Choosing the right storage for your business needs

So you started your business, and it’s doing far better than anyone expected. Congratulations! But now you can no longer fit everything into your garage or spare room. Perhaps it’s time to think about taking out business storage. Whether you’re a solo start-up or an established trader, business storage units are a great way to free-up space, streamline operations, and save your toes from being stubbed against your dad’s old lawnmower. But how do you go about choosing the right storage for your business needs? Let’s break it down into the main considerations.

Why business self-storage?

Imagine a work environment that’s as well-organised as a librarian’s bookcase. Business storage units can help you get there. By placing non-priority documents, stock, and equipment into a secure unit, it’s possible to boost productivity and reduce stress. This can be a hugely beneficial service for a wide range of businesses, whether they’re based online or have a physical store that’s no longer large enough to meet requirements.

Don’t forget, as businesses grow, so do their storage needs. Take it as a sign you’re doing things right.

Archive document storage

If your business handles a large number of physical documents, it’s a good idea to choose a storage facility tailored specifically for this purpose. While you could package up all your documents into a blank box and dump them in the corner of a regular self-storage unit, the chances are you’ll regret this later. Instead, opt for a business storage space with suitable racking and shelves. Though you probably won’t need the majority of these documents on a day-to-day basis, this ensures they can be easily retrieved whenever you need them.

Our document storage facilities at MORE! are particularly handy with boxes for sale if you need them, monitored CCTV, and the latest smoke and fire detection systems.

Stock storage

For retail businesses, managing fluctuating inventory levels throughout the year can be a logistical nightmare. If that’s a nightmare you’re familiar, look for a flexible business self-storage option that can adapt to requirements. For instance, at MORE! Self Storage, you pay for just the space you need. As your stock sells and you no longer need such a large space, it’s a simple case of moving into a smaller, more cost-effective unit. Or if you have an influx of new stock, simply upgrade. All our business storage for stock is available with no long-term commitments.

Mailbox rental and online business storage

Running a business from home but don’t want to put your personal address on the website? Taking out a mailbox rental service is the ideal solution for online businesses. Offered alongside more conventional business storage units, choosing a facility with mailbox rental enables you to fulfil all your storage needs in one convenient location. Best used for: the ecommerce mogul, the influencer getting too much fan mail, or anyone who’s ever asked, “Why do I have so many emails?”

Serviced offices

If your business is quickly outgrowing your current workspace, find a stress-free and flexible solution with a serviced office. MORE’s serviced offices in Bournemouth cover everything from the bills and broadband through to the furniture and chairs. Plus, as with all our business storage, our serviced offices are available without any long-term commitment. You can stay for as long or short a time as your business needs.

Business storage from MORE! Self Storage

Ready to transform your workspace from a game of Tetris to an efficient, well-oiled machine? Visit our business storage in Basingstoke and Bournemouth for a firsthand look at our facilities. Our friendly team will be more than happy to help you find the right storage to take your business to the next level.