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Employment is on the rise and the economy is easing, the stock market is showing some 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 are many businesses who are feeling this growth and are seeking to expand, though they may be a bit hesitant in making the capital investment. They may find it 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 instance: the utilities like heating and air conditioning, sewage, electric and water; Moving; Property taxes; Equipment and Maintenance Personnel are among the main areas.
Furthermore, if you incorporate increased travel for lift equipment, this obviously results in much higher fuel costs, accelerated depreciation due to increased usage, that leads to increased maintenance expenses 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 and clean rooms.
Another great expansion option is portable mezzanines. These could be used to hold modular offices as well as offer vertical space for items situated on the ground floor. Newly acquired extra floor space can then be utilized for product storage also. One more alternative for freeing up more valuable floor space can be accomplished by having a mezzanine area on top of your modular office.