OpenTech Alliance Releases Manager Genie: A Mobile Access Control Management App for INSOMNIAC® CIA
Manager Genie simplifies self storage access control management across your properties and provides a seamless app interface to quickly open gates and doors, monitor access events, view tenant account information and more, from any internet-enabled mobile device. Manager Genie is available free of charge on the Apple App Store and Google Play Store now.
West Coast Self-Storage Enhances Security with INSOMNIAC CIA and SmartEye Facility Monitoring
After years of rapid portfolio growth, West Coast Self-Storage felt constricted by its antiquated access control system. They turned to INOMNIAC CIA to gain actionable tenant and facility data and remote oversight of its 119-facility portfolio. See how WCSS upgraded its security and improved onsite support with OpenTech solutions.
Safe Store Upgrades Access Control: OpenTech Alliance Makes Historic Debut in Australasia Self Storage with INSOMNIAC® CIA
OpenTech is pleased to announce the success of the first INSOMNIAC® CIA access control system in Australasia. The implementation of the cloud-based access control system, in partnership with Safe Store, marks a critical moment in the industry’s local technological evolution. “CIA has become a set it and forget it part of our operation — we just don’t think about it. I don’t think we’ve spoken to support now in over a month or more for anything,” said Aaron Alsweiler, CEO of Safe Store.
OpenTech Alliance Announces Synergistic Partnership with Self Storage Construction Leader, Kuboid
OpenTech Alliance is is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Kuboid, a renowned leader in self storage design and construction across the UK and Europe. This collaboration marks a transformative step towards self storage development that drives customer-centric experiences, reinforces security and maximises profits for self storage providers.
OpenTech Alliance Honors FAR West Technologies as Dealer of the Year for 2022
OpenTech Alliance presented FAR West Technologies with the 2022 Dealer of the Year Award during the Self Storage Association 2023 Fall Conference & Trade Show for being the top reseller of INSOMNIAC® CIA access control for self storage in 2022 as an OpenTech Authorized Dealer.
OpenTech Adds Low Cost Indoor Keypad to Enhance INSOMNIAC® CIA Access Control Solution for Self Storage Facilities
OpenTech Alliance recently announced the launch of its latest product, the 504 indoor access keypad. At a price point nearly 20% lower than traditional keypads, this new addition to OpenTech’s cloud-based access control solution, INSOMNIAC CIA, aims to empower self storage operators with unparalleled insights into the movements within their facilities to bolster property security and enable better operational efficiency. The new keypad is in stock and available for order now.
OpenTech Integrates CIA Access Control with Self Storage Manager to Enhance Interoperability
OpenTech Alliance announced a new integration with the latest generation of Self Storage ManagerTM, a cloud-based management software for single and multi-facility self storage operators, and INSOMNIAC® CIA access control. The new integration improves the interoperability of both systems to deliver a streamlined experience for the operator and tenant.
OpenTech Integrates INSOMNIAC® CIA Access Control with Syrasoft Self Storage Software
OpenTech Alliance announced a new integration with Syrasoft Self Storage Software, a leading provider of self storage management software. The integration connects Syrasoft to INSOMNIAC CIA cloud-based access control to enable unique features such as such as Text Me My Code or automated links to make a payment on delinquent accounts. The integration makes it easier for operators to manage facility access through real-time account updates.
National Storage Affiliates Upgrades 600+ Facilities to INSOMNIAC® CIA Access Control
OpenTech Alliance announced self-managed REIT National Storage Affiliates (NSA) has chosen INSOMNIAC CIA as the preferred access control solution for their portfolio across all corporate managed brands. New systems are already in place at 240+ iStorage and SecurCare Self Storage properties, with upgrades slated for an additional 350+ properties, including Northwest Self Storage, in 2023.
OpenTech Integrates INSOMNIAC® CIA Access Control with Storeganise Self Storage
OpenTech Alliance announced a new integration with Storeganise management software, a leading provider of self storage software solutions. The new integration connects Storeganise to INSOMNIAC CIA, OpenTech’s cloud-based access control solution, to instantly sync account updates, increase data capabilities and enable unique features available with CIA to reduce tenant frustration and customer service costs.
Shurgard Upgrades Entire Portfolio with OpenTech Alliance Access Control Solution
OpenTech Alliance and Shurgard Self Storage SA, Europe’s largest owner and operator of self storage centers spanning seven countries, announced that Shurgard has chosen OpenTech’s INSOMNIAC® Centralized Intelligent Access solution as their exclusive access control system. The portfolio-wide upgrade is scheduled to be completed by the end of the year. OpenTech will return to the FEDESSA Conference in Portugal on September 27 – 29 to exhibit their solution.
Red, Yellow and Green Lights: Good for Stoplights, Bad for Self Storage Keypads
Red means stop, yellow means caution, and green means go (or hit the accelerator and hurry up!). The traffic light or stoplight was patented in 1910 by Earnest Sirrine, but we all understand what the colors mean when approaching a stoplight. That is an example of an ideal user experience. Similarly, self storage keypads play a big role in providing an ideal CX for your tenants.
Kingbox Self Storage Automates France Facilities with INSOMNIAC® CIA Access Control
Kingbox Self Storage solves self storage operational challenges across four facilities with INSOMNIAC CIA. The France-based operator leveraged the cloud-based access control system as part of a strategic technology stack designed to support a semi-automated business model. CIA has helped Kingbox automate the day-to-day operations of their facilities to focus on tasks that provided greater value for their business growth goals.
B&C Storage Upgrades Access Control to Support Remote Rentals
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.
Veteran Industry Dealer Expands Partnership and Chooses OpenTech Products
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.
Mid Atlantic Entry Systems Chooses INSOMNIAC® CIA as Their Preferred Self-Storage Access Control Solution
Mid Atlantic Entry Systems Chooses INSOMNIAC® CIA as Their Preferred Self-Storage Access Control Solution October 16, 2018– Phoenix, AZ. OpenTech Alliance, Inc. announced Mid Atlantic Entry Systems, Inc, headquartered in Mechanicsville, Virginia, a field service company that has supported Self-Storage operators with their access control and perimeter security needs for over 28 years has become an OpenTech Channel Partner. Tim Morgan acquired the company […]
Public Storage Selects OpenTech Alliance’s Centralized Intelligent Access (CIA) Solution
Public Storage Selects OpenTech Alliance’s Centralized Intelligent Access (CIA) Solution Phoenix, AZ – July 18, 2018 OpenTech Alliance, the leading developer of innovative technology solutions for the self-storage industry announced Public Storage, the world’s largest self storage operator with over 2,375 facilities, is implementing OpenTech’s cloud based property access control solution, INSOMNIAC® CIA, at 850 locations. […]
Kiosk Helps Independent Storage Owner Raise Occupancy by 13%
PHOENIX, Arizona – February 1st, 2014 –OpenTech Alliance Inc. today announced the notable success of Affordable Self Storage, a Class-A, fully automated property located in Douglasville, Georgia. With over 400 units, occupancy rates in December of 2013 totaled 94%, representing a 13% improvement over the same period last year. Owner Laurence McCoy attributed the surprising […]