After a period of worrying whether your business would survive, now is the time to make sure it will thrive. Safely, a slump in sales caused by the pandemic has probably left you unable to expand with new work premises. So, if you feel the need for extra workspace, it’s imperative that you find alternative solutions.
It may feel as though there are no other options. Thankfully, that isn’t quite accurate. Here are five of the best ways to overcome your struggles.
Outsource
If you do not have the space to accept new on-site staff, why not look for remote workers. Outsourcing can take several forms. One is to find freelancers for short-term remote work. Another is to let new employees enjoy the Work From Home schemes that have worked wonders for millions in recent times. Finally, you can look to hire another company to take care of certain tasks. IT management, security, and customer care are popular choices.
The DNA of a modern workforce has evolved. Embrace it.
Go (Nearly) Paperless
When managing a business, you will encounter a lot of paperwork. From contracts and invoices to documents for daily operations, you will need to keep them organised. This can take up a lot of space within your working environment. Switching to cloud-based digital storage is a far smarter move. It will significantly reduce the volume of physical paperwork clogging up space. Moreover, you’ll find that organisation and admin become far easier.
The fact you are helping the planet by using fewer physical resources is great too.
Find Physical Storage
If your company has a lot of stock or equipment that isn’t currently needed, you will need somewhere to store the items. Renting a self-storage unit is convenient but can be very costly in the long run. Therefore, using commercial sheds to create extra storage spaces in your external spaces can work wonders. As long as you remember to support the new structures with security features, you should be just fine. It removes any pressure from stores and factories.
And if you ever find that the spaces aren’t needed, you can rent them to another business.
Redesign Existing Layouts
When it is not possible to create a bigger workspace, you must at least try to maximise what is available. Improving the appearance of your brick and mortar store can go a long way to making it work harder as you try to get more sales. Meanwhile, you should consider whether it might be better to adopt an open plan office space. As for factories and industrial spaces, using mezzanine floors can potentially create a far more flexible space for all.
Travel
If your struggles are related mainly to selling spaces, you could look to go mobile. A pop-up store can help you test the waters before a full expansion. Trade show pitches are another great method. However, if you offer services like beauty treatments, you could consider travelling to customers. Running a combination of in-salon services and travelling services can unlock new levels of interest and revenue.
The working world has become more flexible. Don’t be afraid to embrace it.