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The economy is easing and employment is on the rise, the stock market is showing several indications of strength, which has helped to enhance the overall feelings of the consumer. Most indicators have been pointing towards an economic recovery. There are lots of businesses who are feeling this growth and are seeking to expand, though they may be a little hesitant in making the capital investment. They might find it hard to invest in additional space until the economy is on more solid footing and credit is more available and accessible.
There are other savings to be incurred by not moving besides the obvious real estate savings. For example: the utilities like sewage, electric and water, heating and air conditioning; Moving; Property taxes; Maintenance Personnel and Equipment are a few of the main areas.
Also, if you incorporate increased travel for lift machines, this obviously results in much higher fuel costs, accelerated depreciation due to increased usage, which leads to increased maintenance expenses and additional labor costs.
The process of expansion does not end at warehousing. TFA offers alternatives for office space by using modular office solutions. These solutions include: containment rooms, tax benefits, flexibility in location and clean rooms.
Another great expansion option is portable mezzanines. These could be used to hold modular offices as well as provide vertical space for items located on the ground floor. Newly acquired extra floor space could then be utilized for product storage as well. One more alternative for freeing up more valuable floor space can be created by having a mezzanine area on top of your modular office.