Whether you’ve just finished a major project and have a surplus of supplies or are looking for a final mile warehouse to store, handle, and deliver your inventory, warehouse storage will be a big consideration. Do I need short-term or long-term storage, can I do both? Yes, warehouse space should be able to accommodate both. In this post, we’ll explain the difference between the two types of storage and how they can work together to help your business.
What is Short-Term Warehouse Storage?
Short-term storage is the optimal solution for a variety of situations. These instances might range from a business relocation or move, seasonal storage for winter or summer, or simply separating shipments to drop shipping products.
Short-term warehouse solutions are ideal for businesses that need extra space but aren’t looking at using it on an ongoing basis.
Business Relocation
If you are moving from one location to another and need to store items while the new space is being built out, or need to store items from your old space during the move, short-term storage is a good solution.
Seasonal Storage
In Boston, winters can be brutal on patio furniture, and restaurants looking to store patio furniture opt for warehouse storage to preserve the life of their furniture through spring and summer each year.
Separate Shipments
You may be receiving a large shipment for the entire year and need to store inventory for 3 months, but don’t have an ongoing need for storage, short-term storage is perfect for this.
What is Long-Term Warehouse Storage?
Long Term Warehouse Storage allows you to store your items in a secure, climate-controlled warehouse with 24/7 surveillance. This type of storage is ideal for businesses that need to keep certain files or paperwork on hand for an extended period of time. It’s also a great option for distributors and final mile shipping companies looking to store their goods before they are shipped out. In addition, if you produce or purchase bulk materials in large quantities, long-term warehouse storage can be used as a staging area for these products until they are ready to be sent out.
Old Paperwork
Many businesses and institutions require keeping files dating back 5-10 years for cases and other historical documentation. Using long-term storage for record management is a good way to keep things safe and accessible as needed.
Final Mile Storage & Delivery
If you deliver the product to New England and need a warehouse to facilitate storage, fulfillment, and delivery, that is perfect for long-term warehouse storage. It is also advantageous when you work with a moving and storage company because it’s a one-stop shop.
Equipment Storage
Some businesses have equipment they use on specific projects but needs to be stored in a heated warehouse space. Having caged storage areas with thousands of square feet allows for ample space to store the specialty equipment safely.
What to do when you need both short and long-term storage?
You can have both short and long-term storage in the same warehouse. Start by using a warehouse with both types of storage and scale up as your needs change from short to long-term storage.
With this option, you don’t need to worry about finding two different warehouses or dealing with two separate companies. Instead, you can focus on storing your items safely and securely in one location—and saving yourself time and hassle along the way!
Conclusion
In the end, there is no right or wrong answer. You need to weigh your options and determine what will work best for your business. We hope we were able to give you some insight into how things work from both sides of warehouse storage so that you can make an informed decision about where to store your items.
Looking for Warehouse Space in the Greater Boston Area?
If you are looking for warehouse space to rent in the Greater Boston Area, Mark’s Moving and Storage is prepared to help with your specific storage need. Request an estimate or call us at 508-983-6000