The Next Generation:
A GLIMPSE INTO THE FUTURE OF MOBILE STORAGE
Issue: 1th Quarter 2010 |
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While no one has a crystal ball to guide them through the future, most industry experts believe that demand for mobile storage will keep growing. Many mobile storage operators foresee continued expansions in regulations, environmentally-friendly practices, software, and Web-based marketing. Find out what the future may hold for the mobile self-storage industry.
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Customer-First Service:
CAN IT LEAD THE INDUSTRY THROUGH A RECESSION?
Issue: 4th Quarter 2009 |
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With the recession in full force, many mobile self-storage owners
and operators are putting their operations on a strict diet. In
this article, learn how to trim the fat at your business in order to
survive the economic downturn.
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Customer-First Service:
CAN IT LEAD THE INDUSTRY THROUGH A RECESSION?
Issue: 2nd Quarter 2009 |
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As the housing market posts further declines and job losses continue
to rise, mobile self-storage facilities are finding themselves saddled with customers who are struggling to pay their monthly rent. In this article, read about the challenges mobile storage operators are facing and how they are maintaining their profitability.
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Marketing During A Recession:
A Survivor’s Guide For Tough Times
Issue: Winter 2009 |
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In a down economy, sometimes we are forced to make cutbacks that we otherwise would not make. However, marketing is the last thing you should ever cut back on. Find out how increasing marketing, or continuing at your regular pace, will help your business survive tough economic times.
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GOING ONCE... GOING TWICE...
Issue: October 2008 |
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There is no doubt that the economy is having widespread effects on almost every type of business. While mobile self-storage is no exception, the sad truth is that even in tough times, people need to move; in fact, many need to downsize. And, as more and more consumers become aware of the mobile product and its benefits, mobile self-storage operators will continue to gain new business. The important thing in this type of an economic slowdown is to implement as many cost-saving strategies as possible. One such area to consider is delinquencies.
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BEFORE YOU GET IN THE GAME
Issue: August 2008 |
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Now more than ever, it is essential to fully understand every aspect of mobile self-storage before making the decision to enter—or expand within—the industry. This edition covers some of the important topics you should know about.
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Is There a Slowdown?
Issue: May 2008 |
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This edition of Mobile Self Storage Magazine looks at whether the mobile sector is seeing the same fallout as traditional self storage operators from the current market turmoil. Other topics covered include the impact that mobile self storage is having on the moving and storage industry, customer goods insurance, and offering retail goods to boost profits.
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How Strong Is Your Lease?
Issue: March 2008 |
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This edition of Mobile Self Storage Magazine is sure to keep you informed about the latest industry happenings. In our cover story, you will learn about the importance of leases designed specifically for mobile storage and why traditional storage leases do not work for the mobile concept. You’ll also read about how to effectively deal with the EPA and DOT—issues that are especially important as more operators move their customers’ goods from state to state. You will also glean some valuable insight about insuring tenants’ goods, pricing the mobile product, and deciding whether or not to charge delivery fees.
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Help Wanted
Issue: October 2007 |
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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.
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Defining Mobile Storage
Issue: August 2007 |
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What is mobile storage? It’s a question that comes up all the time. It is also the question we explore in this edition of Mobile Self Storage Magazine. Other topics include industry growth, legislation and new regulations, smart strategies for operating costs, and an overview of the various loading and delivery systems that are available.
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Making the Rules
Issue: Spring 2007 |
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As mobile self storage continues to grow, the industry is seeing a flurry of legislation and local regulations calling for permits, dictating legislation, or restricting the amount of time a container can stay on site. Read about this and more in the Spring 2007 edition of Mobile Self Storage Magazine.
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