OpenTech Alliance, the PropTech in self storage, announced the completion of its acquisition of SAM Systems B.V., a Netherlands-based developer of smart lock technology. With the acquisition complete, OpenTech has accelerated the anticipated rollout of INSOMNIAC® TapLock™ from Q1 2027 to mid-December 2026.
Robert Chiti, CEO of OpenTech Alliance, said, “SAM Systems was founded by a self storage owner, so it’s no shocker that TapLock is affordable, easy to install and has a service fee that only applies when a unit is occupied. We felt everything about the lock was innovative, and we knew we had to have it.”
He also added, “People are already used to tapping their phones to pay at the pump, shop and go about their day. It’s only natural that tenants increasingly expect that same convenience when accessing their storage units. We’re excited to help operators meet that demand with NFC technology customers already know how to use.”
Developed specifically for self storage, TapLock employs Near Field Communication (NFC) technology to deliver a simple, keyless access experience. Tenants can unlock their units with a tap of their smartphone using OpenTech’s Storage Genie® mobile app, eliminating the need for physical keys or access codes. Operators with their own mobile apps can also integrate OpenTech’s software development kit (SDK), allowing tenants to access TapLock-equipped units through their existing app.
TapLock also eliminates the need for additional sitewide network infrastructure, reducing installation complexity and costs. TapLocks are designed to be easy to install so managers can add them to a vacant unit as they prepare it for rental.
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