A route to the future

The British Parking Association has published a new strategic plan

Inclusivity and diversity are key themes in the British Parking Association’s new strategic framework. The document sets out the direction that the association will take over the next three years. The BPA is a not-for-profit membership association representing the UK’s parking and mobility sector. The association provides a membership community to support parking and traffic management professionals. It represents over 750 corporate members including local government, commercial providers, parking system operators, consultants, and academics. In addition, the association has a separate membership structure for over 650 individuals and a range of benefits to support their professional development.

The BPA’s previous three-year Strategic Plan was developed in consultation with members and agreed by the association’s council and board. The new plan will be reviewed annually and enable the association to focus on the challenges and opportunities facing BPA members and tailor the relevance of their activities to ensure added best value at every stage.

Dave Smith, head of communications and marketing, said: “Our previous plan served us well, but given the increasing drivers of change, it is now timely to adopt a three-year rolling strategic plan that is reviewed annually. This will enable us to remain focussed on the challenges and opportunities facing our members and tailor the relevance of our activities to add value.

“Our new plan has been developed in consultation with our members and reflects what is happening in the wider world, such as: the drive to net zero; technology and innovation; data and consumer behaviour; and legislative and policy changes by government. The BPA council will review our strategic aims on an annual basis and the BPA board will ensure delivery throughout the year.” www.britishparking.co.uk

The new strategic plan was unveiled at the BPA Live event in London on 26 April. The launch of the new strategy coincided with the publication of the BPA’s equality, diversity and inclusion (EDI) report.

A strategic vision

The BPA sets out its purpose and vision

Purpose

We provide a leading membership community to support parking and traffic management professionals to deliver the highest quality services that benefit society and the environment.

Vision

Our vision is for a diverse and inclusive membership community that supports a parking and travel experience that exceeds expectations.

The BPA has identified four strategic themes to help deliver its plan:

• Promote an inclusive and professional sector

• Amplify our leading voice

• Add value to membership

• Shape the future and set standards.