Planning for a Business Relocation

How to Plan a Business Relocation

The Background
Define your reasons for relocating the business. Perhaps you are struggling for space, or you want to lower your costs, or maybe your office lease is just coming to an end and you want to take advantage of the latest market conditions. Being clear about your reasons behind the business relocation will help determine your future office requirements in terms of location, size and cost.

The Process
There is no set time for how long a business relocation takes - but as with most things, the earlier you start planning your business relocation, the better chance you will have of a successful outcome.  Start by appointing someone with your organisation to manage the business relocation process, who will be responsible for ensuring all tasks are undertaken and completed by the appropriate person and that deadlines are met.

Use the Business Relocation Checklist to find out what needs to be done throughout the business relocation process.

Who's on the Team?
They'll be certain tasks throughout your business relocation which are simply best-left in the hands of Office Relocation Professionals.  These tasks include:

• Finding Office Space. A local Commercial Property Agent will speed up this process and help you find the most suitable office space for your business and get a competitive deal on your office lease.
• Dealing with the Legal Issues. Use a Property Solicitor to check through your office lease before you sign it to ensure your business interests are protected and everything is accurately documented.
• Creating the Perfect Office Space. Your new office space will need to enhance your company culture, processes, brand & values and an Office Design & Fit-out Company will help you achieve just that.
• IT Relocation. Moving, transfering, uploading and testing all your IT equipment in the new office requires specialist IT support from an IT & Telecoms Company.
• Office Removals. Getting all your office furniture, files and belongings to the new location on time and in one piece is a crucial piece of the jigsaw.  Use a Professional Office Removals Company to carry out this important task.

Business Relocation Top Tips

• Make sure you are clear about your reasons behind the business relocation.
• Draw up a short list of office properties and use the Office Space Checklist to help you assess which office best-suits your requirements.
• Work within your means and budget so your moving office costs don't get out of control.
• Make sure all your staff are aware of all the changes and the reasons behind the business relocation.