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Three Ways Businesses Can Use Storage Units

27 March 2019 by Roger Hoffman

The accessibility and low cost of storage mean that commercial clients — both large and small — regularly rent out storage units for a range of different functions. Being aware of some of the more common functions and reasons why commercial clients rent storage units can help you figure out if renting a unit is in line with your business' goals.

Document Storage

One of the primary reasons to consider renting a storage unit for your business is to keep important documents in it. While many types of documents are important to have on hand — or even legally required — keeping huge numbers of filing cabinets in your office space is not always a practical solution, especially for smaller businesses that have limited working space. It doesn't make sense to use your expensive office space for storage, and so storing documents off-site is a good way to reclaim your much-needed working space for higher priorities. When choosing to use a storage unit for document storage, make sure that you opt for a climate-controlled unit to reduce the risk of humidity damage, and always make backups just in case. Additionally, when storing sensitive documents, look for storage facilities that have security features like an in-person guard and cameras.

Inventory Storage

Another important reason to consider renting a storage unit as a business is to expand the amount of space that you have for inventory. This allows you to hold onto excess product for a longer period of time, as the costs associated with a storage unit are much less than a commercial property or your main office space. This is perfect for businesses that have seasonal inventory, or if you are expecting to rapidly scale up the size of your business in the near future and simply want easily accessible and expandable space to match your goals.

Organization While Remodeling and Moving

Another key reason to think about renting a storage unit for your business is to stay organized and reduce stress while moving to a new location or renovating your current office space. By moving the majority of inventory, important documents and office supplies off-site, you can ensure that things will not be damaged during the construction process. Furthermore, if you are moving to a new location, keeping items in a storage facility allows you to move at your own pace, which can help keep the new space organized as you get set up instead of dealing with everything all at once on the first day there.

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