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a checklist to help you



Keep track of your office move by the way of our checklist - created to make your transition as smooth as it should be.

Each of the 5 sections contains a list of things to consider when moving offices. Go through the list and tick off each action when completed. This will give you a structure for your move and may prompt you to consider something that has been overlooked.

Good luck and get ticking!

Please click here to download a printable version.


#1 choosing the right office

Check your current lease expiry date
Assign an office move manager
Agree office move requirements and brief
Agree budget
Choose a property consultant and instruct
View potential properties
Arrange your property shortlist
Choose a property solicitor
Obtain costs on shortlisted properties
Choose preferred office and make offer
Negotiate details of the lease
Sign lease

#2 selecting your preferred partners

Choose a design and fit out company
Visit premises with preferred supplier and brief them on your requirements
Approve fit out company's layout drawings
Audit current furniture to be taken with you
Approve quotation for new furniture
Audit current IT software and hardware

#3 planning your move

Take staff to view new site
Brief preferred IT supplier regarding move
Arrange cabling, furniture interiors, telecoms and IT to be delivered and installed
Arrange for utilities to be installed

#4 your move

Choose an office removal company
Brief and confirm the move date
Mark and identify items to be moved
Supply removal company with floor plans
Order packaging for equipment and files
Inform all staff of move date

#5 after care

Arrange for dilapidations to take place
Inspect site
Raise any snagging issues
Notify all suppliers, customers and utilities providers of move
Renew service agreements, licensing, leases and insurances
Update and order new stationery and marketing material
have you chosen the right office? have you chosen the right office?
have you calculated the space you need? have you calculated the space you need?
is it time to plan your office move? is it time to plan your office move?
have you organised prefered suppliers? have you organised
prefered suppliers?
are you happy with your new office are you happy with your new office?
are you prepared for your move? are you prepared for your move?
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