Shipping containers make the perfect portable office setting. They are currently used in many different business industries and as more industries learn about their benefits, are likely to be used in many more. Used shipping containers are highly customizable, cost efficient, and provide the following benefits as a portable office setting.
They are easy to obtain
There are around 17 million shipping containers in the world, with only 6 million of these in use. That means approximately 11 million shipping containers are currently unused and could be converted into homes or offices for people. With so many available used shipping containers, you not only have easy accessibility to purchasing, but you also have many options to choose from. You can afford to be picky, choosing something that matches all of your office and business needs.
They are cost effective
With so many available unused shipping containers, the prices are low. Owners of unused shipping containers are willing to let them go for discounted prices, simply to get them off of the lot. When you use steel cargo containers are your portable office, you will also benefit from many other cost savings. Because you purchase the shipping containers outright, you will not have to pay a monthly rental fee, as you would with a traditional office space. Additionally, the modification costs are low and you could potentially save thousands on building costs. In fact, for each recycled shipping container, we are reusing around 3,500kg worth of steel. We are also saving all of the traditional building materials (such as bricks, mortar, and wood), which do not need to be used.
They are completely customizable
Some traditional office spaces allow you to customize to your needs, while others do not. However, you might be limited in terms of creating rooms or installing windows or doors in desired places. You also might not have the ability to change walls or ceiling designs. Storage container modifications, however, are simple, and do allow you to make even the smallest or largest of changes. If you desire a larger waiting area, you can arrange it. If you want cubicles in lieu of private offices, you can simply change around wall separators.
They have mobility
Perhaps one of the biggest benefits of using shipping containers as a portable office is that they have the ability to be mobile. Although this is not beneficial for every industry, it is extremely helpful in some. Industries such as construction, business training, and sales professionals have to move around a lot. With cargo container modifications, you can bring your office with you. This will save money in a lot of ways, by not having to rent third party spaces or do confidential business meetings in public settings.
They are better for the environment
A lot of businesses are taking greater responsibility when it comes to environmental awareness. Some businesses produce too much waste and negatively affect the planet. When you buy used shipping containers, not only are you saving many of the Earth?s resources, but you are also putting good use to unused shipping containers around the world. These shipping containers, when not used, take up a lot of valuable space. Some of the world?s biggest container ships are about 1,300 feet long, that is nearly 400 meters or the distance around an Olympic running track, with a maximum of 180 feet (55 meters). Benefit both your business and your planet by giving them good use.
As we turn to a more internet reliant and mobile world, business tends to take place in many locations. Mobile offices are more important than ever. Used shipping containers make the perfect mobile office for the following reasons, they are environmentally friendly, extremely customizable, easy and cost efficient to purchase, and can be moved fairly simple. If a portable friendly office space is important to your business goals, consider how the benefits of used shipping containers could serve your needs.
