Software

For many years, self-storage software and security services relied on separate pieces of equipment to run respective applications. Often, one did not know how to communicate with the other, which resulted in two separate databases that had to be individually maintained. This double-entry method sometimes meant discrepancies between the databases. This was especially dangerous when a tenant—who should have been ...

Though you still see some facilities with little more than a small fence and a gate open all day, most sites now have a tight integration of high-tech security components coupled with various software packages. This seamless integration allows for better security for tenants and higher revenue for you.First, let’s take a look at the diverse offerings of software that ...

When self-storage facilities switched from DOS to Windows, they instantly enjoyed better functionality and integration with hardware such as gate systems, scanners, printers or cameras. Some systems even provide ties to other platforms, such as Peachtree Accounting and Microsoft Outlook, to assimilate e-mailing invoices and receipts.Users of Windows-based systems continued to ask for the many functions the Internet can deliver. ...

Management software is intended to streamline your business operations and improve customer service. If you can’t make your software do what you want it to do—and what it was made to do—your employees won’t be able to effectively or efficiently manage your site. However, training is crucial to effectively and fully apply software at your facility.What Does Management Software Do?To ...

Self-storage software is continually evolving. And because ours is a unique market, it must be specific to the operation of the business. Whether you are new to the industry, shopping for your first program, or seeking to modernize an existing operation, the dynamics of the software world will have an impact on your business sooner or later.The task can seem ...