Tenant Inc. has released two new product features for its Hummingbird property management software. Designed to address common operational challenges, Mobile Manager and Auction Manager can enhance productivity, streamline delinquency management, and reduce compliance risks. Mobile Manager, the mobile companion to Hummingbird, solves these challenges by providing an integrated, mobile-first solution for field managers. Its key features include overlock management, auction preparation, offline task management, and enhanced accuracy and compliance. Auction Manager was created to simplify the auction process while ensuring compliance and accuracy. Auction Manager provides auction scheduling, cut lock and inventory management, audit tracking, auction sale and payment processing, and modification and cancellation. It will soon offer integration with Storage Treasures for online auction publishing and sales tracking. For more information or to schedule a demo, visit www.tenantinc.com.

In February, MSM introduced MSM PLAY, a new page on its website that houses all the industry’s top webinars and podcasts in one place. By visiting the site, listeners can find the best of the best in self-storage media, including The AJ Osborne Show, GabFocus, Q&A With Jim & Jim, The Self Storage Lab, Self Storage Legal Chat, The Self Storage Talk Show, The Storage Investor Show, and Storage Stories. Podcasts are categorized by current and past episodes, with a backlog that will continue to be updated to include more. It is searchable by show, host, guest, topic, and date. MSM PLAY will be updated weekly to keep up with new podcast content. Visit MSM PLAY at www.modernstoragemedia.com/podcasts.

Catalyst Power Holdings, an integrated provider of cleaner energy solutions for the commercial and industrial sector, is partnering with Sunny Side Storage LLC to develop rooftop and ground solar systems at their facilities in Ware, Mass. The solar projects will produce approximately 800,000 KWh of clean energy for the community annually. Commercial and industrial solar represents an essential strategy for Massachusetts to achieve the state’s ambitious clean energy goals. Massachusetts offers businesses significant opportunities through programs like SMART (Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target) and commercial tax incentives that make solar development attractive for commercial property owners. Catalyst Power offers a range of cleaner energy solutions for Massachusetts businesses, eliminating upfront costs, including custom-priced retail energy service, Connected Microgrid^® solutions, battery storage, demand response, and more. Each service allows businesses to earn immediate savings, generate revenue, meet sustainability goals, and ensure energy resilience. For additional information, visit catalystpower.com/contact-us/.

Go Mini’s has targeted Hartford, Conn., for its next wave of growth, with plans to expand into communities throughout the area. With the demand for portable storage solutions rising, Go Mini’s is seeking franchisees to join its growing network and serve the Hartford market, where numerous territories are currently available. Franchisees benefit from a comprehensive support system, including access to a proprietary operating platform and protected territories. As part of its 2025 growth strategy, Go Mini’s is exploring innovative ways to optimize its trucks and containers, aiming to set new standards within the portable storage industry. The brand has also rolled out enhanced marketing initiatives to solidify its reputation as a leader in the sector. Visit www.gominisfranchise.com for more information.

SmartStop Self Storage has launched its new SmartStop Self Storage Mobile App. Available for download free of charge on iOS and Android devices in the Apple and Google app stores for tenants of all SmartStop locations across the United States and Canada, the app is designed to provide convenience and flexibility, allowing customers to manage their storage experience directly from their smartphones. Key features include the ability to manage accounts, remotely open gates and doors, and rent new storage units. By streamlining these processes, SmartStop continues prioritizing a seamless and user-friendly customer experience. From online account management to touchless access features, the app empowers users with tools to make their storage experience more efficient and intuitive.

Tenant Inc. and TractIQ have formed a strategic partnership to transform data access and insights for self-storage operators. This partnership introduces cutting-edge tools to enhance efficiency, foster innovation, and maximize operational value for Storelocal, Hummingbird, and TractIQ customers. By integrating TractIQ’s advanced data platform with Tenant Inc.’s Hummingbird property management software and MSM’s premium content, this partnership empowers operators to streamline operations, make smarter decisions, and deliver unmatched value to customers. Operators using Hummingbird and Storelocal members will enjoy a preferred partner discount for TractIQ’s advanced data platform. TractIQ customers will receive a one-year digital subscription to MSM’s Messenger, as well as a discount on its other products. Additionally, the TractIQ-Hummingbird integration will provide operators with advanced portfolio insights, including market pricing, portfolio demographics, and market change alerts.

