{"id":4927,"date":"2023-11-09T14:57:50","date_gmt":"2023-11-09T14:57:50","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/?p=4927"},"modified":"2023-12-06T07:01:07","modified_gmt":"2023-12-06T07:01:07","slug":"smart-access-technology-a-self-storage-revolution","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/smart-access-technology-a-self-storage-revolution\/","title":{"rendered":"Smart-Access Technology: A Self-Storage Revolution"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><!-- VideographyWP Plugin Message: Automatic video embedding prevented by plugin options. --><br \/>\n<img loading=\"lazy\" class=\" wp-image-4928 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Noke_2023-11_LSS-Article_Header.jpg\" alt=\"\" width=\"555\" height=\"308\" srcset=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Noke_2023-11_LSS-Article_Header.jpg 1600w, https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Noke_2023-11_LSS-Article_Header-660x365.jpg 660w, https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Noke_2023-11_LSS-Article_Header-1536x852.jpg 1536w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 555px) 100vw, 555px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">There\u2019s a revolution taking place all over the world \u2013 a smart revolution. We are increasingly using smart devices for everything from food shopping to job interviews to following our favorite sports teams. And nowhere is this revolution more obvious than in the world of self-storage. Smart access is changing the way owner-operators do business, it\u2019s overhauling the tenant experience, and it\u2019s revolutionizing the entire self-storage industry, creating many more opportunities for increased revenue.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Smart solutions utilize cutting-edge technology to create a self-storage experience that benefits both owner-operators as well as tenants. From Bluetooth electronic locks and access control systems to the latest in surveillance and alarm setups, to virtual site tours and online reservations, smart solutions are no longer just premium luxuries. They are here to stay, and your customers will pay a premium for this additional level of assurance and convenience.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4930 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Janus_pic1.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"555\" height=\"338\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">All this revolutionary technology may seem a bit daunting at first, but after exploring how smart technology can work for you and your\u00a0tenants, how easy it is to implement and manage, and how it can positively affect your bottom line, you\u2019ll see why smart solutions are indeed revolutionizing the way we do business in the self-storage world.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-large;\">What Smart-Access Technology Means for Tenants<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">People look for convenience in every aspect of today\u2019s world, and smart technology gives them just that in their search for a self-storage facility. Let\u2019s look at the benefits from a\u00a0tenant\u2019s perspective:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4931 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/Janus_pic2.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"315\" height=\"420\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>ONLINE FACILITY SHOPPING<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 80% of online shopping begins with a smart phone, so it\u2019s crucial to have a smart device-friendly website that can do it all for potential tenants. Virtual site tours, pricing info and online reservations are must-haves. A strong online presence also reduces barriers such as requiring tenants to come to your facility to sign documents or receive their gate card and unit keys. If they can complete the journey to a sale through your website, you\u2019re truly using technology to your advantage.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><strong><em>FACILITY ACCESS WHEN THEY NEED IT<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 24-hour access is a tenant necessity in today\u2019s world. People require the ability to visit their unit day or night, on their schedule. A smart- access solution such as the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.janusintl.com\/products\/noke\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nok\u0113 Smart Entry system<\/a><\/strong><\/span>, a revolutionary Bluetooth electronic lock and total access control system that allows your customers to easily access their self-storage facility and their unit from their smart device, makes this process much easier for tenants. They<\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">\u00a0can open the facility gate through their smart phone, eliminating the step of dealing with a freestanding keypad. They can also say goodbye to keys with a simple tap of a button on their facility\u2019s app. In addition, users can be added to their account, ending the problematic practice of code-sharing. This technology makes for a safer and more convenient experience for tenants.<\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>ACCOUNT ACCESS WHEN THEY NEED IT<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 24-hour access doesn\u2019t simply refer to the facility and unit. People also require access to their account on their time, whether to make changes and update information, or to pay rent. And if their payment is late, they can get unit access restored without having to involve a manager. Having access to a well designed app gives them all the freedom they require, without having to work around facility office hours.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-large;\">What Smart-Access Technology Means for Owner-Operators<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Smart-access technology is truly changing the game for owner-operators. Implementing smart solutions is the perfect way to increase revenue as well as the safety and security of a facility, improving the experience for both operators and tenants alike. There is a myriad of advantages that save time and money, and can make your business much more profitable:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>SAFETY AND SECURITY<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 having a more secure perimeter to your facility is the first line of defense, and incorporating smart solutions with regards to surveillance and access control is a great way to start. Utilizing the services of a proven company <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">such as <\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><a href=\"https:\/\/accesscontrol.tech\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Access Control Technologies<\/strong><\/span><\/a> <\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">will<\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"font-size: medium; font-family: Lato, 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; color: #222222;\">\u00a0ensure you have the latest tools to prevent unwanted visitors from entering your facility, and to deter theft and vandalism.