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.

Self-Storage in the Era of Social Distance: Adapting Facilities With Technology

May 24, 2020

Many self-storage owners are incorporating technology into their operation to accommodate social distancing during COVID-19. Read about the tools that can help you meet tenants’ needs while providing an exceptional customer-service experience.

ISS News Desk: The Self-Storage Industry Shifts Focus to a Contact-Free Tenant Experience

May 21, 2020

“Contact-free” and “contactless” are among the hottest catch phrases to emerge from the coronavirus pandemic, and they’re certainly being embraced in the self-storage industry. While some facility operators previously offered customers ways to...

Red Squirrel Storage Centres of Scotland Innovates in the Face of COVID-19

May 19, 2020

Red Squirrel Storage Centres, which operates two self-storage facilities in Broxburn and Cumbernauld, Scotland, has incorporated new technology to help its customers and staff practice social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. The...

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Video Case Study: Comfort Storage Shares Its Experience With the Noke Smart Entry System

May 19, 2020

In this video case study, the owners of Comfort Storage in Punta Gorda, Fla., share their experience with Nokē Smart Entry from Janus International. See how the system has created a new level of security and ease for tenants and staff, and how key...

Assembling a Well-Layered Security System for Your Self-Storage Property

May 13, 2020

There are security components every self-storage facility must have, plus optional ones that can further enhance your overall system. Combined, these tools can deter criminals while satisfying customer expectations.

2020 Self-Storage Software Showcase: Operator and Vendor Insights to Help You Choose Programs and Features

May 12, 2020

A self-storage operator’s choice of management software is critical to the success of the business. In this showcase, we share insights from facility operators, who share the products they use and why, and providers, who discuss current and...

ISS, Janus to Host Free Webinar on Automated, Contact-Free Self-Storage Operation

May 07, 2020

Inside Self-Storage (ISS) and Janus International will host a free webinar titled “Contactless Rentals: How to Automate the Self-Storage Move-In Process” at 2 p.m. ET on June 25. It’ll be presented by Terry Bagley, president of the Janus Smart...

WEBINAR - Contactless Rentals: How to Automate the Self-Storage Move-In Process

May 05, 2020

The coronavirus crisis has put a bright spotlight on contact-free business operation across many industries, including self-storage. Thankfully, there’s technology available to help facility operators provide a safe rental experience for customers...

Creating a Contact-Free World: The Role of Technology in Self-Storage During COVID-19

May 03, 2020

Self-storage operators are adopting new, contact-free ways of doing business during the coronavirus pandemic. Read how technology is helping them adapt and meet new customer requirements.

Storable Integrates Products to Help Self-Storage Operators Combat COVID-19

Apr 30, 2020

Storable, a supplier of varied products and services to the self-storage industry, has completed a series of integrations between its affiliate brands to help self-storage operators provide a better customer experience during the coronavirus...