There are more than 15,000 self storage facilities in the US. Taking into account that most people only turn to a self storage facility when their own home is overflowing this likely means that a number of us have already packed our closets, attics and spare rooms as full as we could them. Clearly, Americans have lots of stuff. I suspect that other industrialized nations are similarly loaded down with stuff and in need of places to store it.
When it comes to your stored items, out of sight better not equal out of mind. If you forget that you have things or find that you are missing something that you were sure you had it costs you time and money. In the past we’ve talked about ways to use Stockpile at home. Today, we’re going to continue that discussion with some more ways that Stockpile can help keep you organized.
If you are just starting to fill up your storage space now is the perfect time to implement our easy online inventory system, Stockpile. As you sort your stuff make a pile of things to go in storage. As you decide where those items are going to be stored (bin, closet, attic, storage unit, etc) you can create locations within Stockpile and add items to specific locations. Add details to each item entry and you’ll be able to jog your memory as necessary without digging in your storage. How tall is that old lamp? What color was that comforter that Great Aunt Sylvie gave you? A quick check of Stockpile can answer questions such as these quickly and easily. If any of that stuff is stored across town you just saved yourself a trip to the storage facility.
Already got stuff stored? Now might be a great time to reorganize. Stored items cost us money whether we are paying for a separate storage unit or just underutilizing space in our home by filling it up with items we seldom use. It’s important to periodically go through these items and get rid of anything that we truly don’t need anymore. As you go through your items create piles to donate, sell, trash or keep. Try to be critical as you add items to the keep pile. Really try to whittle down your load. Once you’ve identified the pieces worth keeping you can begin adding them to Stockpile. Having an easily accessible accounting of your possessions can actually help you get more out of your stuff. Think about it, you’re much likely to use something if you remember that you own it.
Many of us spend more time at work than we would like. That makes the little bit of time that we do get to spend at home precious. Why would you want to waste any of those minutes fruitlessly searching for stored items? Knowing what you have at home and where you keep it is just as important as keeping track of your small business inventory.
How many of you feel like the official family finder? You know how it goes, anytime someone needs something they come looking for you to find it for them. It would be nice to say, “Check Stockpile. You’ll find it.” No more interruptions so that you can go track down items for other family members. When everything is kept in recorded locations it’s easy for anyone to locate items on their own. Our easy online inventory system can become the official locator of lost items for your family.
Organization is Easy with Stockpile Easy Online Inventory System
Stockpile is a wonderful resource for small businesses and families alike. Because our solution is available for free you can’t afford not to give it a try. Stockpile will revolutionize the way that you manage your stuff. Don’t let your belongings control you, take control with Stockpile. Try it today!
