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Secrets to Auction Success: You CAN Recover More from Your Self Storage Lien Sales

August 20, 2021

Get it sold, write off the debt, and move on to more important things. This used to be the only option for self storage lien sales. That is no longer the case with your delinquent units. With the growth of online storage auctions, a wealth of bidder behavior data has revealed proven tactics for greater auction success. You CAN recover more debt from your lien sales if you follow a few simple, data-backed best practices.

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Self Storage Legislation Update Part 3: New Changes to Lien Laws

July 20, 2021

See new changes to self storage legislation in Texas and Louisiana that impact lien laws. Don’t add the liability of a wrongful lien sale to your storage operation. Read the article today to learn what changes have been passed into law and how they will impact your self storage business in 2021 and beyond.

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Customer Acquisition Self Storage Marketing Services Available for Operators

June 22, 2021

OpenTech Alliance announced the launch of Customer Acquisition Services (CAS), a robust new line of comprehensive digital marketing and e-commerce solutions now available to self storage operators. With a team vested in self storage and over 30 years of experience delivering data-backed results, CAS is primed to help operators of all sizes grow their operation, optimize lifetime tenant value and increase net revenue.

OpenTech Alliance Closes Acquisition of Adigma, LLC

May 18, 2021

OpenTech Alliance announced on April 9 formal intentions to acquire Adigma, LLC, a leading digital marketing and technology company in Lehi, UT. The transaction closed on May 1 and the company announced the addition of a Customer Acquisition Services (CAS) department, a new line of comprehensive digital marketing and e-commerce solutions now available to OpenTech customers.

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Self Storage Legislation Update Part 2: More Changes to Your Self Storage Lien Laws

April 27, 2021

Legislative efforts are currently in motion in more than half the nation’s states that may impact self storage lien laws. Stay up-to-date on critical changes that impact your self storage business to avoid the risks associated with a wrongful lien sale. Read more for upcoming changes that will impact operations in Alabama, Kansas and Virgina.

OpenTech Alliance Signs Letter of Intent to Acquire Adigma, LLC

April 9, 2021

OpenTech Alliance has entered into an agreement to acquire Adigma, LLC, a leading digital marketing and technology company in the Silicon Slopes tech hub of Utah. The transaction is projected to close in the next 45 days. The principals at Adigma have notably contributed to the success of industry leaders like Extra Space Storage (EXR), National Storage Affiliates (NSA), SmartStop and more.

How will storage auctions online change with these new storage lien laws in select states? Read more below | OpenTech Alliance

Self Storage Legislation Update: Changes to Your Self Storage Lien Laws

March 31, 2021

Legislative efforts are currently in motion in 27 states that may impact self storage lien laws. With the risks associated with a wrongful lien sale, it is critical to understand what efforts are in place and how they will impact your self storage business. Read more for upcoming changes that might apply to your state.

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Self Storage Security Systems: Extra Space Invests in INSOMNIAC® SmartEye

January 20, 2021

OpenTech Alliance announced a strategic partnership with Extra Space Storage to reduce security threats at high-risk facilities. INSOMNIAC SmartEye, OpenTech’s highly effective security solution that leverages artificial intelligence and professional monitoring services to detect, intercept and prevent crime, has played an integral role in reducing incidents at these locations.

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How Metro Self Storage Uses Online Storage Auctions & Review Services

January 13, 2021

StorageTreasures, LLC expanded their relationship with Metro Storage LLC (dba Metro Self Storage) to refine and reduce risk at every stage of the lien sale process. The veteran company has conducted auctions online since 2015 and leveraged an auction review service to minimize lien sale liability for nearly 10 years.

B&C Storage Upgrades Access Control to Support Remote Rentals

December 17, 2020

OpenTech Alliance helped growing operator B&C Storage upgrade access control across their portfolio with INSOMNIAC CIA. With a varied portfolio that offers every type of storage and a changing business model that favors remote management from a central location, they needed an access control solution that could help them deliver a seamless customer experience.

