Flash, a leading parking technology company, has become the first and only parking technology provider to achieve HITRUST Certification for its Parking Access and Revenue Control Systems (PARCS) and Valet solutions. This milestone confirms the company's commitment to maintaining high data security standards that are trusted by 81 percent of U.S. hospitals and health systems, according to a company announcement.
The certification aligns Flash's security frameworks with those of its healthcare clients, reducing implementation complexity and risk. By earning this distinction, Flash provides assurance to patients, visitors, physicians, and staff that their information remains secure from the moment they enter a parking facility. The company's cloud-based platform processes over 500 million transactions annually in a secure environment that minimizes risks of data loss, disruption, or corruption.
Flash CEO Dan Sharplin emphasized the company's dedication to setting new industry standards, stating that security is a critical component of reimagining the parking experience. The certification allows Flash to manage compliance burdens for operators and owners, demonstrating their technical expertise and commitment to data protection. Flash has also maintained its Level 1 Service Provider designation by the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standards for 11 consecutive years.
Flash's parking technology has already gained significant trust among major healthcare systems in metropolitan areas including Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Denver, Houston, New York City, Orange County, Phoenix, Pittsburgh, and San Diego. The company's cloud-based platform efficiently manages compliance, pushing security updates and conducting routine system checks that become operational within minutes.
This HITRUST Certification represents a significant advancement in parking technology, highlighting the increasing importance of robust cybersecurity measures across all technological services, particularly in sensitive sectors like healthcare. As parking facilities increasingly integrate with digital systems, ensuring data protection becomes paramount for patient and visitor trust.
