Whether you are moving to a bigger office or downsizing for efficiency and budgetary reasons, you have a large project ahead of you. The winning combination of preparation and working with the right local movers streamlines office moving to help you stress less and enjoy the new space. Even if you are not moving for a few months, it helps to start planning now.

How to Plan an Efficient Office Move

Create a Schedule

Create a timeline with the team and local movers for reference throughout the moving process. Determine when you need to be out of the current location and make a schedule listing what you need to do every day or week, such as measuring the new space, moving the current furniture, and purchasing packing accessories. If you have not contacted a moving company yet, do so as soon as possible. You do not want to change the move-in or move-out date because you waited too long.

Assign Tasks

Create an assignment list for employees, even if they will not be participating in the actual move. They still need to clear their desks of personal items, individual supplies, and anything else they want to move. Employees also need to label the computers and other equipment they use exclusively. Ask one of the seasoned employees to color-code equipment and accessories if yours is a larger office, and you want to keep items within their own departments.

Remember to Clean & Cull

Dedicate at least one week to culling efforts so you do not move anything unnecessarily. Recycle old electronics at the appropriate facilities, shred old documents containing sensitive information, and clear old laptops or desktops you will not be taking with you. Give the office a deep clean as well or hire a cleaning company to make the space sparkle once you are out. This provides the new owners with a clean space to work with or ensures you will not lose money on the security deposit if you rent.

 

Big John Movers is the Cincinnati, OH-based moving company that has streamlined residential and commercial moves since 1969. Office relocation is one of these local movers’ many specialties to help you get from Point A to Point B as quickly and efficiently as possible. Seniors and service members receive 10% off moving services, and there is no charge for on-site estimates. Call (513) 244-5646 to schedule an office relocation today or visit the website for a free quote and 5% discount. Like the local movers on Facebook for $20 off your upcoming move.