A cloud-based, gate access control system can be connected to a self storage facility’s gates as well as doors to any buildings. The older style of gate access requires a computer to be onsite so it can run a copy of the software locally. With this comes issues that are resolved by cloud access control. The following demonstrates why cloud access is a better option. Automatic Updates Cloud access control facilitates instantaneous changes and allows for automatic updates. For example, you can set your gate up to automatically lock out…

The self storage industry has seen an increased demand for tenant facing mobile-apps in recent years, which was only accelerated by the COVID-19 pandemic. However, the benefits of mobile apps aren’t limited to consumers, as operator-facing mobile apps are also important when it comes to improving customer service in several important ways. Customer-facing apps give tenants seamless access to your facility, but an operator-facing facing app is just as crucial for ensuring a frictionless on-site experience. By leveraging cloud-based technology, an operator-facing mobile app gives operators the ability to respond…

Absolute Storage Management (ASM), a leading private, third-party management company for self-storage facilities in the United States, announced operating results for the three months and year ended December 31, 2020. 2020 Highlights for Three Months Ended December 31, 2020: • Increased same-store revenue by 4.2% compared to the same period in 2019. • Reported same-store square foot occupancy of 91% as of December 31, 2020 compared to 87% as of December 31, 2019. • Acquired five (5) management contracts: three (3) operating facilities and two (2) facilities after construction. •…

As businesses continue to recover from the pandemic, attracting new customers is a top priority for many.  At Vivial we often talk about social media’s value and its ability to build awareness and drive engagement with your target audience. But did you know that Facebook Ads are also an excellent tool for increasing conversions and bringing in new leads through your website? Let’s break it down and discuss exactly what a conversion ad is and share examples of how conversion ads can be used. What Is a Conversion Ad Objective?…

Local acquisition of Handy Mini Storage is bringing professional self-storage management to city of Wynne, AR. Wynne Properties Group, LLC purchased this facility for an undisclosed price in mid December 2020. Handy Mini Storage provides non-climate and climate controlled storage units along with uncovered parking to the local community of Wynne, serving the surrounding businesses and neighborhoods. The facility is comprised of 600+ total units totaling 96,350 rentable square feet. Wynne Properties Group, LLC has partnered with Absolute Storage Management (ASM) to provide professional self-storage management for Handy Mini Storage.…

Local acquisition of Walter Hill Storage is bringing professional self storage management to city of Murfreesboro. Local buyers of WH Storage Partners, LLC purchased this facility for an undisclosed price in late December 2020. Walter Hill Storage provides non-climate storage units and uncovered parking to the local community of Walter Hill, serving the surrounding businesses and neighborhoods. The facility is comprised of 360+ total units totaling 43,425 rentable square feet. WH Storage Partners, LLC has partnered with Absolute Storage Management (ASM) to provide professional self-storage management for Walter Hill Storage.…