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Patchwork Labs Integrates With Self Storage Manager Software

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Integration gives SSM operators a 24/7 AI agent that handles calls, books rentals, and writes activity back into the platform they already run on.

ATLANTA, July 2, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Patchwork Labs today announced its integration with Self Storage Manager (SSM), enabling self-storage operators to deploy an AI-powered voice agent that answers calls, assists customers, books rentals, and automatically synchronizes activity with the SSM platform.

The integration gives Patchwork live access to SSM data so its AI agent, Ava, can act like a trained facility manager on every inbound call. Ava answers 24/7, books rentals, takes payments, retrieves gate codes, and writes leads and notes back into SSM. Beyond the phone, the platform manages operational tasks and vendor coordination, so the work that normally sits on a manager’s desk gets tracked and handled in one place. Operators work from a single source, with no double data entry and no end-of-day reconciliation.

Designed for single and multi-facility operators, SSM offers property management, online rentals, call-tracking, IVR payments, customer portals, business intelligence, and API integrations, backed by 24/7 support across North and South America, Europe, and Asia-Pacific. The integration connects Ava to SSM through an application programming interface (API), so every interaction the agent handles reflects current inventory, pricing, and account data.

With the integration, SSM operators can:

Answer every inbound call 24/7 with a conversational AI agent that knows their properties, tenants, and policies

Recognize tenants the moment they call – the phone number is matched against SSM records, so Ava greets tenants by name and already has their units, balances, and due dates pulled up

Book reservations and rentals directly, with real-time inventory and pricing pulled from SSM

Accept payments and retrieve gate codes during the same call, without routing the tenant elsewhere

Write leads and call notes back into SSM automatically, so the team works from one record

Track operational tasks and coordinate vendors alongside the SSM data the team already relies on

Hand off to store managers or contact-center agents whenever a human touch is needed

“Operators already run their business on SSM. Any AI agent has to work within the system they already trust, not around it,” said Rohan Shenoy, President of Self Storage Manager. “That is what this integration delivers. Ava reads and writes live SSM data, so operators get round-the-clock call coverage and automation without leaving the platform they rely on every day. We are glad to make it available to our customers.”

“The phone is where people think AI starts and stops in this industry, but the calls are only part of what eats a manager’s day. It’s the follow-up tasks, the vendor coordination, the things that never make it into the system until someone remembers to type them in,” said Tyler Harper, Co-Founder of Patchwork Labs. “Running on SSM, an operator gets an agent that handles the call and a platform that carries the task and vendor work through to done, with all of it reflected in SSM. That gives a team back the hours that usually disappear into follow-up.”

About Self Storage Manager
Blue Bell, Pennsylvania-based Self Storage Manager Inc. produces property-management software offering customer-relationship management, call-tracking modules, online reservations and rentals, IVR payments, business intelligence, and API integrations. Its platform is used by operators across the Asia-Pacific region, Europe, and North and South America. Learn more at www.selfstoragemanager.com.

About Patchwork Labs
Patchwork Labs builds operator-grade AI for self-storage. Originally developed inside Homegrown Storage to run a fast-growing portfolio of secondary and tertiary market facilities, Patchwork now powers more than 600 facilities across the country, delivering more than 90% first-call resolution across inbound interactions including payments, gate code requests, unit availability, and delinquency outreach. The platform combines a conversational voice agent (Ava), workflow automation, payment processing, and an operational intelligence layer that connects the phone, the FMS, marketing platforms, and on-site operations into one closed loop. To learn more, visit patchworklabs.com.

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Kontron Launches Two New KBox F-Series Industrial Computers To Bring Greater Flexibility and Scalability to Industrial Edge Computing

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TAIPEI, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Kontron, a leading global provider of IoT/Embedded Computing Technology (ECT), expands its KBox F-Series with the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, two compact industrial computers designed to address diverse requirements in intelligent Industry 4.0, edge computing and industrial IoT applications.

Both systems are powered by 12th, 13th or 14th Gen Intel® Core™ i9/i7/i5/i3 S-Series socket-type processors with a TDP of up to 65 W and support up to 96 GB DDR5 memory, providing a scalable computing foundation for demanding industrial applications requiring flexible performance configuration and long-term deployment.

The KBox F-203-RPS offers two LAN configurations with either two or four GbE ports, allowing customers to select the connectivity level that best fits their applications. The dual-LAN configuration provides an efficient solution for general industrial computing, equipment control and edge applications, while the four-LAN configuration offers additional network connectivity for applications involving multiple devices or network segments, such as machine vision, industrial automation and IoT gateways.

For applications requiring greater system expandability, the KBox F-204-RPS provides one PCIe x16 or two PCIe x8 expansion slots, offering the flexibility to integrate graphics, networking, AI acceleration or other add-on cards according to specific application requirements. With support for up to four 2.5-inch SATA HDDs/SSDs, it also provides extensive storage scalability for data-intensive workloads. These capabilities make the KBox F-204-RPS particularly suitable for industrial edge computing, machine vision, video processing and applications requiring additional functionality or large local data storage.

Together, the KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS enable customers to select the configuration that best matches their requirements, from a slimmer, network-focused industrial computer to a highly expandable edge computing platform.

