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United Rentals adds new access management functionalities to its mobile app

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The new capabilities add to the United Rentals ecosystem of digital tools that enable users to complete equipment and rental tasks from a mobile device. United Rentals

United Rentals has introduced new equipment access management capabilities within the United Rentals mobile app. These changes are also supposed to create an updated rental experience.

The new capabilities add to the United Rentals ecosystem of digital tools that enable users to complete equipment and rental tasks from a mobile device.

Manage equipment access

Permissioned users can view equipment access PIN codes within the mobile app to better ensure equipment productivity and safety.

Browse equipment and specifications.

Users can browse the entire United Rentals equipment catalogue and scan product specifications and descriptions.

View custom pricing and reserve equipment

Teams can view account-specific pricing and checkout with fewer clicks. 

Monitor real time equipment data

Users can track usage and location tied to the industry's largest telematics-enabled fleet of equipment. 

The features are available to those with a digital profile with set permissions.

"The new access management functionality and improved rental experience deliver on safety and productivity capabilities that our customers have requested," said Tony Leopold, senior vice president of strategy and digital at United Rentals. "Our team is continuously innovating our digital tools so our customers can make sound equipment decisions and take speedy action that keeps projects moving forward."

The United Rentals Mobile App won a 2023 Engage Award, presented by Acquia. The award recognized United Rentals for its focus on digital customer engagement.

The United Rentals Mobile App is free and compatible with Apple iOS and Android devices. It can be downloaded from the Apple iOS and Google Play stores.

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