We received so many great responses to the May/June 2026 question that we couldn’t fit them all in one place! Click here to see the responses featured in Parking & Mobility magazine, then keep reading for even more insights.
What does a “resilient revenue model” look like for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations in 2026?
@Katherine Beaty, PTMP, CEO/President, Beaty Solutions
A resilient revenue model in 2026 assumes parking demand will continue to change and is designed for that reality rather than fighting it. It monetizes access and the curb, adjusts pricing as behavior shifts, and is willing to let go of legacy revenue that no longer makes sense. Resilience isn’t about squeezing every dollar in a good year; it’s about not collapsing when conditions change.
@Erik Nelson, PCIP, Consultant, Walker Consultants
A resilient revenue model is one that can (1) provide for the complete costs of the operation; and (2) contribute to the organization’s mission or strategic plan. Unhealthy organizations can result when one of those components is neglected or ignored.
@Trystan Henry, PECP, VP of Business Development, ParkEngage
A resilient revenue model in 2026 is software-led, AI-informed, and managed through a single operating system rather than disconnected tools or static enforcement practices. Organizations that use real-time data to adjust pricing, access, and operating rules can protect revenue while reducing friction for users and staff. In this approach, enforcement becomes a last line of defense, with clarity, automation, and compliance driving more predictable and sustainable financial outcomes.
@Andrew Sachs, CAPP, President, Gateway Parking Services
A resilient revenue model in 2026 transitions away from static “car storage” toward dynamic mobility hubs that unify parking, EV charging, and micromobility services into a single, diversified profit pool.
@Perry Eggleston, DPA, PTMP, Senior Manager, Universities, Modii Inc.
Modern parking, transportation, and mobility organizations employ a range of technologies to minimize administrative overhead and enhance customer satisfaction. As single-source data generators, these SaaS platforms produce millions of data points that are often not analyzed beyond what the SaaS systems offer. To establish a successful “resilient revenue model,” these agencies need to conduct aggregated data analyses. This approach will help reduce “operational shrinkage” by utilizing data-driven agility to improve overall operational efficiencies.
@Brian Favela, Director, University of South Carolina
The strongest operators maximize revenue while aligning goals that can adapt to behavior, technology, and regulatory change. Remember that change isn’t something to survive; it’s something to design for, and the ones that adapt faster are the ones that last!
@Derek Kiley, Chief Revenue Officer, TIBA Parking
In 2026, resilience means moving beyond reliance on transient parking alone. Building layered revenue models that combine hourly, subscription, reservation, and event pricing with new streams, such as enforcement, is critical. At the same time, digital-first platforms help reduce upfront capital investments, extend equipment life, and lower ongoing maintenance costs. By centralizing operations, optimizing rates, and diversifying services, organizations can increase revenue and improve margins. This allows for fluid mobility, including merging final parking destinations with roadway messaging signs to guide the customer’s entire journey.
@Ally Spinu, VP of Business Development, Vicinia
A resilient revenue model in 2026 is diversified, data-driven, and demand-adaptive. Rather than relying on a single source like hourly parking, organizations balance dynamic pricing, digital services, and usage-based revenue across the mobility ecosystem. Resilience starts with flexibility: real-time occupancy, event data, and seasonal trends enable operators to adjust pricing, manage capacity, and reduce revenue leakage. Digital layers — reservations, permits, validations, and curbside management — create predictable revenue while improving compliance and user experience. Peak events are treated as premium revenue opportunities through pre-booking, routing, and integrated payments. Ultimately, resilient organizations manage parking, transportation, and mobility as one connected platform that can scale, adapt, and generate smarter revenue.
@Ben Pisch, VP Clients and Markets, North American Division, SenSen Networks
A resilient revenue model for parking operators depends on understanding what’s happening in the space in real time. Legacy systems capture plate reads but miss the contextual intelligence that drives smarter decisions: how spaces are used, when and where demand peaks, and how vehicles move through a facility. Sensen’s technology sees more and moves beyond LPR to provide operators the opportunity to treat their infrastructure as a data-generating asset, with the analytics to turn that into actionable insight, will be far better positioned to optimize pricing, reduce revenue leakage, and adapt as mobility patterns shift.
@Bill Brown, Director, Business Development, RAM Construction Services
A resilient revenue model for parking, transportation, and mobility organizations in 2026 includes proactive facility maintenance that reduces regulatory, insurance, and liability risk while protecting long-term revenue. Deferred maintenance can shift quickly from a cost issue to a safety issue, leading to shutdowns, enforcement actions, or reputational damage that disrupts income streams. As inspections and compliance expectations increase — and insurers demand documented maintenance programs — organizations that invest in routine upkeep create more stable, predictable revenue over time.