When running a business there may come a time when you want to relocate the business, this can be because of a number of things, like the lease has run out or you just want to relocate. No matter the reason it can be a tough thing to do and takes planning and preparation to make sure it goes smoothly and you are not out of business for too long while you actually move.
If you run your own business and you think it may be time to relocate for whatever reason, and you are just unsure where to start with your planning and preparations then these few tips should help you understand what you can do to make sure your business move is as smooth as possible.
Work out the costs
One of the most important things to factor and check is the costing of the move, how much is the new office going to cost? You also need to factor in any costs for new equipment and the actual move as well, you also need to take into account while you move and set up that you may not be trading so you need to factor in those losses when budgeting for your move.
Find a new location
You need to research and make sure where you are moving will be good for your business, if you think you could lose interest and customers moving to a different location then maybe move within the location you are already in. Also long distance moving can be tough as it will take longer to set up and potentially cost more, you will also be out of business for longer and may need new staff, as well as having to relocate yourself. These are all things you need to think about before committing to a location.
Design your new office
You need to also plan for when you get to the other end of the move, what will the new office look like, will it stay the same as the old one or are you going for a new look. You need to make sure you organise everything you need for the new office, whether that be furniture or the technology needed, you need to plan where it will go in the new building and make sure everything is fitted correctly so you can open back up as soon as possible. Planning the new office is very important as that is what can take the most time of the whole move, setting up the new office and making sure everything is in place, so having a plan and knowing what you want will help this go quicker and smoother.
If you are planning to relocate your business for whatever reason that may be, and you are unsure what you should be focusing on and what you should plan for, then hopefully, these few tips will help to get your started and give you some idea of what you should be doing for your office relocation.
BY TECHIE MAMMA