OpenTech Alliance, the global PropTech leader in self storage, today announced the release of its 2026 Self Storage Data White Paper. The 2026 release marks the 15th edition of its annual analysis of tenant behavior and property data across its global network of facilities.
Available in a limited print run at the Inside Self Storage World Expo, operators can pick up a complimentary copy at the OpenTech booth (#639). A digital version of the white paper will be released the following week.
Built from data across more than 15,000 self storage facilities, the 2026 white paper gives operators a clear view into how tenants interact with their properties and how those behaviors can be used to improve day-to-day operations, staffing decisions, and overall site performance.
This report is designed to help operators make more informed decisions about how they run their business. It connects tenant behavior directly to operational outcomes, giving teams a clearer path to improve efficiency, meet customer expectations and drive stronger performance across their properties.
The findings highlight how operators are using data to adjust staffing models, expand self-service options, and better align operations with how tenants actually use storage facilities today.
What really excites me about this paper is how it turns everyday moments—rentals, payments, gate access—into useful insights. These aren’t just numbers on a page; they’re clear signs of what customers want and how we, as operators, can keep improving. Whether it’s adopting hybrid staffing models or adding smart automation, the data helps us create facilities that serve people on their terms, while also improving performance and profitability.
Be among the first to access the complimentary 2026 Self Storage Data White Paper at the Inside Self Storage World Expo, where a limited number of printed copies will be available at the OpenTech booth. The digital version will be released the following week at opentechalliance.com.