Organising
an office relocation, whether it’s down the road or to a whole new area, is not
the easiest task. Whether you’re moving your business to a new office because
your team is growing and you need a bigger space, or simply because you want to
move to a more suitable area, there is a lot to organise and consider.
Successful office moves do not just happen overnight; in fact, they require
careful planning and organising beforehand. Below we share our top tips for
organising a smooth office move.
Get planning early
To
successfully carry out an office move and to minimise downtime in the workplace
as much as possible, it is absolutely essential that you thoroughly plan your
move early. Depending on the size of your office, you should allow at least
three months of planning beforehand. It is always worth delegating a few
members of staff or supervisors to help you with the planning.
Set yourself
a budget and a timescale, ensuring that both are realistic. Remember to factor
removalist costs, insurance premiums, disposal fees and fit-out expenses into
your budget; the last thing you want is to be met with costly surprises down
the road. If you have electronic equipment that you do not plan to take to your
new office, make sure that you organise the disposal and recycling of this
equipment beforehand. Remember, it is your responsibility to dispose of your
e-waste safely.
Keep employees in the loop
The key to
planning a successful office move is keeping your employees updated and in the
loop. The truth is, there is no point keeping them in the dark; you’re moving
and you’re going to need as much cooperation and help as possible.
It is your
responsibility to manage members of staff throughout the move and to ensure
that they are comfortable and have all of the information about your move that
they need. Employees will appreciate being involved in the moving process;
holding meetings and sending regular updates also gives them an opportunity to
raise any questions or express any concerns that they may have regarding the
relocation.
Ask your
employees if there is anything that you can do to make the move more
accommodating for them. It is even worth asking what they’d like to see in the
new office, or if there is anything that would help their productivity in the
new space. Once you have moved into your new location, gather all of your staff
for a meeting to thank them for their cooperation and patience throughout the
move.
Hire a removals company
Finally,
find a reliable removals company that specialises in commercial moves to ensure
that your relocation goes as smoothly as possible. Having a team of removalists
on hand to carry and load heavy items, as well as work out the logistics of
moving everything from your old office into your new one, will make the experience
less stressful. Plus, they will be equipped with the skills to handle your
office equipment correctly and will have all of the packing materials required
to pack everything up safely on the day.
Rose
Removals has years of experience in providing commercial removals and ensuring
that office moves go smoothly. We focus on minimising business downtime and
will ensure that all of your items are safely transported to your new location
with no issues. For a reliable and high-quality commercial
removals service
, look no further than us.
