How to Make Your Business Move as Easy as Possible

In many ways, an office move for a commercial company is more complex than a domestic house move. Not only will you need to think about packing and all the other aspects of the removals process, but you will also need to bear in mind the business disruption this period may bring. 

Here at Clockwork Removals and Storage, we’ve spent more than 25 years providing commercial removals to companies nationwide, and in this article, we’ll provide you with some top tips on how to make this type of move as easy as possible.

Use a professional business removals company

The first, and best, thing you can do to make a business move easier is to hire a professional removals company to help you. A trained team can take the burden of planning your move off you, allowing you to continue to focus on your business and minimise disruption as much as possible. Plus, professional companies are experienced in moving furniture and other office equipment, meaning accidents are less likely to happen along the way. 

Get organised early

You should start planning your move at the earliest possible point. This will save a last-minute rush that can make the experience more distressing and increase the likelihood of mistakes. Contact your removals company as early as you can to ensure they’ll be available on your chosen moving date. 

Communicate internally and externally

Notify all your employees as soon as you can to ensure everyone is clear about the move. This also means they will be aware of any moving responsibilities they may have in plenty of time, helping everything to run smoothly. Also, notify any clients or external partners of the move. Some disruption to operations is expected when moving office, so making them aware ahead of time will remove the element of surprise. 

Pack efficiently 

Make sure to label all boxes clearly and pack your furniture or equipment in the most efficient way possible. Most professional companies will offer packing services to do this for you, giving you more time to work on your business and giving you peace of mind that everything is being packed in the most effective way. At Clockwork Removals and Storage, we provide our commercial clients with a packing service that uses specialist crates for all your office equipment. This includes dedicated IT crates to keep all of your tech equipment safe during the move.  

Map out your new space

Before moving day, make sure you have a clear idea of what your new space will look like. Creating a floor plan will help you visualise the new space and will make unpacking quicker and easier for you or your removals team, as they will already know where everything will need to go. 

Prioritise IT

IT is a fundamental part of every modern business, so you should always prioritise these systems when making your office move. Talk to your removals company about your IT requirements, and they can help you devise a plan on the best way to move this equipment without causing too much disruption. At Clockwork Removals and Storage, we offer a comprehensive technology relocation service that includes everything from decommissioning of servers to cabling services and everything in between.   

Work out what you need to keep

An office move is a good opportunity to work out what items you want to keep and what you can get rid of – especially if you’re downsizing. If there is any furniture or technology you no longer need, Clockwork Removals and Storage can assist. We offer environmental furniture disposal as well as waste electrical and electronic equipment recycling (WEEE). We also offer commercial storage solutions if you need to store anything during or after a move. 

At Clockwork Removals and Storage, we’re experts in all kinds of commercial moves. We can assist with business moves nationwide, so no matter where you’re based or the size or scope of your next move, our team is here to help. For more information, contact our team today.