OpenUnit
OpenUnit, based in Toronto, Canada, provides a comprehensive self-storage management solution, offering tools ranging from online presence and reservations to accounting and enterprise security features.
Company Overview
OpenUnit is a Toronto-based company operating in the B2B sector, specifically targeting the operations sub-industry. With a team of five and a fully remote work culture, the company is part of the Winter 2020 Y-Combinator batch. OpenUnit provides modern, flexible self-storage management solutions designed to improve the operations of self-storage facilities.
Services
OpenUnit offers a comprehensive suite of tools and solutions for self-storage facilities. Their services include a powerful online presence, reservation system, merchant solutions, and management software. They provide team management and communication tools to facilitate easy message sharing among co-workers and between storage facilities and head offices. Payment and point-of-sale software support all card types, enhancing in-store purchase capabilities. Accounting and bookkeeping tools are also provided to manage sales, cash flow, taxes, and reporting efficiently.
Features
OpenUnit's platform includes a variety of features designed with usability, performance, and security in mind. The software supports customer relationship management with features like rich customer profiles, text and email messaging, digital signatures, and lease agreement templates. Marketing solutions include free website hosting, SSL certificates, online reservations, payments, discounts, promotions, and SEO management. Team chat and employee management tools are available, featuring real-time group chats, DMs, custom to-do lists, and more. Enterprise security is ensured with two-factor authentication, encrypted PII, and compliant document storage.
Funding and Support
OpenUnit has secured significant investment to fuel its growth. The company raised $150,000 in pre-seed funding from Y Combinator and closed a $1 million seed investment round with investments from Garage Capital, Advisors Fund, and Insite Property Group. Additionally, OpenUnit participates in startup programs by Amazon Web Services, Amplitude, Segment, SendGrid, Stripe, Twilio, and Heroku, and is a member of the Self Storage Association (SSA) and the Canadian Self Storage Association (CSSA).
Regions and Accessibility
OpenUnit operates across regions including Canada, America, and remote locations, providing a fully remote, web-based platform. Users can create accounts or log in to access services, with features for password reset and confirmation instruction resending also available.