General Guidelines for Relocating your Business
Moving your business to a new location can become a real headache if it’s not planned properly. While it’s bound to be a hassle, there are some general guidelines you can follow to have a smoother business removal.Plan in Advance
Planning properly and well in advance is what will save you a lot of money and time later. Moving a business can be more cumbersome than some people think. Although it depends on the size of your business, it’s a good idea to plan at least three or four months ahead.The Devil’s in the Details
Don’t forget that relocating a business also implies a lot of paperwork. Make sure you don’t overlook any of it. You have to be easy to findfor both old and potentially new customers, so put a sign in your old office indicating the address of your new premises and including a map if possible. Update your website with the new contact details, including new phone number if necessary. And get new business cards!Cleaning Time!
Junk has an annoying tendency to pile up in businesses: Ancient documents, shabby furniture, outdated equipment no longer in use... This is the best chance you’ll have any time soon to do some proper clean up! If this is done before moving day, it will save you a lot of time and effort. Be careful when you dispose of documents though—they may be old, but that doesn’t mean they’re not confidential any more. Shred them to keep them away from prying eyes.Get Help
Planning a business relocation is a tricky task, especially for newbies. Getting help from specialists is the best option. They have already done this kind of thing hundreds of times before and hence will have a better understanding of the particular needs of your business. Make sure they are experienced in the area where you operate, for example hire specialists in office removals in London.Talk to your Employees
Your staff needs to know when the relocation will take place and how. This will allow them to build their schedules accordingly. It is also highly advisable to make them part of the relocation planning as they are probably more aware of location and/or equipment needs than yourself.Talk to your Customers
Depending on the type of business you run, asking your best customers for some feedback about the relocation can help you get a better picture of how both the moving and the relocation may affect your customer base. After all, your customers’ needs are your need, plus they will feel that they actually matter to your company.Relocating a business needs money, time—and hard work! But, between you and me, you’ve been through worse.
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