OpenTech Alliance Inc., a Phoenix-based provider of self-storage kiosks, call-center services and other technology, launched INSOMNIAC Unit Alarms, a new integration for its OpenTech IoE (Internet of Everything) platform of smart-connected devices...
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When developing a new self-storage facility, adding technology to the design can be critical to providing a superior customer experience. One owner shares the high-tech features he incorporated to improve site operation and security.
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A self-storage business generates a large amount of security data every day, yet few operators know how to use it to improve property performance. Leveraging this information can help with decision-making, improve processes and create a better...
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Setting and achieving self-storage business goals is a continual ebb and flow of evaluation, planning and execution. Here are three business resolutions that could make the difference between 2020 being a year of hindsight and one of vision and...
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With a new decade upon us, here’s a snapshot of trends that will impact self-storage investment, development and operation on the global stage.
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After decades of little improvement in self-storage access control, three major technology developments are changing the way facility operators secure and provide access to their sites. These advances help them control and manage their properties...
Update 12/18/19 – Second Closet has closed another round of funding, this time raising $13.2 million to fuel expansion to other Canadian markets next year. New locations are expected to open during the first quarter, though the company is keeping...
Implementing new technology in your self-storage operation doesn’t have to be scary. By explaining the why and how behind new tools and offering employee training, you’ll gain staff acceptance while facilitating better performance.
Systems integration is all the rage in the consumer world thanks to voice-enabled devices like Alexa, but connectivity advancements in the business world could be even more impactful due to the Internet of Things (IoT). For self-storage operators...
Facility-management software is the hub of a successful self-storage operation. When looking to buy or upgrade a program, it’s critical to understand the features and costs so you choose the right one for your business. Here’s insight to bolster...
