Are you getting ready to move offices? As a leading commercial mover, we have a few tips for anyone relocating their office. According to Move.org, local moves are those that facilitate a relocation within 50 miles or less. Of course, we all know that for the mover, the toughest part of moving is packing and unpacking, regardless of how far the items will travel. Let’s review a few tips that can help you streamline the process when you’re preparing to move your office to a new location.

Conduct an Honest Inventory and Review of Belongings

The first thing any commercial mover will tell you is that there’s no need to pay to move stuff you don’t use. In the months and weeks leading up to your move, encourage employees to let you know what they do and don’t use. You might have a corner of a conference room devoted to damaged furniture or broken lamps. Make a plan to discard any such items before your move date.

Convert As Many Paper Files to Digital As Possible

Gone is the need to have cabinet after cabinet filled with paper files. Encouraging a paper-free environment at your workplace can help lessen the need for space and furniture to hold paper documents and files. If you know there’s a big move coming up, it’s an ideal time to begin converting needed paper files to digital ones. This action will also help with file management, security, and organization.

Review All Tech Devices and Electronic Equipment

Prior to your move, have the IT department run a full audit of all tech equipment and devices. There’s no need to move a huge photocopier that’s on its last legs, for example. The same holds true for outdated computers that are scheduled to be replaced. Make sure that you allow enough time for the proper disposal of all electronic waste before your move date. Also, if you’re planning to hire new team members who will require additional equipment, try to schedule their start dates for a time period after the move to avoid having to transport extra tech equipment.

If you need a commercial mover to help you relocate your business, you can rely on us! Contact us today to learn more about our services and how we can help you. We look forward to hearing from you soon!