According to science, checklists improve work performance and help to reduce human error.
Do you need to move offices but aren’t sure where to start? Not to worry! In this guide, we’ll go over an office moving checklist. This way you won’t miss anything, and you’ll reduce some stress.
Want to learn more? Keep reading to find out!
Office Moving Checklist: A Guide
Moving is intense, but you can reduce some of the angst by following our tips. By planning, organizing, and breaking the tasks down, you’ll finish in no time.
When Are You Moving?
Knowing when you’re moving will help you plan your future actions. Research local movers and get estimates. Once you find a reputable mover, set a date and stick to it.
Write a list of everything in your office that needs to move. Contact your insurance company as well. You’re going to want to know if you need extra coverage.
Plan for Your Moving Day
Once you have a set date, now it’s time to make a plan. The more organized you are beforehand, the smoother the move will go. Try and declutter your office before packing.
If you have a large office, assign specific tasks to everyone. Make a contact list for everyone involved in the project.
Do you want a professional packing service? It could help and is more cost-effective than employees doing it. A company with experience is efficient and knows the ropes.
For network and communication systems, find out what you’ll need in your new space.
Update your customers, vendors, partners, and suppliers about your upcoming move. Update your accounts with the new address and with the U.S. Postal Service. Change your address on all your social media accounts.
Move Office Furniture
Moving a household is difficult. An office move is a massive undertaking. Conference tables, filing cabinets, and desks are heavy and time-consuming to move.
Know where things are going in the new office. Consider drafting up a layout for your new space. Share the floor plan with your movers, so they know where everything goes. Label the furniture too!
If you aren’t taking everything with you, decide what you’ll sell and donate. If you have new pieces coming into your office, try and schedule the delivery one day after your move.
Make sure every employee packs up their desk a day before. If employees are helping, make sure they know what’s expected of them and what isn’t. You don’t want anyone getting injured during the move.
Tape or lock up the desk drawers. For any hardware that’s removed, keep it all together in one bag, so it doesn’t get lost.
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Having an office moving checklist will help your transition to the new space go well.
Want to learn more? Contact us today! We would love to chat about how we can help your move.