Moving On Up: Tips for Relocating Your Office

MOVING ON UP: Tips for Relocating Your Office 1. Announce the move a. Let employees know as far ahead in advance as possible b. Alert clients 1-3 months in advance c. Update your website and social media profiles 2. Set a budget a. Factor in the cost of moving utility services, such as phone and internet b. Research moving companies' fees c. Decide if you will need new equipment 3. Hire a moving company a. Find movers who have experience in office relocation b. Ask colleagues for recommendations c. Schedule the movers 1-3 months in advance 4. Create a schedule a. Give employees a moving timeline so they know what to expect b. Anticipate any downtime you may require c. Know when your new office space will be accessible 5. Back up electronic files a. Coordinate with IT services to make sure important files are saved b. Make sure your movers have experience in computer relocation c. Make multiple copies of the most important files 6. Stay organized a. Label or color-code your boxes b. Make a record of what's in each box c. Use a moving company that offers tracking software 7. Plan ahead a. Design your new office layout before you move b. Determine if you will pack your office or if the professionals will do it c. Create an unpacking schedule 8. Clean up a. Clean office equipment for a fresh start in the new office b. Donate any unwanted office items c. Make sure your old office space is clean for its next inhabitants UMC Infographic provided by: www.nyccorporatemovers.com Sources: Etp://www.intelligentitnyc.com/10-useful-tips-on-moving-your-small-business-officel mierosoft.com/business/en-us/resources/technology/networking/moving-your- office-5-tips-for-staying-productive.aspx?fbid=185eBkphXip http://womeninbusiness.about.com/od/smallbusinessmanagement/tp/10-Tips-For-Moving-Your-Business.htm https://www.waveapps.com/blog/small-business-relocation-tips/