Moving an office takes more than money; it takes time. Time lost to the moving process translates to real money lost during the downtime of your business. On the other hand, rushing the process can lead to less than optimal office configuration and setup. There are steps that can be taken before, during and after the move to minimize downtime and get back to business.
Be sure to note all of your furniture pieces and their condition prior to the start of your office relocation to make sure nothing gets lost or damaged.
Take inventory of office furniture and supplies. Before moving day, there is more that can be done besides packing boxes. The first step is to take inventory of all of the office furniture, supplies and equipment. As the inventory list is made of the current assets, be sure to include the measurements and the condition of each piece.
Plan the new office facility. Once inventory is complete, consider where each piece will best fit in the new office. Next, consider recycling any office furniture that may be past its prime or no longer relevant given the space of the new office. Finally, create a moving strategy to outline a specific plan for moving day and inform the staff of any responsibilities.
Stay open for business. During the move, it is possible to remain open for business by renting office furniture and setting up a temporary, transitional office. While the permanent furniture is moved to the new facility, your office can proceed with “business as usual” because of the supplementary rental furniture. The cost of downtime taken to move typically outweighs the cost of setting up a temporary office with rental furniture; which makes it an easy decision to rent furniture.
Furnish the new office. Perhaps, a recent upgrade to a larger location has left empty space where old furniture is unable to cover the whole office. Or, perhaps, the new facility has a completely different layout and the furniture is no longer as welcoming or conducive to productivity. In either case, renting office furniture is the perfect way to furnish the office without an expensive investment. Making use of the rental office furniture until you are ready to purchase is an option that should always be considered. Moreover, businesses frequently choose to continue renting furniture for the flexibility it allows as the dynamics and needs of the workplace change.
Relocating an office already costs enough money; avoid additional costs by planning your move correctly. It is possible to avoid the financial strain of moving day and beyond by renting office furniture.
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