SkyView Advisors recently launched the SkyView Property Value Estimator, a new online tool designed to instantly provide self-storage property owners with a preliminary valuation of their assets. Developed to streamline the valuation process, the platform provides property owners with immediate insights into their asset’s market value. Accessible at Skyviewadvisors.com/Skyview-Property-Value-Estimator, the tool only requires a few key property details to generate a preliminary valuation in seconds.

In February, after a massive winter weather front generated tragic and intense flash flooding, U-Haul initiated its disaster relief efforts for impacted residents in Kentucky, Tennessee, and Indiana. During the flooding, countless homes sustaining water damage and numerous communities experienced power outages and impassible roads. A total of 29 U-Haul facilities offered 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box^® container usage. The participating properties were located across Kentucky (18), northern Middle Tennessee (9), and southern Indiana (2).

Absolute Storage Management (Absolute) now manages over 150 self-storage facilities encompassing over 70,100 units and more than 9.2 million square feet. They are located throughout 15 states: Alabama, Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Missouri, Mississippi, North Carolina, Ohio, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Virginia. Most notably, Absolute still manages five of its portfolio’s original 10 properties from its formation more than 20 years ago. Additionally, Absolute is the only self-storage management company in the nation to hold the Accredited Management Organization (AMO) designation awarded by the Institute of Real Estate Management.

West Coast Self-Storage has launched its new West Coast Self-Storage App. Available to customers of all its locations, the free app can be downloaded from the Google Play Store or the Apple App Store. With the West Coast Self-Storage App, customers can easily pay their bills, manage their accounts, and open facility gates and doors right from their mobile devices. This user-friendly interface streamlines the storage process, making it easy to keep track of monthly payments and gain secure access to units.

Hearthfire Holdings recently announced a strategic partnership with CubeSmart. Under this agreement, CubeSmart has taken over the management of Hearthfire’s portfolio of 15 self-storage facilities. The collaboration is intended to improve customer satisfaction. The transition covers 13 existing properties across Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, and Pennsylvania, as well as two pending acquisitions. As part of the initiative, several facilities will undergo upgrades, including expansions at locations in LaPorte and Plymouth, Ind. CubeSmart will also oversee Hearthfire’s upcoming development projects in Harrisonburg, Va.; Romulus, Mich.; and Whitehall, Pa.

Storage Asset Management (SAM) announced that 252 of its managed stores were honored with the Reputation 800 Award from Reputation.com. This recognition demonstrates SAM’s commitment to customer satisfaction, brand trust, and operational excellence. The Reputation 800 Award is a distinguished accolade presented to businesses that achieve the highest online reputation and customer engagement standards. It is awarded to businesses that consistently collect, analyze, and implement consumer feedback. Winners demonstrate excellence in review sentiment, social engagement, business listing accuracy, and overall responsiveness to customer feedback. This allows them to make data-driven decisions that enhance customer interactions and service quality. By earning this distinction, SAM-managed stores have demonstrated a commitment to excellence and a proactive approach to customer engagement.

Prorize recently released Self Storage Revenue Optimizer™ (SSRO™), a mobile app that enables operators to gain real-time access to critical KPIs, monitor store performance, and make data-driven decisions. Prorize’s SSRO mobile app can improve the process of setting, adjusting, and monitoring rental rates by delivering visibility and control to self-storage executives. The SSRO mobile app enhances decision-making capabilities, allowing executives to monitor move-ins, move-outs, inventory, and occupancy rates in real time; track street rates, promotions, and existing customer rate increase impacts for dynamic pricing strategies; and quickly identify overperforming and underperforming stores for immediate action. Integrating seamlessly with Prorize’s cloud-based Self Storage Revenue Optimizer, the mobile app leverages advanced AI and machine learning to forecast demand, optimize pricing, and drive revenue growth. For additional details, visit www.prorize.com.

