Business Relocation Trends

Posted on December 2, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Business relocation can be a stressful and complex experience. For many business owners, however, relocation can be a vital step toward improving their customer base and company longevity. A business relocation can also be costly. For small businesses or for businesses with small margins, making sure that the relocation is carefully planned and budgeted is essential to make sure that the business does not lose money during the move.

Relocation Trends

Some of the trends associated with business relocation can be signals of deeper business problems that company owners are not wanting to address. One major reason that many businesses want to relocate is out of a hope that moving the entire operation to a new location will help a floundering business to revitalize itself. This rarely works, as there are usually other factors involved in the lack of success for the business, such as poor financial planning, lack of leadership, or other issues.

Another trend in business relocation is the increase of small to mid-size businesses wanting to leave larger metropolitan areas in favor of smaller, more tight knit communities. At the root of this trend is the idea that the “quality of life” for the business and for the employees can be improved in a smaller community. There is also the idea that it would be more beneficial to be a big fish in a little pond than a little fish in a big pond. A smaller service ensures that your particular business will be the primary supplier of the products needed in the area. This makes relocation very attractive to many business owners.

Before a Move

Before a business makes the decision to relocate, there must be a certain amount of research and planning to be done. Business owners will need to ascertain what kind of competition they will meet in their new location. How many other businesses similar to yours are operating in the same area? It is also necessary to try and figure out all possible moving costs ahead of time so that any expenses that the business will need to absorb can be planned for as much as possible.

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Business Relocation Trends

Posted on November 26, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Moving can be a difficult task for most businesses, and finding the right method can be taxing and, to say the least, frustrating. Recognizing and pinpointing a fun and effective method can make all the difference and even provide a positive and memorable experience. Relocation trends are popping up everywhere while providing the ones moving with a thorough migration.

One of the integral parts of uprooting is the monetary objection. There never seems to be enough money, but a new trend could help alleviate a lot of the stress of moving by finding ways to make money do most of the heavy lifting.

Evaluation

When someone is ready to make an involved move, whether it be commercial or residential, invariably, many items seem frivolous and the need to shed certain items arises. Take the time to look over everything and make decisions as to which items are necessary and which can go.

Calculation

Next, most items in a commercial move hold a large amount of monetary value and can be easily sold to those in the market. Advertising such opportunities is an easy task with today's online forums, and most people in the market would find certain items attractive in a business context. Find a price and apply the monies in any way necessary.

Transportation

Moving your little piece of the world to another location is difficult unless you have the resources to help. Expert Relocation Systems is perfect place to find all the help needed for such an endeavor.

Participation

With a strong management team in place, Expert Relocation Systems provides a creative crew that offers an organization unparalleled by any commercial moving company in the market. ERS also offers a website that details every aspect of its planning and execution. Information listed at Make Your Business Move Smoother By Purging gives a thorough example of a simple process that serves as an initial step to your relocation.

Additionally, ERS offers other methods of relocating your personal space and provides a step-by-step process that can be both fun and thorough at Four Surefire Ways to Prepare the Kids for a Move.

 

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Selecting the Best Commercial Moving Company

Posted on November 13, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

The process of relocating a business can be frustrating and stressful and has the potential to be an overall problematic experience. One of the greatest resources for researching and selecting a top-performing moving company is the Internet and review-based websites. Of course, a personal reference is best, but sometimes business owners just do not know anyone to ask, or the business is relocating to a different state and there aren’t any people to contact. This is where the Internet proves to be useful for this commercial moving search.

It is essential that you know how to proceed and what to look out for during your research.

1. Google – This leading search engine provides great results when you type in keywords and the ZIP code. This typically yields Google Business Local results. It is a great way to start. Make sure the business has a comprehensive website, and when you call their phone number you connect with the business and not a referral-farm call center.

2. Review sites – Once you select a few reputable looking companies, it is a good idea to visit websites like Yelp and CitySearch to investigate reviews of the company. It is important to read the reviews carefully and to be wary of too many overwhelmingly positive reviews; there is often a lot of fraud, and some companies just pay for fake reviews. Just use your best sense on this, and be aware that it happens. It is OK if you see some bad reviews. That is life, and not everyone will be happy all the time. A company that has a few bad reviews is likely not trying to defraud the system. Also, be aware of company listings that are not cared for and those that are careful to upload photos and information. It is a lot easier to care for a profile than to complete a successful move.

