Anyone who has relocated their place of business, whether a corporate office, medical office, or industrial facility, knows it is more than just packing up boxes and shipping them down the street. Commercial relocations are a much more complex project than people typically recognize and if not managed properly, they can disrupt operations and lead to costly downtime. With proper move planning and preparation, you can avoid the madness during move day and ensure a seamless transition.
When it comes to your next commercial relocation, make sure every detail is covered by considering all of the following:
✔️ An Accurate Space Plan – Having a detailed and accurate space plan is critical to ensure the new space aligns with operational needs, functionality, and overall design and feel. This space plan will also serve as the foundation of all move efforts and will be critical for planning a seamless relocation.
✔️ Move Planning & Coordination – Developing a comprehensive move plan, including assigning move captains and creating move maps, will safeguard against any confusion during the Move Event. A seamless transition over a single Move Event is dependent on the proper delegation of responsibilities and coordination of tasks leading up to a successful Day One in the new space.
✔️ Site Preparedness – Confirming that your new location is ready to be occupied is essential. Ensuring all connections are accurately located and testing functionality in preparation for receiving all the equipment and technology is a key requirement. If either location is not properly prepared and move paths are not secured with property managers ahead of the move, your operations will experience disruptions and costly downtime.
✔️ Employee Training – Your next relocation is likely a first for many of your employees. In addition to a comprehensive move plan, a successful relocation will also be dependent on proper labeling and packing procedures to reduce lost or misplaced items. A focused effort in training your employees on best practices and proper procedures for packing and labeling will have a direct impact on the outcome of your Move Event.
Don’t let your next corporate relocation turn into a last-minute scramble. Assigning a dedicated single resource with the experience to oversee the transition will provide you with the confidence that your Move Event and Day One in the new space will be a positive experience.