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This year showed us once again how difficult it can be to make predictions or goals come true. Customers who “just stayed loyal” to you this turbulent year or signed up new despite everything are crucial to the success of your business and therefore certainly deserve a token of appreciation. So that they remain customers in 2021….

Are you thinking of offering (extra) outdoor storage? It is often difficult to visualize in advance what that would look like. To get a good impression of the placement possibilities, we can create a 2D map and 3D impression of the potential location for you. I would like to tell you how this process works in a number of steps.

The Z-box allows you to offer storage space that puts regular shipping container storage far in the shade. You can check it on our website and our storage park. But did you already know that the Z-Box can be transformed into a very attractive storage unit for 4 motorcycles by means of smart compartmentalization? Niels Fokkema of ikwilopslagruimtehuren.nl (I want to rent storage.nl) can talk about it.

Following Warren Buffett, Bill Gates is also stepping into the storage world. The world’s richest man invests in the eighth largest self-storage company StorageMart. “The self-storage sector is evolving rapidly and companies that can leverage technology, improved operations and an unforgettable customer experience will do better,” said Cris Burnam, CEO of StorageMart.

Daan Lion:
“As part of our ‘marketing boost,’ we can also design an attractive website for you. But what does a good website need to meet? I would like to share some tips and tricks with you.”

Recently, the environmental plaza housed at our outdoor site in Deventer was discontinued. We took that opportunity to create a full-fledged storage park where you can, at your leisure, come and see all the storage options.

Many business owners would like to increase sales and profits. For that, it is necessary to grow further. And to grow, you will need to invest.
There is a clever way to still be able to grow without having to make large investments.

Maarten Streppel:
“All fairs and meetings centered on storage have been cancelled for the rest of this year. The outlook for 2021 is uncertain. But, do we actually still need these trade shows?”

Last month, news reached us that the investment vehicle Berkshire Hathaway, the company of famed investor Warren Buffett, will become active in the U.S. self-storage market. What does that mean for the market?

Mark Elsendoorn:
“Storage space comes in all shapes and sizes. Whether you offer it in storage units, containers or moving boxes. What do you do if the required space is already leased and there is no other free?”

During our call round through relationships and customers we were told what self storage entrepreneurs are able to work corona-proof and at the same time maintain their service. We have collected the best tips and tricks for you. Take advantage of it!

During this Corona period, business as usual often seems impossible, yet, with the help of a good dose of creativity and perseverance from both sides, we managed to serve our customers abroad. Maarten Streppel on difficult deliveries in Switzerland and France.

Our Flagship Store in Deventer has been completed since the end of April 2020. You are most welcome to visit us.