J. J. Keller & Associates, Inc. now offers virtual reality training in its J. J. Keller^® Training online solution. Accessible with a compatible virtual reality (VR) headset, this new training format allows learners to navigate realistic simulations of safety and compliance situations they may encounter in their jobs. Customers can enroll learners in VR courses and track their performance in the J. J. Keller^® Training solution alongside online E-Learning, streaming video, and classroom program formats. Customers can also use J. J. Keller’s standard training enrollments on VR training. Key advantages to VR training include improved engagement and retention, “freedom to fail,” convenience for remote and off-site employees, cost-effectiveness, and more. J. J. Keller offers 16 VR training programs. To learn more and take a free trial, visit demo.jjkellertraining.com/training-options/virtual-reality-training or call (800) 327-6868.

The Shriners Children’s Texas hospital in Galveston, which has been the beneficiary of the Texas Self Storage Association’s charitable fundraising efforts for the last 24 years, recently honored the TSSA with a newly installed engraved plaque outside of the Quiet Mobility Room on a patient services floor of the hospital. The engraved plaque is displayed in honor of TSSA’s longstanding commitment for raising funds to help support the children at Shriners. TSSA representatives then presented the hospital with a $179,694.05 check for its 2024 fundraising efforts, bringing the association’s lifetime donation total to $2.71 million.

Janus International Group, Inc., was recently acknowledged by Amazon Web Services (AWS) at the AWS re:Invent conference for successfully migrating its award-winning Nokē Smart Entry system to the AWS platform. Sanjay Khinvasara, executive vice president and chief engineering officer of Nokē, presented at the exclusive executive roundtable at re:Invent regarding the Nokē migration and the resulting performance improvements. Nokē’s selection for this prestigious event was based on a rigorous evaluation process, considering the overall transformation strategy, detailed qualification criteria, and the significant achievements resulting from Nokē’s migration. The selection highlights the innovative approach taken during the migration and the corresponding improvements that were realized. This successful migration has delivered substantial improvements in performance, scalability, and security, resulting in a significantly enhanced user experience for both facility owners and end-users. The presentation highlighted key achievements, including significant performance improvements, enhanced scalability and reliability, strengthened security, and business value realization.

Storage Authority LLC has released two free resources for self-storage developers and investors: Navigator Report and 12 Proven Keys to Self Storage Development Success. Navigator Report provides guidance and actionable data designed to help developers with self-storage feasibility and site selection. It offers insight into population growth, rental rates, land availability, and competitive saturation. 12 Proven Keys to Self Storage Development Success discusses things to avoid during the development phase and highlights ways to maximize a project’s revenue potential. To obtain these resources, contact Kevin Harless at Storage Authority at Kevin@StorageAuthority.com.

Storagely and swivl recently announced their partnership. The collaboration provides Storagely Professional-tier customers with access to premium swivl features to help them boost online rentals, improve operational efficiency, and enhance tenant interactions at no extra cost. swivl’s AI-powered tools work seamlessly with Storagely’s search-optimized websites, offering a streamlined rental experience through features like Unit Connect integration. This integration enables prospective tenants to select units via chat and proceed directly to checkout, eliminating friction and expediting conversions. Other partnership features include AI-powered web chat, 500-plus pre-built workflows, CRM and lead management, FMS integrations, global and local knowledge graph, and location-based permissions.

StoreEase has launched Ease.AI™, an AI platform designed to enhance operational efficiency and customer service in the self-storage industry. This AI software manages both office and call center interactions, ensuring an always-available, frictionless experience for improved efficiency and customer satisfaction. Ease.AI is designed to streamline customer interactions by proactively engaging with customers, advanced call grading, automating routine tasks, and optimizing facility management. It not only responds to customers’ needs but also anticipates them. Additionally, StoreEase has introduced its new Virtual Counter^® powered by Ease.AI, which delivers a combination of automation, personalization, and cost savings for self-storage operators. The newly designed and enhanced Virtual Counter powered by Ease.AI allows operators to provide live and proactive customer service at a fraction of the cost of traditional staffing.

