About OpenTech Alliance
Technology solutions and automation services exclusively designed for the self storage industry.
Self Storage Technology Solutions Trusted for Over 20 Years
The PropTech Leader in Self Storage
Self storage isn’t just what we do — it’s all we do. OpenTech Alliance is the leader in automation, call center and online auction services for the self storage industry. We help owners and operators increase productivity, profitability and customer satisfaction with innovative technologies designed from the ground up for the self storage industry.
From Pioneer to PropTech Leader
OpenTech was started by Robert A. Chiti in 2003 in his garage, when he purchased a patent for a self-service system that rented self storage units and processed customer payments. It was a simple piece of paper — no software, no hardware, no service offering. With limited funding but a sound technology and service concept, Robert and his team successfully built the company from the ground up into a global self storage solutions provider. Skip ahead to a word from our founder →
OpenTech acquires majority stake in StorageTreasures, North America's top self storage auction platform, now managing StorageTreasures.com. In 2018, they expanded with StorageStuff.bid.
With backing from Public Storage, OpenTech pioneers the first cloud-based access control solution for self storage: INSOMNIAC CIA (Centralized Intelligent Access), empowering operators to manage single or multiple properties remotely.
OpenTech introduces INSOMNIAC SmartEye for pre-emptive security monitoring via AI, machine learning and a Virtual Security Team.
OpenTech moves to a larger office space to accommodate its growing team. Now with a dispersed staff over 200+ employees strong, the company houses over 120 team members at its corporate location in Phoenix, Arizona.
OpenTech unveils the industry's first OpenTech Experience Center. Operators can explore firsthand how its solutions benefit storage businesses - watch now to see what's inside.
OpenTech commemorates 20 years in self storage tech with a look back at the people that helped build their success. From garage startup to global self storage solutions provider, the company supports more than 17,000 facilities worldwide.
A Word from Robert A. Chiti, OpenTech's Founder & CEO:
“We will continue to listen to our customers and partners to help us develop new innovative solutions to help self storage operators run their businesses. We are committed to be a company you can trust and want to do business with. We thank you for your trust and partnership over the last 20 years and look forward to what’s to come. Thank you for taking the time to learn more about our company.”
Meet Our Leadership Team
Backed by 200+ Years of Self Storage Experience
OpenTech is led by a team of individuals with significant experience and skills in the self storage industry, technology and corporate management. Meet the team that leads the support of your self storage solutions.
Robert A. Chiti
Mike Connolly
Join Our Growing Team & Industry
One Vision. One Team. One OpenTech.
We are committed to always “Doing It Right” — building a company we can be proud of that attracts quality employees, partners and customers.
Committed to Kaizen
We are committed to continuous improvement, or "Kaizen." In addition to ongoing feedback, we provide an onboarding program to help prepare you for your role.
Work/Life Balance
We are genuinely dedicated to what we do and how we do it — and give 110% every day. But we know that many of life's most important moments happen outside the office, and we strive to put the needs of our people first.
Extensive Benefit Plans
We offer many health and dental plans as well as long and short term disability insurance with some plans 100% employer paid.
Potential for Growth
We love to promote from within. We are invested in your future, and want you to advance with us in your career.
Give Back
We value giving back to our community and industry — from partnering with Charity Storage, a self storage non-profit, to supporting several local causes important to our employees.
Social Committee
Our social committee likes to have fun! They are a creative bunch that weekly puts efforts towards team-building activities that make us smile.
Facility-Ready Technology Integrations
OpenTech will always offer an open technology ecosystem — it’s why “open” is in our name. Our solutions serve you better when you can choose the technology that fits your facility best. Our solutions are preconfigured to work with several of your favorite software providers so you’re ready to go from day one. If you don’t see what you want, ask about our open API.
Partner with OpenTech Alliance
At OpenTech, we’re committed to your self storage success. Your dedicated Business Development Manager (BDM) is on-hand to learn your business and share how our solutions can boost your performance. Reach out to your Customer Success Manager (CSM) anytime for assistance with account issues or to maximize the value of our self storage solutions.
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Industry Trusted
Now that you know a bit more about us, we would love to get to know you. Feel free to drop us a note and say hello, or call us at: 800.481.7459.