OpenTech Makes Security Monitoring Affordable for Storage Operators of All Sizes

November 19, 2020

OpenTech Alliance announced expanded INSOMNIACTM SmartEye security services with a new highly-affordable self-monitoring package.With monthly monitoring costs starting at just $25 per monitored camera, storage operators are now able to protect their employees, tenants and assets with the help of remote video access and active incident alerts.

Veteran Industry Dealer Expands Partnership and Chooses OpenTech Products

October 16, 2020

OpenTech Alliance has expanded the OpenTech Authorized Dealer program to include kiosks and access control. International Controls & Equipment (I.C.E.), Michigan’s largest gate operator reseller serving the Metro Detroit area, received their Authorized Dealer certification this year and have already begun reaping the benefits of the program.

OpenTech Adds Water Sensor Integration to IoE Platform

October 7, 2020

OpenTech Alliance announced a new water sensor integration for their intelligent platform of smart-connected self storage solutions, the OpenTech IoE (Internet of Everything). The new integration helps operators find water leaks on their storage property to prevent significant damage to their facility and loss of customer goodwill from the destruction of tenant belongings.

Canadian Operator Spacious Storage Innovates the Customer Experience with Access Control

August 12, 2020

OpenTech Alliance announced the installation of INSOMNIAC CIA access control at Spacious Storage, a Canadian operator among the first to adopt the cloud-based system. Having purchased the system before COVID-19 hit, Spacious Storage is now counting their blessings.

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Storage Operator Invests in Kiosks to Safeguard Operation Long-Term

July 31, 2020

OpenTech Alliance has partnered with Maryland-based Self Storage Services, Inc. over the past 10 years to ensure they’re always open for business. The product that has proven vital to their operations during the current pandemic, and one they anticipate will be key to future success, are OpenTech’s INSOMNIACTM self-service kiosks.

Northwest Self Storage Creates Seamless Lien Enforcement Process with StorageTreasures.com

July 22, 2020

OpenTech Alliance helped Northwest Self Storage reduce operational inefficiencies to create a seamless lien enforcement process with StorageTreasures.com. Since the company started using online auctions in 2017, they’ve not only seen great returns, but have also leveraged StorageTreasures to reduce the number of units that go to auction at all.

Go Store It Mitigates Added Auction Liability from Multi-State Expansion with StorageTreasures

June 19, 2020

OpenTech Alliance helped relative newcomer Go Store It avoid auction liability during a multi-state expansion with StorageTreasures.com. Founded in 2017, Go Store It had an aggressive plan for growth throughout the southeast, tripling in size over the course of 12 months. With auctioneers licensed in all 50 states, ST helped them stay avoid liability from lien laws.

OpenTech Donates $50,000 to Self Storage Association Foundation in Honor of the Knuppe Family

June 15, 2020

OpenTech Alliance announced that is has become a Platinum Sponsor of the Self Storage Association Foundation (SSAF) thru its $50,000 donation to the SSAF Scholarship fund in honor of Jim Knuppe, his wife Bobbie and son Michael. This gift seeks to honor the Knuppe Family’s long-standing commitment to making dreams come true.

Storage King USA Leverages Suite of OpenTech Technology & Automation Services to Support Rapid Expansion & Post COVID Operation Resiliency

June 5, 2020

OpenTech Alliance has partnered with Storage King USA as part of an aggressive strategy to expand their portfolio to 200 facilities by the end of 2021. Storage King noted that technology will play a significant role in their plans for future growth and changes to their daily operations amid the new contactless environment.

The Power of Partnership: Simply Self Storage Creates the Ultimate Customer Experience with OpenTech’s INSOMNIAC® Products + Services + Apps

May 29, 2020

OpenTech Alliance helps nationwide provider Simply Self Storage deliver on its promise to provide the best service possible. Simply’s long-standing partnership with OpenTech Alliance has allowed them to confidently test new technologies as they hit the market – including the company’s access control system, INSOMNIAC CIA.

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