Extra Space Storage Signs AT&T to Link Offices

SALT LAKE CITY, Nov. 29  /PRNewswire/ -- AT&T today announced it has won a two-year, $1 million contract from Extra Space Storage Inc. to provide voice networking services. Extra Space Storage recently acquired Storage USA, making it the second largest self-storage operator in the United States, with more than 630 properties in 34 states.

AT&T networking services have enabled the company to improve operational efficiency and customer service while providing an estimated 45 percent savings.

"When we acquired Storage USA, we sought AT&T's help to streamline communications between our offices and also handle the increase in customer calls," said Bill Hoban, SVP and Chief Information Officer for Extra Space Storage. "AT&T has provided continued quality of service and top-notch customer support, and has helped us realize tangible cost savings."

About Extra Space Storage Inc.

Extra Space Storage Inc., headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust that operates over 630 self-storage properties in 34 states including Washington, D.C. The Company's properties comprise more than 400,000 units and 43 million square feet rented by over 330,000 tenants. The Company is the second largest operator of self storage in the United States. Additional Extra Space Storage information is available at http://www.extraspace.com/.

About the New AT&T

AT&T Inc. is one of the world's largest telecommunications holding companies and is the largest in the United States. Operating globally under the AT&T brand, AT&T companies are recognized as the leading worldwide providers of IP-based communications services to business and as leading U.S. providers of high-speed DSL Internet, local and long-distance voice, and directory publishing and advertising services. AT&T Inc. holds a 60 percent ownership interest in Cingular Wireless, which is the No. 1 U.S. wireless services provider with more than 52 million wireless customers. Additional information about AT&T Inc. and AT&T products and services is available at http://www.thenewatt.com/.

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