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Frequently Answered Questions
1. What if I am out of town, how can I monitor activity in my building?
2. This sounds like a lot of work for my residents, and some of them are not very computer savvy, will Apartment Pilot work for them as well?
3. Given recent global events, we are very concerned about security, how does Apartment Pilot software address these important issues?
4. What if my computer crashes, will I lose all my valuable data?
5. What kind of minimum computer requirements are necessary to run Apartment Pilot software?
6. How do I install Apartment Pilot software?
7. Do I have to pay for updates to keep Apartment Pilot software current?
8. I’m new to the area. Can Apartment Pilot software help me find a dry cleaner?
9. I’ve always been frustrated by how repairs are processed in my building, can Apartment Pilot software help?
10. Package deliveries have always been a problem in our building. How can Apartment Pilot software help us?
11. My building is too small for Apartment Pilot software.
12. My building is too big for Apartment Pilot software.
13. How do I know this person at my door really works for my building?
14. I’m not going to be home when the cable guy comes by, how do I let my building manager know its okay to let him in?
15. Why can't I edit my PTE (Permission to Enter) form?
16. We just bought a new car. Can I register this information with building management using Apartment Pilot software?
17. It’s important for our company to present a consistent image to our clientele. Can we customize Apartment Pilot software with our logo?
18. How much do you charge for your software?
19. What kinds of buildings use Apartment Pilot software?
20. Who uses Apartment Pilot software?

1. What if I am out of town, how can I monitor activity in my building?

All Apartment Pilot software is web based. With your user name and password, the software is accessible from any internet enabled computer, at any time, anywhere in the world.

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This sounds like a lot of work for my residents, and some of them are not very computer savvy, will Apartment Pilot work for them as well?

Apartment Pilot software is very intuitive and easy to learn, and although we encourage residents to use our software, it is not completely necessary. Building staff or management can easily enter information, make requests, or book online on behalf of the resident. Training options are also available through Apartment Pilot.

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Given recent global events, we are very concerned about security, how does Apartment Pilot software address these important issues?

We utilize the latest in secure website technology to guard against any technological attack. In fact, our website uses the same 128-bit security your bank uses. We also offer photographic verification, not only for visitors to the building, but also for staff working within the building. Our secure user name and password requirements ensure only those persons authorized to use the software are able to, and that the right people have access to the right information. The online permission to enter form allows building management tighter control over who is in their building. The ability to track security card access and key fob numbers further enhances building security. Our digital signature pad allows the capture of signatures forensically (Permission to Enter forms, package delivery, etc.) and are actually admissible in courts of law.

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What if my computer crashes, will I lose all my valuable data?

No. One of the benefits of using a web-based software solution like Apartment Pilot is that your data resides on a secure offsite server that is backed up regularly. To further guard against data loss, your information is also stored on multiple redundant servers. Because none of your information is stored on your computer, your data is completely protected from any computer crashes, viruses, or even theft.

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What kind of minimum computer requirements are necessary to run Apartment Pilot software?

The web-based nature of Apartment Pilot software means the only requirement necessary is a current internet web-browser that supports 128-bit encryption. Current versions of Internet Explorer, Firefox, Netscape or even Safari are all fine, although we do recommend using the latest version of Internet Explorer.

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How do I install Apartment Pilot software?

There is nothing to install! The web-based nature of Apartment Pilot software means there is never anything to install on your computer. Simply log on to our secure website using your assigned credentials and you are using Apartment Pilot software.

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Do I have to pay for updates to keep Apartment Pilot software current?

No. Your annual subscription price includes all software updates and enhancements. One of the benefits of using web-based software applications like Apartment Pilot is that updates are applied to our web servers and are available immediately to the entire subscription population.

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I’m new to the area.

Can Apartment Pilot software help me find a dry cleaner? You bet. Apartment Pilot software features an online neighborhood directory. This directory is usually set up by building management and is a listing of shops and services in close proximity to your building. Many of the shops and services are suggested by other people living in your building, or by building management.

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I’ve always been frustrated by how repairs are handled in my building, can Apartment Pilot software help?

Yes! Apartment Pilot software features an online maintenance request system. You can make a request for repair and then track its progress through the system. Both management and residents have a clear view to what is going on. A history of past repairs and fixes are kept so problem areas can be identified. The visibility to the process and the ability to track the progress of the repair makes living in an Apartment Pilot building worry and care free.

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Package deliveries have always been a problem in our building. How can Apartment Pilot software help us?

Apartment Pilot software has an available package delivery module. Management can notify residents when packages have arrived via email alerts, notices on the home page of Apartment Pilot software, and through an optional “Mail Room Monitor” – a large LCD computer screen which can identify, at a glance, which suites have deliveries ready for pick up. In conjunction with electronic signature capture, photographic resident verification, and bar code scanning of packages, you can rest assured the packages are going to the right person and that the packages will never be lost.

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11.

My building is too small for Apartment Pilot software.

Apartment Pilot software is suitable for all sizes of buildings. We have clients with as few as 4 suites and some with over 400 suites. The software is completely scalable making it just as useful for small building as big ones. Our unique pricing structure makes Apartment Pilot software affordable for everyone.

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12.

My building is too big for Apartment Pilot software.

Apartment Pilot software is being used by some of the largest property owners in North America. Apartment Pilot software has the ability to create a pyramid-like structure from the executive office to the resident caretaker's suite. With multi-level rights assignments it's easy to give whatever level of access and visibility is required.

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How do I know this person at my door really works for my building?

Apartment Pilot software features a complete listing of all staff employed by your building. With management able to upload photos of the staff, you can rest assured this person is authorized to be in your building.

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I’m not going to be home when the cable guy comes by, how do I let my building manager know its okay to let him in?

With Apartment Pilot software you have the ability to fill out an electronic “Permission to Enter” form which is automatically sent to building management. It only takes seconds to fill out. Permission to enter forms can be assigned specific dates and times, can require the person to show identification, and can be filled out wherever there is an internet connection. Just think, you could have your phone line repaired while on holidays in the Bahamas!

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15.

Why can't I edit my PTE (Permission to Enter) form?

For security reasons and to keep the database of information intact, PTE forms can only be cancelled. Each PTE is assigned it's own unique tracking number, this allows accurate audit trails of activity to be recorded. If the wording or any other detail is changed on a PTE it becomes null and void and a new PTE must be created.

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16.

We just bought a new car. Can I register this information with building management using Apartment Pilot software?

Yes! With a few mouse clicks, and in just a few minutes, building staff and management will instantly be aware of your new information on record. If your building allows pets, they are handled in much the same way.

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It’s important for our company to present a consistent image to our clientele.

Can we customize Apartment Pilot software with our logo? Yes, with our available Corporate Branding module, the Apartment Pilot software experience can be customized to reflect your unique brand.

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How much do you charge for your software?

Apartment Pilot software is an effective, affordable and easy way for any sized building or development to have their own, customizable, internal website. For as little as $5 per door per year, you can enhance your living experience. For additonal pricing information click here.

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What kinds of buildings use Apartment Pilot software?

Apartment Pilot has a software solution to suit just about any kind of residential building or development. Rental apartment buildings, residential owner occupied towers, strata corporations, condo developments, townhouse complexes, and even gated communities utilize Apartment Pilot software.

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Who uses Apartment Pilot software?

Simply put, anyone who wants to enhance the living experience! Apartment Pilot software is used by property managers, rental building owners, rental building managers, strata corporations, condominium boards and real estate developers, and others. Click here for an introduction to Apartment Pilot software.

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