Factors to Consider When Choosing a Commercial Mover Service in Indonesia

When the time comes to move office, there are many factors to consider, and it might seem to be an all-consuming task. Apart from all the planning and packing that comes with moving, you’ve got the leases to negotiate, renovation costs and many other issues that will keep you awake. Hence, the last thing you want is a mess on the day of your move.

It might seem feasible to make a small office move by yourself, but it’s nearly always better to leave it to the experts, one who not just transports your office assets but one who can also manage, plan and advise throughout the process.

This article will walk you through a couple of factors you should keep in mind before selecting a moving company in Indonesia for your office move.

1. Accredited Commercial Mover Company

Only put your office assets such as furniture and equipment in the hands of a reputable mover company. You could start by visiting the company’s website and see whether you can find any reviews, testimonials or even case studies.

Most reputable moving companies have their own website, where you can get more information about the company. This includes the company’s history, services, contact information, and such. Generally, a well-established commercial mover with extensive background is a more reliable choice.

 2. Experienced Commercial Mover Company

Moving an office often requires a different set of skills than moving household items. Too often, run-of-the-mill house movers claim to be professional office movers when they do not understand the nuances associated with office moves. These include knowledge of the loading/unloading logistical issues, the moving hours stipulated by your building managers, and most importantly, your needs in planning your move to ensure minimal downtime and disruption to your business.

 3. Get a Quote from Commercial Mover Company

When you begin gathering the information, it helps to compare a few quotes.  Whilst price is an important factor – it is as important that you compare like-for-like services. A low price can be enticing, but are you getting a top-quality service and does the quote cover everything you need?

Often companies would provide low quotes but then add on a number of extras during the move leading to a much higher final cost than expected.  So, if you don’t want any nasty surprises after your move, pay attention to outliers before the process starts.

4. Dedicated Commercial Mover Manager

Check that you have an experienced commercial move manager running your office move.

They will be your point of contact throughout the move process and will help you plan and execute the project smoothly with minimal downtime. They will also be working closely with you to understand your scope and requirements, breaking down how people are working and what they require to support the way they work.

5. Are Packing and Unpacking Services Included in Commercial Moving?

When you choose a commercial mover, ask them if they will be able to provide you with all the boxes, crates and packing materials you will need.  You should also be clear as to whether a full packing and unpacking service is included in your quote. You don’t want any nasty surprises on move day.

6. IT Integration by the Professional

The majority of office moves involve computers or server relocations.  With most businesses relying heavily on this equipment, it is essential that this part of the move goes smoothly.

Check that your commercial mover has technical and skilled specialists in handling similar equipment to ensure that your IT equipment or infrastructure is in the safest of hands.

7. Equipment or Furniture Disposal

Whether if you are planning to redesign your office space, or you are planning to downsize/upsize your workspace, or even just decluttering your office, it is crucial that you would dispose of any unwanted items in environmentally appropriate ways.

You should reach out to commercial movers that offer support when it comes to disposing of redundant office items, especially IT equipment. This is to ensure all your company’s critical data does not fall into the wrong hands

8. Commercial Storage

Some office moves require storage space either before the move or during a refurbishment or restructure.  Check whether your commercial mover offers commercial storage.

If you have high valued items that need to be stored, make sure that the storage company offers enhanced storage solutions such as CCTVs and alarms, environmentally controlled storage areas, fire suppression systems and even storage vaults.

You should never compromise on the office moving company you settle for. So if you keep the above factors in mind, getting a proper commercial moving company will be a breeze.

Get in touch with us and let our professional relocation specialists help you plan your next move. Check out Crown Workspace for more info.