Technology

It’s critical that today's self-storage professionals be tech-savvy. Successful operations invest in management software, mobile technology, online tools, automation, security equipment and other amenities that provide tenant convenience and a higher level of performance and service.

Highlights

StorTrack Enhances SiteFinder Tool for Identifying Self-Storage Development Opportunities

Jan 17, 2019

Update 1/17/19 – StorTrack has added several enhancements to its SiteFinder tool. Among the new features is the ability to filter...

Self-Storage Technology Firm storEDGE Issues Product Updates During 12-Day, Holiday-Themed Program

Jan 10, 2019

Update 1/10/19 – For the second consecutive year, storEdge celebrated December by sending product updates, new...

Text Messaging in Self-Storage: Exploring One of the Most Effective Tenant-Communication Channels

Jan 10, 2019

Text messaging has proven to be one of the most effective communication channels for self-storage operators...

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What Self-Storage Operators Can Learn From the Pizza Industry: Leveraging Mobile Technology

Dec 31, 2018

There’s a lot self-storage operators can learn from the pizza industry about consumer behavior and leveraging technology. Here are ways mobile tools will help you grab a bigger slice of revenue.

PTI Partners With Innovo to Offer Enhanced Self-Storage Security Solutions

Dec 19, 2018

PTI Security Systems, a provider of access-control and security solutions for the self-storage industry, has partnered with Innuvo, a company that provides audiovisual (A/V) and security products and services for commercial and residential...

Running at Peak: A 6-Part Facility-Performance Checklist for Self-Storage Operators

Dec 19, 2018

No matter how long you’ve been running a self-storage facility, a solid operations checklist can ensure you regularly review key areas for peak performance. Though not definitive, the following covers the critical questions that must be answered...

Be Heard! How Voice-Enabled Technology Can Improve the Self-Storage Customer Experience

Dec 17, 2018

Artificial intelligence is touching more facets of our lives, and we need start thinking about how it can improve the self-storage industry and our customers’ experience. Read how voice-enabled devices work and the functions they offer.

Asset or Liability? Standards, Safety and Your Self-Storage Automatic Gate

Dec 07, 2018

While an automatic gate can be a great asset for your self-storage facility, it can also be a liability. Learn about standards...

Outsourcing to a Self-Storage Call Center

Dec 03, 2018

A call center can benefit a self-storage operation beyond just handling incoming phone calls. Learn why it might make sense to...