Relocating your business can feel like a daunting task. Whether you’re moving down the road to a better suited space or have plans to expand your operations into a whole new region, it’s essential to approach your move strategically to ensure your plans go off without a hitch.
In this guide, we share three things to keep in mind when packing up and moving your business.
Auditing and decluttering
Relocating your business provides the perfect opportunity to audit and declutter your current setup. Before packing, think about which of your items are essential to your operations and which can be discarded or donated – keeping your typical customer in mind throughout this process can help you discern the inventory items you’ll need at your new location.
Remember, your customer base could very well have changed over the time you’ve been in business. While it might be tempting to hold on to every piece of equipment or product you have, this will only make your new space feel cluttered – whereas it’ll always be easy to find another organization, such as a charity, that’s willing to take the items off your hands.
Planning early and communicating effectively
Whether it’s a home or an office, packing always takes longer than we expect it to. If you’re lucky, you may have a few extra pairs of hands around to help with the moving and shifting – but if you’re a particularly small business with fewer inventory items, you may opt to do the bulk of the work yourself. Leave plenty of time to pack everything you need, and try to be done a couple days before you officially have to be out of the space, in case of any complications.
Communicate effectively with team members to ensure they know what’s going on and what the move will mean for their job roles, particularly if they work in the office. For a smooth transition, you could also consider contacting a moving company to help you relocate, as they’ll have the necessary equipment and expertise to handle your office items safely.
Updating your digital presence
As you prepare to move, it’s just as important to consider your digital presence as it is your physical one. Be sure to update your business address on your website and social media channels so that your customers can reach you at your new location.
A move is a wonderful opportunity to branch out and target new customers. So, consider taking advantage of this by announcing your new location online once you’re settled into your new space – it’s the perfect time to host a pop-up or launch party.
A beneficial business decision
Moving your business requires plenty of planning, communication, and strategic decision making. To ensure your relocation goes smoothly and is beneficial for your business, begin auditing, decluttering and packing as early as possible, trust in professional movers, and utilize digital platforms.
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