Sat Mar 22 09:40:00 UTC 2025: ## NEC Launches AI-Powered Automated Parking System Pilot Program

**Tokyo, Japan – March 21, 2024** – NEC Corporation today announced the commencement of a pilot program to automate mechanical parking facilities using AI technology. The two-month trial, taking place at an office building in Minato City, aims to alleviate operator workload while enhancing user safety and convenience.

The initiative addresses the growing challenge of labor shortages impacting the parking industry. Many facilities are facing difficulties maintaining operating hours, particularly at night, due to a shrinking workforce. NEC’s solution seeks to revolutionize parking management through AI-driven automation.

The pilot program will utilize AI-powered cameras to verify driver disembarkation upon entry (patent pending) and detect unauthorized entry into the facility. Technical evaluations will focus on the accuracy of person detection, even when individuals are partially obscured or overlapping. The program will also analyze optimal camera placement and quantity for effective operation.

In parallel, NEC is developing a user-friendly interface to simplify parking operations. By combining this new interface with the AI-powered system, NEC aims to establish a viable model for unmanned mechanical parking facilities.

“This pilot represents a significant step towards a future where parking is not only automated but seamlessly integrated with other facilities,” said [Insert Name and Title from NEC press release, if available]. “Our vision is to create a more convenient and secure experience for users, eliminating the reliance on passwords and key cards for access to buildings and parking areas.”

The successful implementation of this technology could significantly impact the parking industry, potentially solving labor shortages and improving efficiency across office buildings, hotels, commercial facilities, and residential complexes. NEC plans to leverage the findings to accelerate the digital transformation (DX) of parking facilities and integrate them into broader smart building ecosystems.

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