Gather the details of your move
Gather the details for the move
A room plan and a labelled box accompany a list of addresses, items, access needs and responsibilities.
Requirements Addresses and dates Items and rooms Access and loading Roles and extras Shared brief Work Meeting Files Room A
Assign responsibilities Choose contacts for the move, facilities and IT.
Take inventory room by room List furniture, workstations, IT equipment and items to leave behind.
Describe both addresses Include floor area, additional spaces and any other stops.
Check building access Confirm lift dimensions, corridors, carrying routes and loading options at both locations.
Confirm the time window Record the preferred date, access times and when the business needs to be operational.
Plan for IT and sensitive materials Assign responsibility for disconnection, reconnection, records and access permissions.
Define optional services Describe packing, assembly, cleaning and any storage you need.
Label items by destination room Match the room list to the layout of the new premises.
Review the written quote Check scope, pricing, dates, responsibilities and terms.
Plan the final inspection Check the premises and inventory and record any issues.
Record anything that still needs checking
List the details you still need to check
Unconfirmed lift dimensions and other open questions go on a list with a person assigned to each check.
Lift Entry Check on site Measure To check Lift size · check Access · lead Weight · check Timing · follow up ? Verify
You can tick off an item once you’ve reviewed it, even if you still need an answer. Write down what needs checking and who will confirm it. Flag any unconfirmed dimensions, weights or access times.
Read the office move guide and what affects a moving quote .
Use the checklist when you request a business move quote .
Your brief Items Access Time window Services Keep planning Room A Meeting Files To the checklist
Plan the next part of your move Take the checklist and read more about quote briefs, handover and pricing.
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