Accommodating Your Business Needs When Moving To A New Location
Whether you’re in the process of choosing a new office or even building your own commercial premises, moving can be a challenge for any business, and it’s important that it’s handled with care and organization.
As such, here, we’re going to look at how you can keep things up and running, supporting both your team and your clients while making a move that unlocks a brighter future for the business.
Work With Commercial Relocation Specialists
Setting up a new office is a lot more complex than simply moving home, and, as such, you should work with commercial moving companies that better understand your needs. This includes being able to safely pack, label, transport, and reinstall office equipment, furniture, and essential documents. Many of them also provide storage space, as office moves often are not done in one day, but staggered to allow for an effective and organized setup.
You should aim to coordinate their time to reduce downtime as best as possible, such as by moving after-hours or during the weekend to minimize disruption as best as possible. One of the most important points it to choose a company that has strong insurance coverage, as you can’t risk the loss that comes with having to cover lost equipment or tech.
Provide Space And Time For Your Team
If you’re relocating a big distance, not all of your employees might be able to make the move as easily as you. However, you can make that transition a lot easier for them. For instance, you can offer short term housing that provides them and their family a place to stay while they make more permanent arrangements without having to pile the costs directly on top of them.
Others may benefit from having some help in arranging and covering the costs of new transportation links. Showing your employees that you value their stability can help them feel truly catered for during the move, which can build real loyalty.
Use Digital Tools To Ensure Business Continuity
It’s fair to assume that your typical business tools might be out of access for a while during the move. Utilizing the services of virtual receptionists can ensure that you always have a front desk for your customers and clients to get in touch with, even when you don’t have any phone lines set up.
However, you can also make use of Cloud software to provide remote working options for your employees, whether you’re accommodating short-term needs while the office is set up, or even offering flexible working arrangements for those who might not be able to make the move with you any time soon. If there are going to be any breaks in your business continuity, be sure to inform clients ahead of time so they can adjust their expectations, rather than facing a nasty surprise.
Some compromises may have to be made in the process of moving your business, but with the tips above, you can ensure continuity for everyone as best as possible. As such, it’s important to give yourself the time you need and to set up the resources necessary to make the transition as cleanly as possible.
