5 Essentials to Plan an Office Relocation

An office relocation is an exciting time for any company. It is quite often an indication of a company progressing, evolving and ready for expansion, so it's important to plan your office relocation correctly to make sure everything goes as smooth as possible.

Preparation

Early preparation involves making sure your company is in a good position to relocate; have you checked your office lease to see when it expires and what the notice period is? Have you clearly defined your reasons for moving office and have Senior Management in your organisation got "buy-in" as to what your future office requirements are?

Planning

A successful office relocation begins with thorough and advanced planning. Planning an office relocation can be time consuming, so an individual within your organisation needs to be responsible for facilitating the Office Move Plan with external Office Relocation Professionals and ensure deadlines and objectives are met.

Packing

When it comes to getting all your office packed up, an Office Removals Company will ensure everything has been inventoried, correctly labelled and securely packed in time for your big office move day.

Notification

Your staff will need to be updated at key stages throughout the office relocation on how the office move is progressing. You will also need to think about how and when you will inform clients, stakeholders and other organisations with whom you do business.  Use the Change of Address Checklist to remind you of all the important companies you will need to inform.

Celebration

After all the hard work, it's time to celebrate your office relocation amongst fellow colleagues, clients and your new neighbours.  Make a big splash about your new office space and hold a New Office Launch Party to mark the important occasion and announce your fresh start within your brand new workplace.