Automated self-storage reservation and management system

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United States of America Patent

PATENT NO 8571901
APP PUB NO 20060206342A1
SERIAL NO

10087193

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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.

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U-HAUL INTERNATIONAL INC2727 N CENTRAL AVENUE PHOENIX AS 85004

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Inventor Name Address # of filed Patents Total Citations
Bierman, Chris Avondale, US 1 12
O'Connor, Dennis Mesa, US 12 154
Royer, Bruce Cave Creek, US 2 56
Shoen, Edward J Phoenix, US 12 218

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