Noah Starr, CEO of TractIQ and author of Messenger’s monthly column “Stats By Starr,” released a new video on finding quality self-storage acquisition opportunities. This walkthrough video breaks down key factors and criteria for identifying strong opportunities, covering topics such as the demographic data to consider when selecting a potential property, how construction data should be considered when identifying opportunities, and how to use facility data filters to analyze opportunities. The video can be accessed at tractiq.com/identifying-acquisition-opportunities.

The Northeast Self Storage Association (NeSSA) has been working with Kure It Cancer Research ahead of its upcoming 2025 Northeast Storage EXPO to raise money for a grant in Charlie Fritts’ name. A decades-long member, supporter, and volunteer of his local self-storage associations, Fritts was serving as NeSSA’s president during his passing in August of 2024. He also fought against cancer earlier in his life and was a supporter of Kure It’s mission. In recognition of his kind and selfless demeanor, the board is raising money for a research grant in his name. The goal is to raise $75,000, which will allow the grant to be named after Fritts. The grant will then be given to a research facility located in the northeast to study underfunded cancer. NeSSA is donating 10 percent of the goal ($7,500). Donations can be made through May 31, 2025, with a live fundraising event happening May 15 during the EXPO at Foxwoods Resort Casino. Checks can be made out to Kure It, Inc. and sent to 1300 Quail Street, Suite 104, Newport Beach, CA 92660. Please include “Charlie Fritts Fund” in the memo line. For more information about the Northeast Storage EXPO and to join the live fundraiser, visit www.NeSSA.org/EXPO.

Forge Building Company has continued its nationwide expansion. It now managing projects in 31 states, including Alaska and Hawaii. The company attributes its growth to its unwavering commitment to quality, innovation, and continuous improvement. To stay at the forefront of industry trends, Forge Building Company offers customers a variety of options for designing or upgrading self-storage facilities to enhance profitability. These options range from traditional drive-up units and multistory facilities to climate-controlled spaces and adaptive reuse projects, such as converting offices or big-box stores into storage units. The demand for pre-engineered metal buildings (PEMBs), flex space, RV/boat canopies, and high-end storage condos for boats and RVs is also on the rise. Additionally, Forge has continued to excel with its standing seam and roll forming roofing solutions. With these diverse solutions, investors can tailor their storage model and mix based on budget, location, and community needs.

On Feb. 22, Pennsylvania State Police began investigating a theft at D.M.D. Mini Storage in Penn Township in Snyder County. Police said the stolen items belonged to the 90s rock band known as The Spin Doctors and included musical instruments worth about $12,930. According to the investigation, the theft occurred sometime between Nov. 1, 2024, and Feb. 22, and included a JCM 100-Watt Marshall Amplifier valued at $2,500, a vintage Vox AC-30 amplifier valued at $5,000, and a vintage Fender 2×2 Speaker Cabinet valued at $1,000. The Spin Doctors came to national attention in the early 1990s with the songs “Two Princes” and “Little Miss Can’t Be Wrong” from their album “Pocket Full of Kryptonite.” Those songs hit the Billboard Hot 100 chart at No. 7 and No. 17, respectively. This January, the group released “Still a Gorilla,” its first single in over a decade.

Vantiva has launched the Condor 5G Fixed Wireless Access (FWA) home gateway at Mobile World Congress 2025, a platform designed to deliver exceptional indoor 5G connectivity, with performance approaching that of outdoor units. Aimed at tech-forward homes and businesses, the Condor 5G builds on its predecessors, the Cobra 5G and Falcon 5G, elevating in-home wireless experiences with cutting-edge innovations and a sustainable design. Vantiva’s engineers introduced several key innovations to the Condor 5G to address spectrum efficiency challenges while enhancing performance, including the near-window form factor, Indoor5G™ 180-degree antenna system, RuralBoost™ technology, 8 receive antenna capability. The Condor 5G is built with advanced components to ensure durability and future readiness for both consumers and operators over the next five years. Its features include 3GPP Release 17 Modem Technology, Dual-Band Wi-Fi 7 (BE7200), and NaviGate Companion™ App. In addition, sustainability was prioritized in the Condor 5G, which incorporates features like halogen-free PCBs, optional use of recycled resins, and a fanless passive cooling solution to reduce environmental impact. For more information, visit vantiva.com.

