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Because employment is on the rise and the economy is easing, the stock market is showing promising signs of strength and consumers are feeling better overall. Most indicators are pointing towards economic recovery. There are numerous companies who are feeling this growth and are seeking to expand, although they might be a bit hesitant in making the capital investment. They may find it very hard to invest in additional space until the economy is on more solid footing and credit is more available and accessible.
Besides the obvious real estate savings, there are other savings to be incurred by not moving. For example: the utilities such as heating and air conditioning, water, sewage and electric; Property taxes; Moving; Equipment and Maintenance Personnel are among the main areas.
If you also increase the travel of the lift truck, this will ultimately result in higher fuel expenses, and an accelerated depreciation of the equipment which could lead to increased maintenance costs and additional labor costs.
The process of expansion does not end at warehousing. TFA offers options for office space by using modular office solutions. These solutions consist of: tax benefits, containment rooms, clean rooms as well as flexibility in location.
Portable mezzanines are another great expansion option. 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 alternative for freeing up more valuable floor space can be accomplished by having a mezzanine area on top of your modular office.