Moving premises can be a complex process for businesses. There\u2019s a range of potential pain points. We\u2019ve compiled this list of top challenges for business movers, and offered some advice about how you can meet them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Expenses can add up quickly, with costs for moving services, renovations, IT infrastructure, and even lost productivity during the transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Try not to underestimate these costs \u2013 when you budget your move, build in a contingency so any unexpected costs are manageable. When you move with us<\/a>, you might also want to consider how you can even out your energy payments annually, via a business cashflow payment plan<\/a>. Understanding, or estimating, what you\u2019ll be paying when for energy, may help make other less predictable costs easier to accommodate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Moving can disrupt normal business operations, which can impact revenue, customer service, and productivity.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Time your move for when you disruption is going to have the least affect on your bottom line. Get your electricity, natural gas and other utilities sorted so that the lights are on and the water is running on the day you move in. We can help with a great energy plan<\/a>. You want to be sure that when you business hits its busiest period, everything from the move has been settled.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Coordinating a move involves multiple vendors and tasks, from furniture setup to internet installation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Dedicate this as a project management task, in order to minimise delays, and reduce risk of stock and other items going missing. If you move with us<\/a>, you\u2019ll be welcomed into My Account<\/a> as soon as you\u2019ve booked your move<\/a>, so you\u2019ll know in real time how things are progressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have a team, be aware that moving can affect employee satisfaction, especially if the new location is less convenient for commuting or disrupts their work environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Communication is so important at this time. Keep the team clear on whats happening and be willing to offer support where you can. Want to thank and acknowledge staff members at this difficult time? Origin customers get access to <\/mark>loyalty rewards<\/mark><\/a>, so why not redeem these and pass them on, as a goodwill gesture?<\/mark><\/p>\n\n\n\n Ensuring reliable connectivity, server setup, and cybersecurity during a move is challenging. Many businesses experience delays in getting internet<\/a> and phone lines fully operational, which can be especially problematic if you rely heavily on digital communication and data access.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Plan ahead and make sure you have a reliable provider and are on the best plan for you. We have a range of great internet offers<\/a> for businesses. <\/p>\n\n\n\n Moving to a new space often requires adjustments to workflows and layouts, which may initially disrupt productivity. It can take time for teams to adapt to the new setup, and in some cases, businesses discover space limitations or design issues that weren\u2019t evident before the move.<\/p>\n\n\n\n A way to be super efficient with your costs is to conduct an energy audit<\/a>, to ensure that from the start, you\u2019re set up to be as energy efficient as possible. Our team regularly works with businesses to get the most out of their energy, reach out and talk to us<\/a> about your business energy efficiency<\/a> options today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n New premises may bring unexpected compliance issues, like building codes, safety regulations, or lease conditions. Failure to meet these requirements can result in fines, extra costs for modifications, or restrictions on operations, adding stress to the transition.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Make sure you address your due diligence. Definitely review safety and accessibility codes, understand health and environmental regulations and apply where you need to for necessary permits and licenses early. In some cases you may need to engage legal and compliance experts.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Ready to make your move? Jump to our Move business premises<\/a> area and we\u2019ll help you get your electricity and natural gas moved fast.<\/p>\n\n\n\n2. Downtime and disruption to operations<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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