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