Self Storage Tips for Business Owners
A cramped workspace
can make it difficult to find what you need, distracting you from business at
hand, and requiring extra effort to keep things organized. You may have
considered renting additional commercial space, but were shocked by the cost
and loss of valuable time. That’s why, for today’s businessperson, self-storage
is a cost effective and efficient solution.
Essentially, a storage
unit can function much like an extra office. Take advantage of these tips to
get the most of your investment:
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Tip #1: Make a list of all of the items you’ll
be storing in your unit, and keep an ongoing inventory.
Based on this list, you can then determine the amount of
space you will need. It’s easy to forget over time what you’ve taken out
or added to your storage space, so consider keeping a running inventory on a
PDA, laptop or website. This way you can stay organized and easily insure the
items you are storing.
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Tip #2: Consider climate control.
If you are storing computers/computer parts, any sensitive
equipment, important paperwork, pharmaceutical samples, furniture, or anything
else that can be damaged by extreme temperatures, a climate controlled unit is
a must. The additional cost of climate control is nothing compared to the
return on investment.
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Tip #3: Proper packing is key.
Remember to put computers in a box and pack them securely.
Office furniture should be turned on end vertically, and archival documents and
paperwork should be packed in easy-to-stack boxes.
By following these
tips, and working with your Budget Self Storage manager, you will find this
solution to be one that takes the least amount of valuable time away from your
primary tasks.