3. Online presence – It is important that the moving company you select has a large presence online; this includes social media. The reason is that having a major public presence means that there is a greater chance that their reputation is important to them, and their business practices will likely reflect that. The more places you can find them, the more opportunities for reputation issues in the event of a bad experience.

The bottom line is that the Internet, while a great resource, should be searched carefully. A user must take into consideration the aforementioned factors. Hopefully they will lead you to selecting a great moving company in your area.

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Tips for Planning IT Relocation

Posted on November 6, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Today, businesses are almost exclusively digital and rely heavily on their computers to operate in business. The information technology infrastructure and design is typically a major undertaking at a business and involves a combination of hardware and software. This is the case when wiring to servers must be interconnected through an entire office. In some cases, a business will have a separate room that maintains the server and specific temperatures and is often under lock and key. When a business is planning a relocation, the IT is an essential aspect to ensuring the business will be operational as quickly as possible.

If your business has a large or small IT infrastructure, it is very important that you connect with a relocating company that has the experience to handle this aspect of the move. Expert Relocation Systems is a professional relocating company based in Austin that has the experience to manage your IT relocation. There are several things that must be considered in the event a move is in the near future.

1. Inventory – The business must take a detailed inventory or wires, computers, servers, and other devices. This is both for security reasons and to ensure that the system will be recreated at the new location.

2. Backup data – A secure backup is essential to protecting a business from the worst-case scenario, losing data. If something unfortunate occurs during the move, the entire system can be restored. A great moving company will not even touch IT hardware unless it is assured in writing that a backup has been done. Even the most careful and experienced company can have an accident; the risk of not having a backup is too great.

3. Advanced planning – It is important to have a clear understanding about the amount of time necessary to recreate the entire IT system at the new location. In some cases, a business will plan accordingly and have its IT set up prior to moving. This might mean an overlap in offices; however, the added expense pales in comparison to being disconnected for a week or more.

It is important that a business is guided in the right direction when it comes to moving its IT systems. An experienced company like Expert Relocation Systems will explain each consideration and help a business make an easy transition without any major blips in its IT.

 

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Top 5 Reasons for Business Relocation

Posted on October 30, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Business RelocationThe location of a business is often vital to the success of that business. Current customers know where to go, and potential customers know where to find that business. This is why a business owner will resist moving its location; however, in some situations a relocation of the business is unavoidable.

Here are the top five reasons business relocation might be unavoidable.

1. Financial

Rent can be expensive, and a business that is experiencing financial struggles will consider cutting expenses. Rent is usually a major expense. Downsizing to a small facility or keeping the same size but moving to a lower rent district might be the only way for a business to survive tough times.

2. Demographic change

Although it is positive for a business to remain in the same location for many years, sometimes the area itself can change. If the business depended on a demographic that is no longer present, it is a good idea to consider moving. Finding the right area with the correct demographic should quickly fix the problem.

3. Travel

When a business takes on new jobs and services clients far from their location, it might mean that it's time to look into relocating the business. This means adjusting to the marketplace and having a presence in the area that has proven successful. It is a positive reason to make a change.

4. Growth

A business that is experiencing a boom and does not have enough space must make a move. The need to hire more employees, have enough storage, and keep up with the volume of work is crucial. A relocation will be unavoidable in this situation.

5. Safety

If a business is in an area that has experienced an increase in crime, this could be bad for business and just not safe for those working at the business. In that case it is a must that the business relocate.

Expert Relocation Systems in Austin is an experienced and professional moving company that will guide your business every step of the way. Having experiences with many different businesses needing to relocate for different reasons has proved helpful for new businesses going thought the same transition.