Everbrite Coatings recently announced that U-Lock Mini Storage has joined its Top Operator Program. U-Lock Mini Storage, a self-storage operator with several Class-A facilities in Western Canada, is now able to restore their facilities in-house with Everbrite. By training its internal teams on the Everbrite Restoration System process, U-Lock can keep its facilities looking great while enjoying the cost savings of in-house operations and efficiencies. Its roll-up doors are protected against UV rays, which make doors faded and chalky, and salt splash when de-icing driveways, which is an issue during Canada’s winters. Visit www.everbritecoatings.com for additional details.

John Gilliland, CEO of the York, Pa.-based Investment Real Estate Group of Companies (IREGC), was named a 2025 ICON Honoree by the Central Penn Business Journal. The accolade celebrates his leadership and lasting impact on the self-storage industry. Gilliland accepted the award alongside fellow honoree Scott Weaver, president and CEO of APR Supply.

Under Gilliland’s leadership since 1998, IREGC has evolved into one of the nation’s most diversified self-storage firms, ranking among the Top 50 operators. The York-based company oversees 80 facilities under its Moove In Self Storage brand and employs over 100 professionals. A lifelong advocate for mentorship, Gilliland co-founded a Vistage Group in 2006, a peer network for chief executives, where he forged a friendship with fellow honoree Scott Weaver. The two bonded over shared passions: building thriving company cultures, motorsports, and fitness. Weaver also serves on IREGC’s board of advisors.

StorageDefender Inc. has released WMP 3.5, the latest enhancement of its widely-deployed Web Management Portal (WMP) and software platform. It is designed to provide self-storage operators with improvements focused on deeper facility automation, visibility, and incident management, all while further driving tenant satisfaction and revenue. WMP 3.5, part of the third-generation platform launched in September 2024, enhances Smart Units, Smart Zones, and incorporates +VisualVerify, among other new features. This enterprise-grade platform provides centralized facility management, giving operators greater control and efficiency across all locations. New features in WMP 3.5 include +VisualVerify integration, advanced incident escalation and management, multi-facility management and user access control, and enhanced Smart Zone solutions. For more information, visit www.storage-defender.com.

Self-storage tenant insurance provider Cornerstone Insurance Producers has rebranded as Alchemy Insurance Solutions. According to a press release, the name change reflects the company’s evolution and commitment to providing customized solutions to its clients. Like changing ordinary metal into gold, the company turns challenges into opportunities, which makes Alchemy a fitting name. Although the brand identity is changing, Alchemy stated that all core aspects of the company remain unchanged. Founded in 2011, Lancaster, Pa.-based Alchemy is a licensed insurance agency and third-party claims administrator specializing in self-storage tenant insurance. It serves thousands of facilities nationwide and processes more than 8,000 claims annually.

Five self-storage software brands (SyraSoft, DoorSwap, Storage Commander, Space Control, and Domico) have partnered up to create SC Navigator, a cloud-based SaaS platform built to streamline self-storage operations. Although Storage Commander managed the other four brands, they each operated independently; now, they will operate as one under the product name SC Navigator. Benefits of SC Navigator include cloud-based convenience, seamless automation and growing list of integrated vendors, hands-on training and dedicated support team, scalability, and real-time insights and reporting. Additional details can be found at www.storagecommander.com/navigator-landing-page.

Following a powerful weather system in March that produced deadly tornadoes, fires, flooding, and wind damage across several states, U-Haul made 366 company stores available to help storm victims with 30 days of free self-storage and U-Box container usage. The storms destroyed homes and property–and in some cases communities–while the tornado outbreak was responsible for at least 40 casualties. Many families remain without power and face a long rebuilding process. Access to dry and secure self-storage units and portable storage containers can assist communities during the clean-up process. Participating facilities were located in Alabama, Arkansas, Georgia, Kentucky, Mississippi, Missouri, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Tennessee.

