Its purpose may be similar to traditional storage, but mobile self storage requires very different types of insurance coverage. Only a handful of carriers are writing policies on this relatively new business concept, which combines the risks of both the moving industry and traditional self storage.
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Mobile Self Storage Magazine: Help Wanted The topic of this issue’s cover story—hiring the right staff—is just one of many key components for a successful mobile self storage business. You’ll also read about business-to-business marketing, insuring mobile self storage, logistics for long-distance moves, and box strategies for ordering containers.
Help Wanted STAFFING YOUR MOBILE STORAGE BUSINESS Three primary job functions make up the staffing requirements for a mobile self-storage operation—and these people can make or break your business. The key is to attract the right employees, compensate them appropriately, and create a great workplace that will help you keep good workers on your team.
Long-Distance Logistics GETTING CONTAINERS THERE AND BACK Many mobile self stoage operators are finding that continuing as a local-only business excludes them from a great deal of the market share. Consequently, the logistics of movng containers from here to there—as well as which types of containers are best suited for long-distance transport— are hot topics in the industry today.
Insuring Mobile Self Storage SPECIALIZED COVERAGE FOR A UNIQUE INDUSTRY Its purpose may be similar to traditional storage, but mobile self storage requires very different types of insurance coverage. Only a handful of carriers are writing policies on this relatively new business concept, which combines the risks of both the moving industry and traditional self storage.
Box Strategies WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE ORDERING CONTAINERS Metal, plastic, wood, stackable, disposible ... the options for mobile storage containers are many. Various approaches exist among operators today. Answering a few questions about your business can help you determine your best strategy.
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