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As employment is on the rise and the economy is easing, consumers are feeling better overall and the stock market is showing promising signs of strength. Most indicators are pointing towards economic recovery. There are numerous companies who are feeling this growth and are seeking to expand, though they may be a bit hesitant in making the capital investment. They might find it very hard to invest in additional space until the economy is on more solid ground and credit is more available and accessible.
There are other savings to be incurred by not moving other than the obvious real estate savings. Like for example: the utilities such as air conditioning and heating, sewage, electric and water; Property taxes; Moving; Maintenance Personnel and Equipment are amongst the main areas.
Also, if you incorporate increased travel for lift equipment, this obviously results in much higher fuel costs, accelerated depreciation due to increased usage, which results in increased maintenance costs and additional labor costs.
The process of expansion does not end at warehousing. TFA provides alternatives for office space by utilizing modular office solutions. These solutions include: tax benefits, containment rooms, clean rooms as well as flexibility in location.
Portable mezzanines are another great expansion option. These can hold modular offices together wild providing vertical space for things. Newly acquired extra floor space could then be used for product storage also. One more alternative for freeing up more valuable floor space can be created by having a mezzanine area on top of your modular office.