Go Mini’s has established an exclusive national account partnership with College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving, a moving and junk removal franchise. This strategic alliance will provide Go Mini’s customers with loading and unloading services, while College HUNKS’ clients will gain access to top-tier storage solutions across the country. With nearly 90 percent of College HUNKS franchises not currently offering storage, this partnership positions Go Mini’s as the go-to storage provider for thousands of additional customers. Whether for residential or commercial needs, clients now have a one-stop solution that simplifies the moving and storage process, eliminating the need to coordinate with multiple service providers. For more information about Go Mini’s, visit www.gominis.com. For more information about College HUNKS Hauling Junk & Moving, visit www.collegehunkshaulingjunk.com.

CallPotential Lead Manager has announced that it is operating under a new name. Now known as Storable CRM, all its features and its functionality have remained the same. Moreover, the same support is available from Storable. The new name captures the essence of how the product is used daily: a go-to customer relationship tool for the self-storage industry. More than just managing leads, Storable CRM centralizes, tracks, and automates customer interactions, enabling more smarter marketing and better conversion rates. In addition, CallPotential Contact Center is now Contact Connect. Storable CRM customers can create customized call routing routines across multiple facilities with Contact Connect, formerly known as Contact Center. This new name better reflects the flexibility to manage customer interactions across a network of multiple sites. With the optional Contact Connect add-on, Storable CRM users can handle a high volume of inbound inquiries with ease and efficiency. For current customers, no action is needed to continue using these two products.

Calcumate recently acquired Mini Storage Calculator. Launched in 2013 by Florida-based NetViper Interactive Inc., Mini Storage Calculator served as a simple tool for storage operators to help their customers estimate space needs. Current customers of Mini Storage Calculator include 1800-PACK-RAT and PODS Canada. The acquisition forms part of Calcumate’s strategy to expand its reach and bring its industry-leading sizing solutions to more operators worldwide. Existing Mini Storage Calculator customers will be transitioned to Calcumate, gaining access to expanded features, enhanced support, and Calcumate’s cutting-edge technology. The Mini Storage Calculator platform will remain operational during the transition to ensure uninterrupted service. Calcumate is currently trusted by over 5,000 storage facilities in more than 30 countries to increase user engagement and conversion rates.

In a strategic move, Trachte Building Systems has acquired MakoRabco, thus uniting two highly respected brands and creating new opportunities to better serve customers and strengthen industry leadership. Trachte Building Systems, along with its Trac-Rite Door Division and MakoRabco, will continue to operate under their established brands, ensuring continuity in service and expertise. Each company remains dedicated to delivering exceptional value to its unique customer base and market segments. The combined organization offers a comprehensive range of self-storage solutions, including single-story (climate-controlled and non-climate-controlled), multistory facilities, boat and RV storage canopies, doors and hallway systems, and micro-storage solutions. With end-to-end capabilities, the companies provide full-service support throughout the project lifecycle, from site layout and design to engineering, manufacturing, project management, and erection services.

SmartStop Self Storage REIT is set to raise up to $972 million through an IPO on the NYSE, transitioning from over-the-counter trading and targeting a market value in excess of $1.8 billion. According to its SEC filing, the Ladera Ranch, Calif.-based firm plans to offer 27 million shares at a price range of $28 to $36 each. The company owns and operates 208 self-storage facilities in the U.S. and Canada, primarily in MSAs across 22 states and three provinces in Canada. Its portfolio consists of 208 owned or managed properties, comprising approximately 148,275 units and 16.7 million net rentable square feet. Founded in 2013, the REIT ranked No. 11 on Messenger’s 2024 Top Operators list and booked $237 million in revenue for the 12 months ended Dec. 31, 2024. It will list on the NYSE under the symbol SMA. J.P. Morgan, Wells Fargo Securities, KeyBanc Capital Markets, BMO Capital Markets, Truist Securities, Baird, Stifel, National Bank of Canada, Raymond James, and Scotia Capital are the joint bookrunners on the deal.