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-image-4932 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/janus_pic3.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"555\" height=\"372\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">As discussed earlier, Nok\u0113 smart locks make life easier for tenants, but they also help operators in a variety of ways. First, smart locks are more secure than traditional physical locks, reducing instances of break-ins. An added theft-deterrent is that every unit will look exactly the same, whether it\u2019s occupied or not, giving any would-be thief no information and discouraging their attempts to breach any particular unit. And many smart solutions include motion and thermal sensors, alerting owners as well as the authorities of any unusual activity throughout the site.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Smart access also means owner-operators will know exactly who is inside the facility at any given time, and any notifications of illegal or questionable activity can alert both owners and the authorities at a moment\u2019s notice.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>AUTOMATED PROCESSES<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 having more time for revenue generating tasks is the goal of every facility owner-operator, and smart solutions can streamline many every-day processes, creating more opportunities to increase their bottom line. For instance, the typical manager spends 6-10 hours per week managing locks. With smart solutions, lock checks can be automated, and can take place every minute of every day if needed. Managers can also deny or renew unit access automatically, without having to visit any particular unit. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">And when it comes to auctions, not only is it easier to follow lien laws, timelines and eligibility, but gone are the potential injuries that come with using power tools to remove locks, meaning no safety hazards for employees and no damage to the unit door.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><img loading=\"lazy\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-4933\" src=\"https:\/\/listselfstorage.com\/us\/industry-insights\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/11\/janus_pic4.png\" alt=\"\" width=\"344\" height=\"360\" \/><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>CUSTOMIZED STAFFING<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 another way to reduce operational costs is through managing sites remotely. This doesn\u2019t necessarily eliminate on-site staffing, which is an important part of opening a facility, both to welcome tenants and engage with the community. But once occupancy stabilizes, a staffing team can move on to the next project. This also helps during slow times of a given month or year, and still enables tenants to rent units and onboard through the facility\u2019s website, and also allows sites to be monitored 24\/7 with access control technology while decreasing office hours. <\/span><\/span><\/span><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\">Another staffing benefit of smart solutions is that it allows for easy multi-site management. By leveraging technology, online portals can be used to monitor multiple facilities, see new reservations, and complete tasks automatically that used to require physically walking a site. This increases productivity while keeping costs down. And this freedom enables managers to visit several sites per day if needed or utilize their time for revenue generating productivity instead of simply sitting in an office.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><strong><em>INCREASED REVENUE<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 One tremendous advantage of smart-access solutions is the boost to an owner-operator\u2019s revenue. A premium can be charged for smart solutions, and studies show that tenants are more than willing to pay for the convenience of these high-end offerings. This results in higher occupancy and increases positive word-of-mouth via online reviews. And since smart technology improves security and reduces break-ins, tenants and owners alike can see reduced insurance premiums due to the added safety and security of the facility. Contact your <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.janusintl.com\/about\/sales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nok\u0113 sales rep<\/a><\/strong><\/span> to see the return on investment for your facility by adding Nok\u0113.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\"><span style=\"font-size: x-large;\">The Time to Utilize Smart Technology is Now, Before Your Competitors Do<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">As the title of this article states, smart-access technology is a true revolution in the self storage industry. Investing in your business by understanding the needs of today\u2019s tenants not only helps generate more revenue today, but it also sets you up for success in the future as technology advances even further.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Utilizing the technology of the <span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.janusintl.com\/products\/noke\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Nok\u0113 Smart Entry system<\/a><\/strong><\/span> is a sure way to create a self storage experience that benefits owner-operators as well as tenants, enhancing the experience for everyone and assuring you\u2019ll be at the forefront of the industry for years to come.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-size: medium;\"><span style=\"color: #222222;\"><span style=\"font-family: Lato, Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;\">Reach out to the smart-access technology experts at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.janusintl.com\/about\/sales\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><span style=\"text-decoration: underline;\"><strong>Nok\u0113<\/strong><\/span><\/a> for more information.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>There\u2019s a revolution taking place all over the world \u2013 a smart revolution. We are increasingly using smart devices for everything from food shopping to job interviews to following our favorite sports teams. And nowhere is this revolution more obvious than in the world of self-storage. Smart access is changing the way owner-operators do business, it\u2019s overhauling the tenant experience, and it\u2019s revolutionizing the entire self-storage industry, creating many more opportunities for increased revenue. 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