With computers now very much a feature of any governmental department, it is clear that its paper document storage system needs to be updated. The traditional filing system should be moved away from and a space-saving alternative must be considered.  Not only is this idea practical, it also enhances the working environment and this in turn will result in more efficient operation of the department.

The manager’s next task is to decide on a company to provide him or her with a storage solution that will work inside the monetary limitations.  The department will require a fast turnaround and a robust shelf storage system. The advantage of a fast turnaround time is that the storage system will be installed quickly and this will cause as little disruption to office procedures as possible.

The ideal shelf storage system will have a small footprint, that is to say, it will take up as little space as possible. It should have a track that can be laid on the floor rather than having a line dug into the floor to accommodate the track. Castors at the front and a track only at the back will be ideal and there will be no trip hazard.