The installation of the correct storage, and the implementation of the correct management processes are crucial to maintaining efficiency, cost effectiveness, and security. This is true for any organisation, for example: hospitals need records quickly, retailers need to keep their shelves merchandised and museums/heritage organisations need access to their inventory to quickly refresh displays.
With overhead costs (energy, fuel and materials) constantly on the increase, remaining profitable and effective has become a challenging for both private and public sector organisations.
One way that these organisations are saving costs and improving efficiency, is by turning their backs on external third party storage providers and creating in house storage areas. Here are the top ten reasons why making the switch could be the right move for your organisation.
• Cost Savings
Obviously, the top reason on our list is cost. While outsourcing may seem convenient, long-term costs can add up (and go-up year on year). In house storage can significantly reduce the expense associated with outsourcing fees and service contracts.
• Greater Control
The implementation and management of your own in house storage allows you to keep full control over your data, inventory, or materials without relying on external providers.
• Enhanced Security
In house storage provision helps you to more effectively protect sensitive data and valuable assets (for example: within hospitals). It reduces the risks associated with external breaches or mishandling.
• Improved Accessibility
With in-house storage, you have immediate access to important files, products or equipment. By removing external providers you remove the potential time waiting for third-parties to retrieve your items.
• Customisation
The provision of in-house storage allows you to create storage systems that are tailored to your specific business needs and items. This results in higher density storage, better protection of items and organisational efficiency.
• Better Compliance
Meeting and adhering to industry regulations and compliance standards is simpler with in house storage as you have direct oversight of storage policies and procedures.
• Scalability
With in house storage, as your organisation grows and changes, you can adjust and expand as required. Without having to purchase more space or renegotiate external contracts.
• Faster Response Times
This goes hand in hand with Improved accessiblity. Whether you’re fulfilling orders or retrieving critical data/items, in house storage ensures quicker response times and improved workflow.
• Reduced Downtime
When you rely on external storage providers, you are at the mercy of their operations. Issues with their staff, or processes can have a direct effect on your organisation. Managing storage internally keeps you in control and prevents unexpected interruptions.
• Increased Efficiency
Moving to in house storage and streamlining storage processes, enhances productivity and ensures that resources are always available when required.
Examples:
Salisbury Hospital
Read how Salisbury Hospital has capitalised on unused space, improved efficiency, saved costs and installed vast record storage. View the Case Study Here.
In Conclusion
Moving your storage in house offers a range of benefits that can drive efficiency, security, and cost-effectiveness. By taking control of your storage, you can build a more organised, easier to access systems that reduces customer waiting times and makes it easier for your teams.
If you’re considering making the switch, or even optimising the the internal storage areas within your building, then talk to us. Call 01782 770144 or contact us via the form below. One of our teams will be in touch to discuss your options and start your journey.