If you’ve ever had to rent storage space, you know how stressful it can be. You might have been forced to choose between two different facilities miles away from each other, costing almost as much as renting your own building outright. Or your company may need more lockers than what’s offered in-house or has a lot of sensitive data that needs to be kept secure. Knowing what storage solutions are available for your business will make things easier for everyone involved! Here are some ways how to choose the right lockers, cabinets, or cupboards for your business in 2023:
Consider your specific needs.
Before making your choice, it’s essential to consider what kind of business you’re running and how much space you have available. For example, if your company has a small office with limited storage space and only one person who uses lockers at all times, it might be best to get a cabinet or cupboard with drawers rather than shelves. But suppose there are more than two people in the building who will use lockers at any given time (especially during peak seasons). In that case, we recommend getting something with multiple compartments instead of just one sizeable compartmented box!
If this is still confusing for you—and it probably will be—consider taking into account how much storage space each type of locker provides:
- Drawer Lockers – They allow users to store things like pens and pencils inside their assigned slots without cluttering up other parts of their workspace; these types tend to be smaller than open-faced ones since they don’t require extra space under them when closed up (or vice versa).
- Open-Face Lockers – These are usually larger than drawer models but still allow users access through doors built directly into them (rather than relying on small windows). This makes them ideal when needing more room within tight quarters such as hallways/corridors where there isn’t enough room left after accounting for doorway widths between adjacent walls.”
Be flexible over how you use space.
The second thing to consider when planning your business is how you’ll use your racking space. You may need to add more storage, cabinets, and lockers. Consider adding room or space so employees have more privacy while on the job. Perhaps you need a more extensive kitchen area for cooking lessons and meals—or maybe just because it looks nice! Whatever the case may be, there are many ways that flexible use of space can help make life easier for everyone involved in your business:
- Add more cabinets (and other lockers)
- Move things around within existing spaces
Look at your budget.
When considering a locker, cabinet, or cupboard for your business, it’s essential to consider the cost of each piece. You don’t want to purchase something that will be outdated in a few years and need replacing.
- The cost of any renovations needed after installation: If you plan on adding additional storage units later down the road, then factor those costs into your budget now so there won’t be surprises later on! Look at what other people are paying for similar items in your area, as well as any special features like security features (i.e., key lock) or extra storage space (i.e., extra shelves). The locker cost includes everything from labor costs and installation to maintenance fees down the road.
Consider the functionality and size of drawers.
When choosing a cabinet or locker, it’s essential to consider the number of drawers you need and their size. For example, if you have a lot of paperwork to store, think about getting more giant bins so they can hold all your files in one place. You’ll also want to ensure that the drawer pulls are sturdy enough for daily use—you don’t want them breaking off when someone opens one up!
Accessibility
Accessibility is critical in ensuring that your employees can access their belongings. This means considering how easy it is for them to use the locker, drawer, or cupboard. Also, think about how easy it will be for them to open the cabinet door and retrieve their items from inside. If you’re going with a simple lockable metal box with no drawers or cabinets attached, then accessibility isn’t an issue; however, if there are additional compartments like drawers within these boxes, then you should factor those into your decision too!
Consider ease of use.
Ease of use is among the most important factors when choosing a locker for your business. You want to make sure that you can open and close the vault with one hand or if there is any chance that someone might have to do this while holding an item in their other hand (such as if they’re carrying something). The same goes for whether or not it’s possible to open the door without putting down whatever else you’re holding at the time—you don’t want someone having their hand’s full while trying to unlock their office space!
Look for customizable options.
Customization is one of the most important factors when choosing lockers, cabinets, and cupboards. This means that you have the flexibility to make your system fit your needs and style. For example, if you’re looking for a storage solution that can be adapted to suit your business needs as it grows in size or complexity, then choose our Modular Series Lockers, which offer multiple configurations so they will grow with your business.
Evaluate the level of security required.
Before you buy any locker, cabinet, or cupboard for your business, you must know what level of security is required. If a high-security safe is what you’re looking for, then make sure that the lockers have solid locks and multiple locks to prevent unauthorized access. If your business has more sensitive information than most others, such as financial data or client records (which could be obtained by an employee), then look at the type of seal that can be placed inside the lockers to help keep them secure from prying eyes.
If you’re unsure about what type of locking system would work best for your needs—or if other factors like theft prevention come into play—then talk with local locksmiths who specialize in commercial properties before making a final decision on purchasing new equipment.
