Top Tips for A Painless Office Move
Change. It’s vital but workers rarely like it. Most people would rather stay put than go through the hassle of an office move, even if they have a bright, shiny new premises to go to. Recent studies have suggested that a business loses around a week in productivity when carrying out a relocation and costs can soar to £40,000. So, how do we make it a little less painful? Rose Removals are experts in commercial removals, so we’ve put together some tips to make the move less stressful for you and your employees.
The key is in early preparation and carefully executed plans to reduce the risk of error and take the stress out of it for everyone involved.
How to Prepare for an Office Move
1. Plan properly
The key decision makers should have decided the reasons behind the office move and communicate this effectively to the whole team. Key questions to answer are:
- Where are you moving to?
- Why are you moving?
- How much space is in the new place?
- When does the move need to be completed by?
- What key features are in the new premises?
- How long is the business expected to stay at the new premises?
- What is your budget for the move?
2. Start now
Any delays will have a knock on effect, so even if you feel you’re starting early you are allowing time for inevitable bumps in the road. For a smooth and successful move you should begin reviewing and planning around 9 – 18 months prior to when your lease expires so that you allow time to consider all options thoroughly. This will impact negotiations and maybe even save you money.
3. Assign a project manager
Have a go-to person in the building that knows everything concerning the office move. Organisation is key here and this person needs to be on top of it at all times. They must have the ability to multi-task and have great communication skills. If this person is within your company, then it’s important that they are given enough time to dedicate to the project.
4. Hire a professional removal company
It’s vital to appoint experienced office move professionals to help with your relocation. Moving is stressful, time consuming and can be costly, particularly if mistakes are made. Moving companies do this every day and working with the right people will minimise your stress and save you time and money in the long run. They will remind you of anything that you’ve forgotten and carry out packing quickly and painlessly. They can also provide storage if you are downsizing. You can contact Rose Removals to find out more.
5. Have a clear out
Take the opportunity to have a good clear out when moving on. Old files can be binned and any unwanted equipment can be disposed of. With so much business now taking place in the Cloud you can have documents scanned so that you don’t have to drag them with you. Throw out any broken furniture or anything on its last legs.
Commercial and House Removals
If you’re planning an office move in or around the Devon area, you can trust Rose Removals. Simply call us on 0800 655 6020 or email info@roseremovals.co.uk.
