the community that we have around us. Our team is grateful to Forbes for the recognition and we are only just getting started." Click to read more from this Ocra story as well as some insights into their executive mindsets.

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