TOPICS

Decide if self-storage is the right business for you by examining the feasibility and due-diligence process. Topics include pitfalls to avoid, when to walk away from an investment, report contents and more.

Examine the challenges and considerations for self-storage conversion projects, including how to balance the functional and aesthetic to maximize rentable space and return on investment.

Learn the essentials of self-storage site layout including key engineering and design principles. Topics include land features that affect design, zoning issues and how to estimate for maximum square footage.

Learn about the modern materials and techniques being used today by savvy self-storage designers and developers to create great-looking facilities with the best possible value.

Explore the must-have technology tools every self-storage operator should use, why they’re important and how they impact the daily operation of a facility. Match the right tools for your needs.

Learn about advanced technology tools and add-ons that can improve self-storage customer service and overall productivity, such as automation, mobile devices, phone technology and more.

Explore ways to maximize your self-storage technology outlay, including strategies for getting staff and customers on board and guidelines for general maintenance. You’ll also learn how to measure ROI.

Gain insight to the state of the mobile-technology market as it relates to apps, their current benefits and how they’ll likely impact the self-storage industry.

In this seminar, you’ll learn ways self-storage facility managers can contribute to the financial health of their property, including accurate record-keeping, handling receivables, cost-cutting and more.