How Smart Storage Technology Is Changing the Industry

Smart technology is here to stay and is spreading throughout various industries, including self-storage. So, how can smart technology enhance the storage experience for both business owners and customers alike? There are many ways to bring innovation to smart security and mobile apps for customers. We will dive into these changes and more below. Read on to find out more.

Smart Access Control and Advanced Apps

One of the first areas in which smart tech is starting to change the storage game is with smart access controls. Using smart access, customers can unlock or lock their unit using a passcode or facial recognition on their phones. They can set up authorized users so others can help them move their boxes in their absence or even use climate controls to ensure extreme temperatures do not ruin their electronics or furniture. Smart access lets you control things within your unit at the push of a button, and having a dedicated app on your phone for your unit is an absolute game-changer. 

Remote Monitoring

For managers, remote monitoring allows them to monitor the facility no matter where they are. They have access to many analytics, real-time live reporting, and video monitoring that can be pulled up with any device. This is perfect for security since they can monitor everything that happens in every corner of the facility. 

Imagine getting a live video feed of your facility on your phone, being able to open or close a gate at the push of a button, or being able to detect temperature fluctuations and humidity increases as they occur in real-time. Speed is key, and when you have remote monitoring active, you can expect to know everything that happens as it happens. 

Remote Management

The age of manual management is changing. Many parts of the management process are going digital. You can process reservations and rentals online, offer eSign leases, accept online payments, and automate leads. With these enhancements, your facility is able to process a payment at 2:00 AM without a staff member being available to input any information. Automation is the key to success in self-storage and is an essential way to streamline your business. Remember, streamlined operations create a far better customer experience and excellent customer retention.

Developed by The Storage Group®, ClickandStor™ Online Rental Suite is a self-storage solution that integrates with many major property management systems to bring safe and streamlined online storage rentals. This tool is handy to have in your arsenal as a way to manage your storage units with smart technology. Stay up-to-date on your facility’s occupancy, receive abandonment reports, and do so much more with this game-changing software designed to upgrade the rental process.

 

Smart technology is here to stay and will only advance as the years progress. If you want to learn more about smart technology and how you can improve your business, contact The Storage Group’s Sales team today by filling out the Request a Demo form today!