If you’re thinking of moving office premises, then it’s probably a decision you’ve been putting off for some time, as there’s a considerable amount of hassle and upheaval involved in relocating – though one of the most prohibitive factors is that of cost, particularly as a small business.
In that vein, this article takes a look at some cost saving ways to move office in addition to ensuring you squeeze the most out of your new space. In fact, let’s first take a look at what to look for in your new premises.
The key to making the most out of any working area, but particularly a small space, is to ensure there’s plenty of natural light. This way the space will feel much more airy and spacious, giving a sense of calm and clarity, whereas a dark space has been proven to lower mood and productivity levels significantly.
The next ingredient is that of fresh air, meaning you want a property with windows that open in order to get plenty of cool fresh air into the premises. This is particularly important if you will have a lot of computers in the space, as they have tendency to omit heat and make rooms feel rather stuffy.
It’s been proven that the cooler a room is, within moderation, and the more fresh air that is available rather than air conditioning, the more productive employees are. It’s therefore a good idea to be mindful about these two aspects and look for a property with sizable windows that draw in plenty of natural light and fresh air.
Now, in terms of saving money when moving office, let’s take a look at three key areas:
TRANSPORT
If you don’t have all that much furniture, then you could consider looking into searching for cheap van hire and transporting things yourself. Removal companies often charge exorbitant fees, especially to businesses, and whilst they can save a lot of hassle and physical effort if you’re a small business then you might want to just hire a van over the weekend and take care of things yourself.
DECORATION
In a similar vein, most office spaces tend to have white washed walls, as they bounce light around the space which leads to more productivity and focus – meaning, you don’t need to be an extraordinary painter to put some emulsion on the walls. Indeed, this is a job that can be done within a day or two; particularly if you’ve got a few willing friends.
STORAGE
One of the largest costs for many people, in terms of moving office, is that of storage. Whilst there is a need to securely store documents many companies charge a small fortune for this privilege, and it might be worth looking at a slightly larger unit, where you panel a section off, just for storage. This often works out cheaper and is certainly more convenient than outsourcing it to an external facility.
In summary, moving offices doesn’t have to be a hugely expensive ordeal as most times it can be done over a weekend with a little help from your friends (and possibly even staff).
- This post has been written for Morning Business Chat by an outside source
