Office Moving Guide
There are numerous reasons why an organisation will consider an office move, a lease break or expiry may be looming or they may be growing as a business and need to find a larger, more fit for purpose space.
This guide provides logical step by step instructions to follow when looking to move offices. Read the guide below or click on the download button located on the bottom of the page.
Appoint a project leader to manage the whole process.
Pick the perfect location to base your company.
Forecast a relocations budget.
Enlist a property agent to assist your property search.
Hire a workplace relocation specialist with the right credentials.
Work with IT to implement their strategy into your new workplace.
Complete a storage audit to map out a landscape of your data.
Communicate with your employees to let them know about any changes.
Understand what space you really need and how to use it.
Pick furniture that is practical, comfortable and attractive.
Decide how sustainable you’d like your office to be.
Ensure your workplace relocation specialist provides a dedicated move manager to liaise with all external stakeholders.
Carry out a debrief once you’ve moved as key learnings will be useful for the next time.
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