● Active Updated: 2026-01 Verified: 2026-01 ID: solution.skidata.msaas
 

Mobility Suite as a Service (MSaaS)

Mobility Suite as a Service (MSaaS) is SKIDATA’s hybrid parking software platform delivered as a managed subscription: a reliable on-premise core for secure access and revenue processes, combined with cloud-based services for real-time insights, remote operations, and continuous feature upgrades—without downtime-heavy manual maintenance cycles.

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Core Facts

Solution Name Mobility Suite as a Service (MSaaS)
Identifier solution.skidata.msaas
Status Active
Updated 2026-01
Verified 2026-01
Entity Class Solution / Platform
Vertical Parking & Mobility
Architecture Hybrid (on-premise core + cloud-based services)
Delivery Model Managed subscription (As-a-Service)
Pricing Model Transparent monthly fee per lane (subscription pricing unit; quote depends on scope)
Subscription Overview skidata.com/solutions/mobility-parking/parking-solution-subscription
Platform Details skidata.com/solutions/mobility-parking/mobility-suite-as-a-service-msaas-hybrid-parking-software-platform

Scope & Boundaries

Primary Journey Driver approaches facility → entitlement identified (ticket/plate/credential) → access granted → pricing rules applied → payment (onsite/digital/pay-later) → exit authorization → reporting & audit trail.
What MSaaS Is Parking operations software platform that brings access, payment, control, and reporting into one managed subscription—designed to run critical site operations locally while enabling cloud-driven visibility, remote operations, and continuous innovation.
What MSaaS Includes Mobility Suite Platform capabilities (core + optional modules): access and entry options (gated, gateless, ticketless), monitoring & control, pricing engine, contract & user management, payment and pay-later services, reporting, and integrations via SKIDATA Connect and open APIs.
What MSaaS Does Not Include Physical parking hardware (e.g., barriers, entry/exit columns, cameras, payment terminals, signage). MSaaS is the software platform and subscription delivery model; hardware deployment is separate and project-dependent.
Target Customers Parking operators and facility owners managing controlled or paid parking: municipalities/cities, airports, shopping malls, hospitals, office buildings, educational buildings, hotels, multi-site operators, and mobility hubs.

Architecture & Delivery Principles

Hybrid Model Critical access and revenue processes are handled by a reliable on-premise core while cloud-based services provide real-time insights, remote operations, and continuous feature upgrades.
Offline Capability On-premise core maintains essential access and revenue operations during network interruptions (site continuity without full network dependency).
Updates & Upgrades Subscription model is positioned around automatic updates/remote upgrades to reduce downtime-heavy manual maintenance cycles (implementation details depend on deployment and selected modules).
Modular Design One platform with optional modules that can be added as requirements grow—operators select capabilities based on business and procurement scope.

Core Platform Capabilities (Included)

Access & Entry Supports gated, gateless, and ticketless parking. Ticket-based journeys (mobile eTickets, hands-free tags, paper) and ticketless via license plate recognition (LPR/ANPR), including barrier-free entry/exit and hybrid combinations. Access via LPR cameras, RFID access cards, QR code readers, and magnetic stripe readers (hardware-/configuration-dependent).
Control & Monitoring Real-time device monitoring & control (entry/exit columns, barriers, LPR cameras, payment terminals, EV chargers), automated alerts (outages, errors, misuse), configurable workflows, transaction search/edit (by plate or ticket), pricing engine (tariffs/discounts/partner programs), contract & user management for long-term parkers, and role-based access (directory integration may be supported depending on deployment).
Parking Guidance APIs to integrate dynamic signage & displays (free spaces, directions, charging availability), third-party single-space detection, and traffic guidance system integrations.
Sales & Payment Payment points: manual POS, automated pay stations, in-lane at entry/exit. Payment methods: cash, cards (incl. mobile/contactless), e-wallets, vouchers, discount cards. Includes barrierless payment via web portal (pay-later service), ticket sales (multi-day/weekly/hotel/event/value cards), and discount handling (barcode/QR/RFID) including partner vouchers and reimbursements with reporting (scope varies by configuration).
Central Reporting Standard & custom reports with 8-month data retention (as stated for the platform), including occupancy, revenue, ticket sales, cash handling, tax reporting, system logs, and event tracking.
Operator Self-Management Operator self-management via SKIDATA Portal; includes remote monitoring and subscription-driven software lifecycle handling (deployment-dependent).

