Office moving is a large, inconvenient job that interrupts your business and disrupts routines, employees, and your schedule. However, when done correctly, the process can proceed swiftly and with little hassle. Below are some tips to help you move your office as smoothly as possible. 

How to Efficiently Move Your Business

1. Don't Put It Off

Nothing is worse than waiting until the last minute to start packing and moving. Plan your move well in advance to avoid problems and surprises. For instance, furniture disassembly may take much longer than you expect, and long-unused storage closets may be completely filled with burdensome items.

Book your movers at least six weeks in advance to be sure you secure them. Start packing about a month in advance, boxing up items that don't see everyday use. If you have access to the new space, make numerous advance trips there with loaded cars to get a jump-start on moving day.

2. Discard Unwanted Equipment

Make the move happen more quickly by discarding items you don't need before the move. Get rid of ratty old furniture or carpets, wait to replace failing equipment until you're at the new location, and sell anything you've planned to put on the market. That way, you minimize the number of trips to and from the truck and might even be able to rent a smaller vehicle.

3. Assign Responsibilities

Make everyone responsible for packing up their own desk and office equipment. This saves time and energy and puts the onus on everyone to do their fair share of work during the move. Also, assign a "moving coordinator" who's in charge of booking the truck, facilitating each step of the process, helping the slow packers, and more. The best practice is to choose someone who has previous experience with relocating, especially for offices and small organizations.

 

If you face an office moving deadline, contact Bolt Moving in Cincinnati, OH for professional assistance. They serve Hamilton County and the Tri-state area and specialize in both local- and long-distance moving.  Learn more about the company on their website or call (513) 391-7021 to make office moving arrangements.