To learn more about KBox F-203-RPS and KBox F-204-RPS, refer to https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-203-rps/p301099 and https://www.kontron.com/en/products/kbox-f-204-rps/p311867.

About Kontron

At Kontron, we champion IoT and Industry 4.0, by creating secure, state-of-the-art solutions that span hardware, software and services. Our approach speeds market entry, reduces the cost of ownership, and offers longevity, ensuring our role as your trusted partner in the integration of smart technologies. For more information, please visit www.kontron.com, dial +886-2-2799-2789 or email SalesAsia@kontron.com.

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Mouser Electronics Brings Smart Sensing Solutions to PSECE 2026

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MANILA, Philippines, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Mouser Electronics, Inc., the authorized global distributor with the newest electronic components and industrial automation products, announces its participation in the 21st Philippine Semiconductor and Electronics Convention and Exhibition (PSECE 2026) from October 26 to 28 at the SMX Convention Center Manila, Philippines. This event underscores Mouser’s commitment to supporting the region’s growing electronics design community with immediate access to cutting-edge technologies.

Visitors are invited to meet the Mouser team at Booth #110-111 to explore new products and practical design resources. The booth features a live demonstration of Würth Elektronik’s smart sensing and visual indication solutions, integrating environmental and motion sensing with programmable visual feedback and wireless connectivity. This interactive display illustrates how modern devices can detect physical conditions and translate them into clear, immediate visual data, addressing the critical need for reliable intelligence in connected systems.

“As we advance into an era of interconnected intelligence, Mouser remains committed to bridging the gap between cutting-edge components and real-world application,” said Daphne Tien, Vice President of Marketing and Business Development at Mouser APAC. “Our presence at PSECE 2026 underscores our dedication to empowering engineers with the tools they need to innovate. We look forward to fostering a vibrant ecosystem where technology translates into tangible progress for the Philippines and beyond.”

Mouser’s participation highlights its strategic objective to strengthen ties with local partners and accelerate the adoption of advanced semiconductor technologies. By providing a platform for knowledge exchange, the company aims to help design communities turn promising prototypes into practical applications.

Attendees will have the opportunity to gather invaluable insights, learn industry best practices, and connect with professionals from across the region. The booth also features interactive activities where visitors can win premium gadgets and engineering tools, making innovative technology more approachable for everyone.

To learn more about Mouser’s presence at PSECE 2026, visit https://www.mouser.ph/psece-seipi/. 

For more Mouser news and our latest new product introductions, visit https://www.mouser.com/newsroom/.

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Workato Launches Self-Serve Platform in Singapore, Opening Enterprise AI to a Broader Community of Builders

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New offering gives developers, students, and customers access to the full power of Workato’s enterprise-grade engine to build AI agents and MCP servers

SINGAPORE, Oct. 21, 2026 /PRNewswire/ — Workato®, the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI, today announced the launch of a new self-service offering that gives customers, developers, and students across Asia access to the Workato platform to govern and scale their AI initiatives, including building and productionizing AI agents and MCP servers.

Making AI accessible has been at the heart of Workato’s mission the past several years. Through the AI Institute Alliance, unveiled in September 2025, Workato partnered with leading institutes of higher learning across Singapore, including Nanyang Polytechnic, Republic Polytechnic, Temasek Polytechnic, Singapore Polytechnic, Ngee Ann Polytechnic, the Singapore University of Social Sciences, and the National University of Singapore. The initiative equipped students and educators with automation and AI skills.

The AI Lab, which opened a year later, extended that commitment further into the public sector through its partnership with EDB, and into inclusive hiring through SG Enable.

The newly launched self-serve platform will provide users access to:

A free account to start building immediately, with the option to upgrade to a paid plan, no contract required, as projects growThe ability to build recipes, Agents/Genies, and MCP servers directly on the platformThe same governed, enterprise-grade engine that powers Workato’s largest deploymentsA path built for independent developers, students, and small teams, as well as large enterprises

Since launching in 2026 in North America, Workato has seen rapid growth in the builder community. The platform is enterprise grade, but free to get started. As builders solve problems for their business, they can grow by upgrading to a paid plan. With this launch in Singapore, Workato is making an investment in the local builder community.

“The next era of AI won’t be defined by who has access to intelligence, but by who can turn it into action. We’re putting the same enterprise-grade power trusted by the world’s largest companies into the hands of every builder. We want everyone to be able to transform how their business operates,” said Rishi Mallik, Chief Growth Officer, Workato. 

Workato showcased its self-serve platform and broader community initiatives at World of Workato (WOW) 2026 in Singapore.

Builders can sign up now at https://app.trial.workato.com/users/sign_up_trial?utm_content=sg_wow2026.

About Workato

Workato is the leading Control and Execution Platform for Enterprise AI — the neutral platform enterprises trust to put AI to work across their business. Workato unifies data, applications, and processes into a single platform so AI can reliably orchestrate business processes in production at enterprise scale. Built on more than a decade of running mission-critical processes for over half the Fortune 500 — including Nasdaq, Cisco, Vodafone, Atlassian, and Lucid Motors — Workato turns over 17,000 enterprise systems AI needs to act on into one governed execution layer. For more information, visit workato.com.

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