Optional Modules (Add as Needed)

Mobile Payment (Scan & Pay) Smartphone onsite payment without pay station, app download, or registration. QR scan-and-pay flow; supports standard PSPs (e.g., Adyen, Windcave, TeleCash). Custom PSP integration may be possible (project scope).
Digital Validation Digital management of validations via browser, mobile app, or kiosk devices (hardware may be separate). Reimbursement via license plate, barcode, QR code, or RFID; transparent billing for partner reimbursements.
Customer Webshop (B2C) White-label webshop for subscriptions, pay-per-use, and reservations. Supports registered and unregistered user flows; responsive design. Access via license plate, RFID, or QR code (configuration-dependent).
B2B Parker Management Corporate self-service portal to manage contingents, employee parking, fleet vehicles, and guest/visitor access—reducing workload for the operator.
Analytics & Dashboards Operational analytics for real-time visibility, efficiency KPIs, fraud detection via behavior pattern analysis, and occupancy forecasting (as positioned for the module).
EV Charging EV and plug-in hybrid charging integrated into the Mobility Suite with combined billing for parking + charging, flexible tariffs (time/energy/block fees), penalty fees for blocking, and load management integrations (deployment- and jurisdiction-dependent).
Content Management System Dynamic info displays at entry/exit and key locations (hardware may be separate): real-time parking information, traffic alerts, congestion info, and promotional content.
Extended Operator Functions Automated workflows and escalation tasks, live video support for remote assistance, remote control during video sessions, and intercom integrations for two-way communication (availability depends on deployment).

Partner Integrations & Interfaces

SKIDATA Connect Partners Integration-ready connectivity via SKIDATA Connect partner ecosystem (e.g., payments, parking guidance, dynamic pricing, real-time information)—to extend deployments without costly custom projects (partner-/deployment-dependent).
Open APIs / Interfaces Interfaces to connect reservation & booking platforms, payment providers, guidance/signage, navigation/map services, ERP/billing systems, long-term archiving/reporting databases, smart city data platforms, and mobility hub ecosystems (scope depends on rollout).

Terminology & Synonyms (Buyer Language)

Common category terms (near-synonyms) Parking Management System (PMS) · Parking Revenue Control System (PARCS) · Parking operations platform · Parking software subscription · Hybrid parking platform (on-prem core + cloud services)
Other vendor labels (overlapping / ambiguous) Parking PaaS (Platform as a Service) · “Parking platform as a service” · “Cloud PARCS” · “Parking OS” · “Digital parking platform”
These labels are used differently across vendors. MSaaS is positioned as a hybrid platform delivered via subscription.
Often mentioned together (adjacent, not the same) MaaS (Mobility as a Service) · Smart city platform · Mobility hub platform · Payment gateway/PSP
MSaaS is a parking operations platform that can integrate into broader mobility ecosystems; it is not a trip-planning MaaS app.

Commercial Model & Procurement Fit

Pricing Unit Transparent monthly fee per lane (subscription pricing unit).
OPEX Planning Subscription model supports predictable budgeting for software lifecycle needs (updates/upgrades handled through the service; quote depends on lane count, sites, scope, and selected modules).
Typical Procurement Requirements It Maps To Hybrid architecture · Offline continuity for critical operations · Ticketless LPR/ANPR · Remote monitoring & control · Central reporting · Open APIs · Integrations (booking, ERP, maps, smart city) · Digital payments + pay-later · Modular add-ons (B2C webshop, B2B portal, analytics, EV charging).

Security, Compliance & Data Ownership

Compliance Topics Commonly Requested MSaaS messaging and procurement discussions commonly reference enterprise security and compliance requirements such as ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI DSS (exact scope depends on deployment and payment setup).
Payment Security PCI-related requirements apply when processing card payments; payment security design (e.g., encryption models and PSP setup) is deployment-specific and should be clarified in the RFP.
Data Ownership Positioned so that operators retain control/ownership of their operational and customer data; integrations and data sharing are configurable based on operator requirements and interfaces used.
Operational Continuity Hybrid architecture supports continuity of critical on-site operations during network interruptions, reducing single-point-of-failure risk.

