Three common myths about ANPR
Do you know how ANPR works? Then you probably also know that it’s no longer a system used only for visitor parking. That’s an outdated myth — and one we’re here to bust. But if this is news to you, keep reading. In this post, we’ll debunk the three most common myths about ANPR.
“The best results and the strongest customer experience come when ANPR is used in facilities that combine contract and visitor parking.” — Pelle Sjögren, Mobility46
Not Just for Visitor Parking
The most common misconception we hear about ANPR is that it’s only relevant for visitor parking. That’s not true. In fact, the best results and customer experience come when ANPR is used in facilities that combine contract and visitor parking.
For example:
If a tenant with a parking permit stays longer than their contracted time, the cameras automatically register it. Instead of risking a fine — and instead of you losing revenue for that period — the tenant is automatically charged a visitor rate for the extra time. The charge is added to their regular monthly invoice, completely automatically, with no manual work required from you or your customer.
You can read more about the benefits of using ANPR in facilities with contract parking here.
Suitable for Both Garages and Outdoor Parking
Another common myth is that ANPR only works in parking garages. That’s also incorrect. The truth is that ANPR can be installed in virtually any facility — both indoors and outdoors. The only requirement is that there’s a clearly defined entry and exit, since that’s where the cameras need to be placed to register the vehicles entering and leaving the area.
“It’s an investment — but absolutely a worthwhile one to make!”
— Pelle Sjögren
An Investment That Pays for Itself
The last myth we often encounter is that ANPR systems are expensive. While the installation can involve an initial cost — since ANPR cameras have historically been quite pricey — there are two strong trends now driving those costs down:
- ANPR cameras are becoming increasingly affordable.
- The technology is moving to the cloud.
The intelligence that reads license plates used to be built into the camera itself. Now, with cloud-based processing, you can use less expensive cameras — making the entire ANPR system far more cost-effective.
Beyond the lower investment cost, it’s important to consider the business value ANPR generates:
- Your parking revenues increase, as you can now monitor and charge for all usage — from contract parkers to visitors.
- Your operational costs decrease, as the need for manual enforcement is reduced.
- You gain valuable real-time data on how your facility is used — hour by hour — helping you optimize and grow your parking business.
In short: yes, it’s an investment — but a highly worthwhile one.
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“It’s an investment — but absolutely a worthwhile one to make!"
“It’s an investment — but absolutely a worthwhile one to make!"
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