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Patent No.:
Date of Patent:
Oct. 29, 2013
Filed:
Feb. 28, 2002
Edward J. Shoen, Phoenix, AZ (US);
Bruce Royer, Cave Creek, AZ (US);
Chris Bierman, Avondale, AZ (US);
Dennis O'connor, Mesa, AZ (US);
Edward J. Shoen, Phoenix, AZ (US);
Bruce Royer, Cave Creek, AZ (US);
Chris Bierman, Avondale, AZ (US);
Dennis O'Connor, Mesa, AZ (US);
U-Haul International, Inc., Phoenix, AZ (US);
Abstract
An automated self-storage reservation and management system is disclosed. The system enables customers to make a reservation for a self-storage unit, view a map for a storage facility, enter or update customer information, make a payment, view payment history and print receipts. Facility personnel can utilize the system to manage inventory and client accounts, generate reports, track sales, vacancies and delinquencies. The automated system preferably includes a communications feature that enables facility personnel to communicate with each other or with customers regarding customer accounts. Upon the occurrence of a predetermined event, the system automatically generates notices to customers or facility personnel.