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Make Your Business Move Smoother by Purging

Posted on October 24, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

It’s time to move, so it’s time to add an incremental amount of stress because all of your stuff must be moved too. Boxes full of things that may never see the light of day again. You’ll need furniture pads to ensure that everything makes it to the new destination without any new scratches or dents. You’ll need to get labels to keep most things relatively organized. Then there’s the packing, lifting, carrying, and then getting to the new place and doing it all again, but this time in reverse. But what about things that haven’t been used or maybe even seen in years? There must a simple solution.

One of the first things to do is plan how to organize things that can be eliminated. If, while packing, you haven’t allotted enough time to plan how to get rid of things, then you may think it will be easier to sort through things at the new place. That’s just a form of procrastination. Think about how much easier the unpacking and organizing will be if items have already been sorted, and you only have what you want and need. Take time to plan and decide.

For most situations, there will be three piles during the “purge.” There will be the Keep pile of things you’ll use or will probably use; there will be the Give pile for friends and family who might find a use for old office furniture, like the college kid or the man who needs chairs for his man cave; and you’ll also have a Donate pile. The Keep pile should only be for things that will truly be used now or in the future.

This is a chance to make the new space more attractive for current and future customers. If the file cabinets were bought from an army surplus 40 years ago, now is the chance to give it away (or throw it out). Make the new space a chance for a new beginning. Get rid of paperwork from the Roosevelt administration, and make the move and the subsequent unpacking easier.

There is no way to remove all the stress of moving, but you can help make it easier by “purging” the extra things from your life and your move. It will not only allow for more space in the new place, but also it can save someone’s back who won’t have to move it. Maybe yours.

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Four Surefire Ways to Prepare the Kids for a Move

Posted on October 17, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

For many families, moving is inevitable. When children are involved, it can become an even more complicated process. While adults understand and accept the necessity of moving, it can oftentimes be much more difficult on kids. However, the transition can be smooth and positive for everyone involved. Here are some helpful tips to prepare the kids for an upcoming relocation.

1. Keep Children Involved

When kids are kept updated with what is going on in the moving process, the move will progress much more smoothly. Try things such as writing the moving date on a calendar and letting children know how many days are left until the move. Older children can be involved by packing their rooms or just their favorite items. It is also important for a child to be able to say goodbye to his or her room and the house.

2. Introduce the New Home and Surroundings

Take video or pictures of the new home and let the children look at them regularly until the move. Also, allow them to take pictures of the old house prior to the move. This will allow them to document their favorite parts of the old location. It is also a good idea to acquire a map of the new area and mark landmarks your kids may know about.

3. Throw a Going-Away Party

Throwing a going-away party is the ideal way to create lasting memories of the old home for children. Allow the children to help plan the event. Let their friends sign a t-shirt or stuffed animal, too. This allows the child to say goodbye to their friends and the old house.

4. Stay Positive about the Move

Even when parents are not thrilled about moving, they should remain positive for the sake of their children. Don’t constantly compare the old location with the new in a negative manner. The attitude that parents have regarding their new surroundings will rub off, which means it will make it easier for children to adjust.

Moving to a new location can be scary and overwhelming for kids. When parents implement the tips here, they can ensure that their children will adapt both quickly and positively to the new home and location.

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How to Grow Your Business When You Relocate

Posted on October 10, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

It is time to move your business to a new location, hopefully to a place with more of the kind of traffic you need to maximize your customer base. Moving anywhere and moving anything can be a stressful situation, but there are things you can and should do to make that move as efficient as possible. When it is your livelihood, you want to ensure that everything is smooth and systematic and that clients and vendors know where to find you.

Send out postcards and emails before you move, explaining where you are going and (if necessary) why you are moving. No matter the reason, make certain you put a good spin on it so customers understand how the new site is better for them. When the move is complete, repeat the process with emails and postcards to ensure that current customers know that you are now at a new address. Sometimes mailing a magnet or something similar with a bill that includes the new address and phone number can help customers remember that you have relocated and where.

Next, contact everyone who has your old address so the address can be changed. If there are billboards, update them. If there are internet directories, update them. Make sure phone books have the accurate address listed too.

