When the time comes to move your business to new premises, there are going to be a lot of things to organize. However, it doesn’t have to be an overly stressful process if you put some energy into planning the transition period minute by minute. If you are looking for some guidance and pointers, the guide below has some ways to ensure a business move goes off without a hitch.
Communication is Key
Communication is key to enabling a seamless move, and it has to be at the forefront of every single step. There will be lots of people that you need to organize to ensure there is no dip in output, which could be a harmful prospect for the company.
It’s not like you can just shut everything down for a week, move, and then pick up shop as though there was no delay. Some businesses may opt for a day-long closure, but even if that is the case, it has to be discussed with vendors, clients, and employees. If it isn’t, there is too much of a risk that things go wrong.
Make sure there are lots of conversations and written confirmations about where everyone needs to be and what is expected. It will also be a good idea to compile a universally visible itinerary in an easy-to-find location like a website or internal bulletin platform.
External Input
A managed services provider is someone that takes care of the big stuff and the small detail so you don’t have to worry. Everything from transitioning your phone lines to ensuring network connectivity when you sit to do business in the new space is available, and it’s easy to see why this has become such a popular option.
Similarly, if you’re also relocating employees overseas, partnering up with an EOR will simplify the entire process for you
Develop an Interim Strategy
As well as the plan for moving, there has to be some thought put into the interim strategy for retaining productivity. Focus on engagement factors, and how to rally employees while everything is changing.
Embrace Flexible Working
Until the move is complete, there is always the option of embracing flexible working styles. By offering employees the opportunity to work at home, there will be fewer delays and more scope for continuity in project fulfillment too.
Employee morale will be boosted, and it means there will be no mad rush to get everyone into the new premises. The natural consequence of this is that there is more chance to settle in and get back to normal, and employee in-person return can be phased so everyone feels comfortable and knows what to do.
Delegate
As a manager or head of the company, there are always a thousand things to do. When you are trying to move the whole company into a new building, there are inevitably going to be a thousand more. That is why a strong leadership team is vital so that there is plenty of room to delegate when the need arises.
So there you have it. As long as time is taken to think things through, moving premises can be as smooth sailing as possible. Don’t be afraid to get input from external sources, often this gives you the advantage of minimizing disruption.
