Relocating your office often means evaluating your computers, printers, copiers, fax machines, scanners and other equipment to determine if an upgrade is in order. Office equipment is essential to the daily operations of your business, but it also represents a large expense. If you’re hoping to use your move as an opportunity to trade in…
Trying out new IT or voice and data services – that’s fun. Picking out new office carpeting and paint for a new office design – that can be even MORE fun! But while there are some high points and fun tasks that can be found on your office relocation checklist, finances is not one of…
They are piled up. They are stuffed in drawers. They are collecting dust in an “out” bin. One of the least favorite administrative tasks is filing but imagine the massive piles of paper and manila folders that need to be safely transitioned to a new office space during a relocation. There are many things to…
When planning an office move, there are so many things to consider like office furniture, office design and business computer systems. You get so wrapped up deciding whether the commercial real estate you plan on leasing will have enough space now and for long-term growth that sometimes you may not think about how your current…
You’ve seen it a hundred times on HGTV, DIY, and even Food Network. A TV host magically turns a blah space into an “Ahhhhh…” space. Behind the host there is always a team of experienced designers and builders who make the transition/magic really happen. When planning a relocation, consider hiring your own team of magicians…
Although you may have the perfect office design plan for your new office space, your vision needs to be supported by some crucial nuts and bolts. Here are a few considerations you may have overlooked in your design prep that could save you the cost of future carpet and lighting renovations. 1. Coordinate all colors within…
As summer approaches and you’re shopping around for your new business site, why not think about incorporating outdoor space into your office plan? In an outdoor courtyard, employees can get a breath of fresh air, eat a quiet lunch, or even have a brainstorming session. Many businesses also find that their courtyard comes in handy…
Negotiating a commercial lease for your new office space can be one of the more confusing aspects of the office move process. The lease establishes your relationship with your landlord. It not only sets down the rules and regulations for your day-to-day relationship, but also for what happens when things go horribly wrong. Most landlords…