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CONPDS AUTOGATE

How a ConPDS Autogate Deployment Works — From Hardware Validation to Live Operations

A structured, multi-phase process designed for reliable installation, calibration, and stable long-term gate operations. Each phase has defined technical deliverables so teams know what happens when — exact timelines remain project-specific.

On-site and remote deployment · Structured commissioning with defined milestones

Five Deployment Phases for Automated Gate Commissioning

Autogate is delivered through the published five-phase programme, including remote setup, on-site commissioning, integration tests, and supervised go-live. Day counts shown per phase are typical planning guides — exact timelines remain project-specific.

1
Pre Go-Live
On-site validation
2
Software Deploy
Remote installation
3
Go-Live
On-site supervision
4
Stabilisation
Remote fine-tuning
5
Post Go-Live
Final optimisation

What Happens in Each Commissioning Phase

PHASE 1 · 2–3 DAYS ON-SITE

Pre Go-Live — Hardware Validation

Verify mounting positions and camera geometry after customer installation
Perform camera adjustments and connectivity checks
Document installed components and prepare the Central GPU Server
Prepare the Kiosk Monitoring PC for operation
PHASE 2 · REMOTE

Software Deployment

Remote installation of all ConPDS software components
OCR services, MQTT broker, VMS integration, kiosk workflow application
API connectivity tests with DepotMaster
Functional validation of all camera streams and gate workflows
PHASE 3 · 3–4 DAYS ON-SITE

Go-Live — Supervised First Operations

On-site supervision and training on the agreed go-live date
Demonstrate kiosk monitoring, VMS, and GateOperator tools
Guide operators in resolving booking issues and recognition exceptions
Analyse and correct any issues encountered during first live traffic
PHASE 4 · ONGOING REMOTE

In-Between — Remote Stabilisation

Continuous remote monitoring and OCR/LPR configuration fine-tuning
Review logs and adjust recognition thresholds
Validate behaviour under different traffic, weather, and lighting conditions
Priority support access for resolving acute issues
PHASE 5 · 2 DAYS ON-SITE · 2–3 WEEKS AFTER GO-LIVE

Post Go-Live — Final Performance Optimisation

On-site evaluation of operational performance and operator feedback
Analyse recurring issues and finalise recognition configuration
Verify day/night performance and real-world recognition stability
Confirm the system operates reliably as part of daily terminal workflows

Activities Included in Every Autogate Deployment

Software Installation

All ConPDS software components installed and configured

Integration Setup

Authentication, service endpoints, and MQTT messaging flows

Camera Configuration

IP, time server, exposure, zoom, focus, and motion detection per camera

OCR/LPR Calibration

Initial threshold alignment and fine-tuning with sample images

Functional Validation

End-to-end testing with simulated and real DepotMaster bookings

VMS Integration

Camera and PoE switch integration with Vivotek VSS

All software, microservices, and configuration work are performed by ConPDS — remotely or on-site as required. Stream mapping, API connectivity, and kiosk workflow deployment are typically completed before the first live vehicle arrives; exact sequencing remains project-specific.

Deployment Responsibility — ConPDS vs Customer Scope

ConPDS

Software, Electronics & Calibration

All ConPDS software components, OCR/LPR engine deployment, camera configuration, MQTT and API integration, kiosk workflow installation, VMS setup, remote monitoring tools, and system health watchdog.

CUSTOMER

Infrastructure & Civil Works

Gate structures, camera mounting poles, barriers, kiosk cabinets, network cabling, electrical works, concrete foundations, the Central GPU Server, and the Kiosk Monitoring PC with dual displays.

Customers use their preferred local contractors for all infrastructure work. ConPDS provides technical specifications for camera geometry, mounting positions, and network requirements to ensure compatibility.

Ongoing Support After Commissioning

Continuous OCR model enhancements
Software updates and performance optimisation
Remote diagnostics and system health monitoring
Configuration backup and restore
Recognition threshold adjustment
Emergency spare kit replenishment

Related Resources

Autogate explainer videos

Two clips — a short briefing and a longer walkthrough. Playback opens in a dialog so you stay on this page.

→ Watch the briefing (short) → Watch the full explainer

Automating Gate Operations — Business Case

Why depots automate gate operations and why phased rollout is how the benefits actually land.

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ConPDS Autogate — Product Overview

Full product overview and automated gate workflow documentation.

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Autogate Gate Workflows

Every gate scenario step by step — the workflows activated during deployment.

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Autogate System Architecture

Core gate components, GPU server specs, and software microservices commissioned during deployment.

See the full system architecture →

Autogate Subscription Model

What the subscription includes — hardware, software, and ongoing support.

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