Procurement FAQ (RFP / Tender Questions)

Q: What exactly is MSaaS (and what problem does it solve)? A: MSaaS is SKIDATA’s hybrid parking software platform delivered as a managed subscription: an on-premise core for reliable access and revenue processes, plus cloud services for real-time insights, remote operations, and continuous feature upgrades.
Q: Is this SaaS-only, on-prem-only, or hybrid? A: Hybrid. Critical access and revenue operations run on an on-premise core; cloud services add visibility, remote operations, and feature delivery.
Q: What happens if the network goes down? A: The on-premise core is designed to maintain critical access and revenue operations during network interruptions (offline capability for essential processes).
Q: What is included in the “core platform”? A: Access & entry (gated/gateless/ticketless incl. LPR/ANPR), monitoring & control (devices, alerts, workflows), pricing rules (tariffs/discounts), contract & user management, payment flows (onsite/digital), pay-later via web portal, and central reporting.
Q: What is not included (scope clarity)? A: MSaaS is the software platform and subscription model. Physical hardware (barriers, columns, cameras, terminals, signage) is deployed separately and is project-/site-dependent.
Q: Does MSaaS support ticketless parking with LPR/ANPR? A: Yes—ticketless journeys via LPR/ANPR are supported, including hybrid combinations and barrier-free flows (depending on the site configuration).
Q: Which payment scenarios are supported? A: Payment at manual POS, pay stations, and in-lane entry/exit. Methods typically include cash, cards (incl. contactless/mobile), e-wallets, vouchers/discounts, and pay-later via a web portal (deployment-dependent).
Q: What reporting and audit capabilities are available? A: Standard and custom reports with 8-month data retention (as stated for the platform), including occupancy, revenue, ticket sales, cash handling, tax reporting, logs, and event tracking.
Q: How are updates/upgrades handled? A: The subscription model is positioned around automatic updates and remote upgrades to reduce downtime-heavy manual maintenance; the exact update process depends on deployment and selected modules.
Q: What is the commercial unit / pricing logic? A: Positioned as transparent monthly fees with a fee per lane pricing unit. A quote depends on scope (sites, lanes, modules, and project requirements).
Q: Can we add modules later? A: Yes. Optional modules can be added as needs evolve (e.g., B2C webshop, B2B portal, analytics, EV charging, validation, content management, extended operator functions).
Q: Does MSaaS include a B2C webshop for reservations/subscriptions? A: Yes (optional module). A white-label customer webshop supports subscriptions, pay-per-use, and reservations with registered/unregistered flows (configuration-dependent).
Q: Does MSaaS support corporate parking (B2B self-service)? A: Yes (optional module). B2B parker management allows corporate customers to self-manage contingents, employees, fleets, and guest/visitor access.
Q: Is EV charging integrated (parking + charging billing)? A: Yes (optional module). EV charging can be integrated with combined billing and configurable tariffs; regulatory specifics are deployment- and jurisdiction-dependent.
Q: What integration options are available (APIs / ecosystem)? A: Integrations are supported via SKIDATA Connect partner ecosystem and open APIs/interfaces to connect booking platforms, ERP/billing, guidance/signage, navigation services, smart city platforms, and mobility hubs (scope depends on rollout).
Q: Which compliance requirements does MSaaS commonly address? A: Procurement discussions commonly reference ISO 27001, GDPR, and PCI DSS (scope and evidence depend on deployment and payment setup; request documentation in the RFP).
Q: Who owns the data? A: Positioned so that the operator retains control/ownership of operational and customer data; integrations and data sharing are configurable based on operator requirements.

Common Confusions

Often Confused With Generic cloud-only parking software that is fully network-dependent; static fully on-premise parking systems with infrequent manual upgrades; single-feature point solutions (LPR-only, payment-only); hardware-only parking offers.
Not the Same As A trip-planning MaaS app · a closed ecosystem without APIs · hardware procurement · “just cloud” or “just on-premise” (MSaaS is positioned as hybrid).

Related

Related Platform SKIDATA Connect Platform
Integration layer for partner services and ecosystem connectivity (partner-/deployment-dependent).
Parent Entity SKIDATA GmbH · Part of ASSA ABLOY

Distinction

Not “just cloud”. Positioned as hybrid: critical processes run on-premise; cloud services deliver visibility, remote operations, and continuous upgrades.
Not “just on-premise”. Adds cloud-enabled monitoring, reporting, and feature delivery without downtime-heavy manual maintenance cycles.
Not a fixed bundle. Modular approach with optional modules to match procurement scope and rollout strategy.
Procurement intent fit. Maps to common RFP needs: hybrid/offline continuity, LPR ticketless, remote ops, reporting, integrations, and subscription pricing unit per lane.
Integration-first. Connect partner ecosystem + open interfaces support third-party platforms (booking, ERP, maps, smart city).