The importance of a safe and secure IT Relocation when moving office
Best practice guidance when relocating computer, systems and servers
Any change in business premises is an exciting time. Your new office will have been chosen because your company believes it meets the relevant criteria for the future. In addition to organising the removal of your office furniture and belongings, you will also need arrange the safe and secure relocation of IT and telecoms equipment.
Whenever a company relocates office, the logistical issues of an IT Move are of critical importance – whether you’re moving desktop computers, a data or call centre or needing an entire server relocation. You can’t get away from the fact that your entire business relies on their PCs, servers and internet connectivity to be fully functional on the first day in the new office.
For this IT Relocation process to happen smoothly, a certain level of expertise and experience will be required. It is simply too big a financial and operational risk to leave it to people without the required skill set and experience. Many internal IT Departments have limited or no experience of handling an IT relocation and they should therefore call on the expert advice of IT Relocation specialists.
Your IT Relocation may include: -
- De-installation of rack mounted servers (with the associated cabling)
- Secure dismantling and transportation of all IT equipment
- Re-installation, re-cabling and powering up of new servers
- Re-configuration and testing of all PCs, copiers, faxes and associated IT equipment
- Complete network testing at your new office
The IT & Telecoms Checklist will take you through each important step of your IT Relocation to ensure all your equipment is safely and securely shut down, relocated, and up and running as it should on the first morning in your new office. Use this along with the help of a reputable IT & Telecoms Consultant in your area to ensure a smooth IT relocation into your new offices.
