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Employment is on the rise and the economy is easing, the stock market is showing some 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 many companies who are feeling this growth and are seeking to expand, though they might be a little hesitant in making the capital investment. They might find it hard to invest in additional space until credit is more accessible and available and the economy is on more solid ground.
There are other savings to be incurred by not moving other than the obvious real estate savings. For instance: the utilities like electric, water and sewage, air conditioning and heating; Property taxes; Moving; Maintenance Personnel and Equipment are amongst the main areas.
Furthermore, if you incorporate increased travel for lift machines, this obviously leads to much higher fuel expenses, accelerated depreciation due to increased usage, that leads to increased maintenance costs 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 comprise: containment rooms, tax benefits, flexibility in location and clean rooms.
Portable mezzanines are another great expansion alternative. These could hold modular offices together wild offering vertical space for items. Newly acquired extra floor space can then be utilized for product storage also. Another option for freeing up more valuable floor space could be done by having a mezzanine area on top of your modular office.