Getting your workspace ready for the big move

Getting your workspace ready for the big move

• Purge unnecessary supplies, files, etc that you won’t need in your new office.
• Pack and move personal items yourself (clocks, photos, knickknacks, pictures, plants, etc).
• Back up computer files and keep separately from computer.
• Put lids on pens and bundle together.
• Dispose of any liquids (including opened printer cartridges and toner) to avoid leakages.
• Place office stationary (stapler, paper clips, pens, etc) and any loose items inside envelopes, then pack into boxes.
• Disconnect electronics and computers, taping cords together.
• Empty desk drawers, bookshelves and cupboards. Packing all items into boxes.
• Label all boxes and equipment clearly
• Heaviest items should be placed in smallest boxes
• Pad boxes with additional paper to cut down on movement.
• Individually wrap glass or breakable items such as coffee mugs, vases.
• Once emptied, lock or tape desk drawers together. These items will be mostly likely moved on end.