swivl has announced a strategic integration with Cubby (www.cubbystorage.com), a self-storage platform for facility, revenue, and call management. With this integration, Cubby users can now take advantage of swivl’s seamless AI-driven customer engagement capabilities, enabling storage operators to automate routine inquiries, enhance lead capture, and optimize call center efficiency. The combination of Cubby’s robust facility and revenue management tools with swivl’s conversational AI platform empowers operators to deliver frictionless, 24/7 customer support while increasing operational productivity. Key benefits of the Cubby-Swivl integration include AI-powered customer support, automated lead capture and engagement, and enhanced operational efficiency. swivl’s AI technology ensures that tenants always receive quick, accurate, and personalized responses, freeing up human agents to focus on complex or high-priority customer needs. For more information, visit www.tryswivl.com.

Effective April 22, 2025, PTI Security Systems will discontinue the EasyCode tenant-facing mobile app. All active users will transition to the new StorID mobile app, and EasyCode will be removed from both the iOS and Android app stores. There will be no further development of the EasyCode app, as StorID will be the only app available for tenants. StorID is a more modern tech solution that was designed to enhance the tenant experience. It utilizes the latest technology for improved speed and future scalability and seamlessly integrates with PTI’s range of access control and security solutions, offering a wider array of features compared to older mobile apps. StorID is available to download now; tenants can log in using their existing EasyCode credentials. StorID offers next-generation Bluetooth connectivity for seamless access, enhanced and customized notifications for tenants and operators, intuitive user interface with instructional animations, comprehensive facility and unit access logs, and additional in-app branding opportunities for operators.

Self-storage businesses across the Isle of Wight, an island county in the English Channel, are joining forces to prevent criminals from storing counterfeits and illicit goods at self-storage facilities. Called the “Tick Box Scheme,” this national program was designed to keep criminals out of self-storage facilities by providing storage facilities with a voluntary code of practice to verify customers’ identities and the intended use of storage units. Since its introduction in 2020, self-storage businesses, including Barn Store, Cowes Movers, Isle of Wight Removals and Storage, and InnerSpaces Self Storage, have used the Tick Box Scheme to keep their premises safe from illegal activity. Tick Box is a free partnership between local Trading Standards, the Intellectual Property Office, and the Self-Storage Association UK. It For more information about joining the scheme, visit tick-box.org.uk.

DaVinci Solutions has introduced its latest patent pending innovation, The G.O.A.T. (Gate Operator Access Technology). Designed to eliminate the complexity and high costs of traditional gate systems, The G.O.A.T. integrates three pieces of hardware into one, offering 10 times the power at one-tenth the cost. The G.O.A.T. combines advanced cellular-based technology into a single, powerful unit, thus eliminating unnecessary equipment. With no app or WiFi required, facility owners can provide seamless, secure, and user-friendly gate access to tenants and employees. Visit www.davincisolutions.com for additional details.

White Label Storage, a third-party management company, has partnered with StorageReach, the self-storage industry’s first review generation software, to scale customer reviews across its management portfolio. StorageReach’s automation platform streamlines the review generation process, making it a natural fit for White Label Storage’s management model, which utilizes the latest technology to optimize facility operations. StorageReach automates review collection and reputation management for owners and operators; White Label Storage will utilize their platform into their management services to deliver more customer reviews to their clients. Benefits of the partnership include more positive reviews at a faster rate, higher search rankings, and increased trust and brand perception. Visit whitelabelstorage.com or storagereach.com for more information.

SafeLease, a risk management provider for self-storage facilities, has launched its nationwide self-storage commercial property and general liability program. Through SafeLease’s use of in-house underwriting, servicing, and reinsurance, the program offers lower premiums for property owners. SafeLease provides Tenant Protection and Insurance to over 2,800 self-storage facilities, thus gaining insights into the commercial insurance needs of self-storage owners and operators. SafeLease’s commercial insurance offerings include building coverage at replacement cost, up to 18 months business income, commercial general liability limits up to $2 million, equipment breakdown, terrorism, sale and disposal legal liability, and flood. The program is also incredibly flexible, offering a wide range of deductibles, policy limits, and coverage options. To learn more, visit www.safelease.com/commercial-insurance.