Invite people to come into the store or office as soon as everything is moved in, and give them a reason to stop by. Offer a free hotdog and drink if they stop by on the first Monday you are at the new locations; offer them a discount if they come in and order something at the grand opening. The goal is not only to get existing customers to come by the new place so they will have the new location memorized, but also to attract new people into the new space. Also, do not forget to look through your client lists for people who used to be regulars but have not stopped by recently. This is a great chance to get them back into the store.

When people move store and business locations, it is always to improve the bottom line. With a few preparations, and a little extra time before and after the move, the move can pay off right away.

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The Right Way to Move Your Home or Office

Posted on October 3, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Just the idea of having to move the contents of your home or office can make your skin crawl. However, while thinking of all the responsibilities might send your brain into spin cycle, the moving experience is only as tough as you make it. Here are a few tips for preparing your home or office for a move and ensuring a smooth transition:

Give Yourself Time

Shortened time can cause stress and frustration. Giving yourself enough time to plan the move is essential to success. You should start planning for your move at least two months before the desired date to avoid tearing your hair out and sweating bullets during the week before the transition.

Hire Professionals

Why throw your back out if you do not need to? A professional residential and commercial moving company can perform the bulk of the work so you can relax and focus on other parts of your move. A relocation company can perform tasks such as coordinating your office or home furniture, moving sensitive electronic items, and packing and delivering crucial materials.

Downsize As Much As Possible

Trim the fat! Excessive items and unnecessary hoarded materials can slow down your move and cause confusion. You can save yourself aggravation by going through the desks, cubicles, dressers, and cabinets and throwing away items that do not need to move with you. “Fat” items include items such as clothing that no longer fits, outdated documents, broken electronics, mauled pens, and more.

Use Your Organizational Abilities

Office moves and residential moves are events that require excessive organizational skills and concentration – almost to the point of obsession. You can improve the moving speed and help your movers by placing items in categories with other like items. You will also want to use plenty of clear moving containers or cardboard boxes labeled with markers. A thorough organizational process will provide speedy packing and unpacking sessions.

Take Advantage of Technology

Finally, you can use smartphone applications to help you with organizing the items in your home or office. The Google Play and iTunes stores offer several organizational apps that can help you and your movers with object placements.

Stay mindful of these tips and you should ensure your successful relocation.

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How to Prepare for Moving Day

Posted on September 26, 2014 by Expert Relocation Systems

Moving is a daunting task and one that many find extremely stressful. With more than a decade of experience in relocation services, we understand the challenges of moving. Further, we can assure you that advance preparation can save you time (and headaches!). That said, here are our top seven tips for preparing your home or office for moving.

  1. Choose a Qualified Relocation Company. Choosing a reputable, insured, bonded moving company is the best way to assure that your relocation runs smoothly, efficiently and within budget.
  2. Rid Yourself of the Excess. Before packing your belongings, start ridding yourself of items you no longer want or need. As you look through your cabinets, closets and drawers, you’ll often discover items that have been tucked away for long periods of time. Also, you’ll find old documents, office electronics, clothing and other items you don’t use anymore. Garage sales, thrift stores and consignment shops are all great ways to get rid of items you no longer use. To discard old documents, look to shredding companies. Some office supply stores offer document shredding services.
  3. Create a Moving Notebook. With moving, organization is paramount. Thus, having a moving notebook is key to grouping together specific items or documents and keeping track of where those items and documents are. This moving notebook is also a great place to house expense receipts (in case you need them later).
  4. Make a Moving Notification Checklist. As moving day approaches, it’s easy to lose track of which service providers you’ve notified regarding the move. By creating a checklist, you can note of all offices you need to contact and check them off as each is notified. Remember to alert utility companies (electric, water, gas, cable and phone companies) as well as the post office, which offers change of address forms online.
  5. Group Magazines and Books Together. By stacking magazines and books together, setting up your home office or professional library at the new location will be both quick and easy.
  6. File Backup. While your personal computer should be packed last, be sure to create backup files for any documents stored on your hard drive. File backup options include CDs, USB drives, external hard drives or cloud-based storage services, which can be found online.
  7. Label Boxes Clearly. Each box should be labeled according to its contents and according to which room or office it should be placed in at the new location.

In conclusion, by creating an effective moving plan and by preparing yourself, the transition to your new home or office can be a smooth one.

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