What Every Business Should Know Before an Office Move

Staff members need to know where the company is moving, when the transition will occur, what they need to pack, and when they should report to the new workplace.

They may also need information about parking, public transportation, building access, desk assignments, remote-work arrangements, and changes to workplace facilities.

Communication becomes particularly important when relocation affects commuting patterns.

Give Employees Clear Packing Instructions

Employees should not have to guess what belongs in a box.

Management can provide simple instructions covering:

• Personal belongings
• Desk contents
• Confidential paperwork
• Computer equipment
• Department supplies
• Box labeling
• Items that movers cannot transport

Consistent labeling also makes unpacking significantly easier.

Plan the New Office Before the Truck Arrives

Unloading should not become an interior-design meeting.

The new workplace should have an approved layout before moving day. Movers need to know exactly where departments, furniture, equipment, and boxes belong.

A numbered or color-coded system can make this easier.