Once you’ve made the decision to get a storage unit, the next big decision is deciding the size of the unit to meet your needs. Here at Dollar Self Storage, we have many different amenities including storage units that range in size from 25-1000 square feet. The goal in getting a unit is to make sure everything fits comfortably with enough room for you to access anything you may need in the unit. Continue reading
In many restaurants, space is at a premium. Despite the open and spacious layout that is the norm in most eateries, behind the scenes is often a different story. Pots and pans are stacked haphazardly anywhere they can fit, utensils are piled in bins, and spare dishes and glasses line the walls. It’s important to have a fully stocked storeroom with extra glasses, plates, and many of the other items needed to serve food. If these dishes were indestructible, there wouldn’t be an issue. They are not, however, and this can lead to problems.
It is quite routine for a customer to drop a glass, the bus boy to lose a plate, or the dishwasher to break a bowl. These eventualities are almost certain, it’s the price that must be paid to use nice dining ware. Continue reading
We can build a better remote workforce. We have the technology. Seriously, we have Skype and Go to Meeting and online productivity tools. Telecommuting is gaining popularity with both employees and employers, as it can offer benefits to both. It is not just about getting rid of the terrible commute for employees or reducing office space for employers (although those are both legitimate benefits), it can also:
Love to throw pots? Knit baby booties? Make prom dresses out of duct tape? Many people dream of starting a home-based business, but those with an actual talent for crafts have a real edge. The beauty of crafting is you can start small, and keep it small if you choose. But if you have big dreams (and make big pots), you might need a plan. There are lots of guides out there on turning your hobby into a business (this is a really good one), so we will just hit the highlights.
It is important to set aside an official space for your home business. There are definitely going to be times when you want to walk away and leave your work in progress, and not have to put Continue reading
Do you run your business out of your home? Self-storage can save you time and money. If you let your inventory and supplies take over your work space, you are not going to work as efficiently, which can really drag down the profitability of your home business. Here are a number of scenarios where self-storage is a good idea:
In addition to the obvious advantage of extra space, here are some other advantages for home business owners: Continue reading
Using a self-storage unit for document storage makes so much sense for businesses both large and small, and offers big advantages over either storing records onsite in your offices, or offsite in a document storage warehouse.
Although the digital age has had a big impact on the way most companies do business, there still seems to be a lot of paper floating around. Some of it can go right into the shredder or the recycling bin, but sometimes you have to keep it. Knowing what to keep and what to toss can vary from business to business; this IRS article on small business recordkeeping is very useful, as is this set of guidelines for record retention from Smead. Continue reading
At first glance, renting a storage unit may not seem like a cutting edge business tool – but think again.
Businesses can store records, supplies, equipment, and inventory. It is also an excellent option for larger items, such as furniture and vechicle storage.
This is an effective strategy for a wide range of businesses, including: Continue reading