Moving an office in the Atlanta metro area is a bit like navigating the Downtown Connector at 5:00 PM—it requires patience, a solid plan, and a very clear sense of direction. Whether you’re scaling up in Midtown or streamlining your footprint in Alpharetta, a successful move depends on what you do before the trucks arrive.
At Atlanta Office Liquidators (AOLI), we’ve seen it all. We know that the difference between a “seamless transition” and a “logistic nightmare” is a well-managed checklist. Use this guide to stay ahead of the curve.
6 Months Out: The Strategy Phase
- Audit Your Current Lease: Review your exit requirements. Do you need to return the space to its original “broom-clean” condition? If so, you’ll need to schedule office furniture decommissioning early.
- Define Your New Space: Don’t just move your old problems into a new building. Utilize office space planning and design to ensure your new layout actually fits your team’s workflow.
- Set a Budget: Factor in moving costs, new furniture purchases, and potential furniture rental for temporary gaps.
3 Months Out: The Inventory Phase
- Inventory Your Assets: Determine what is moving, what is being replaced, and what is redundant.
- Schedule Liquidation: For the items you aren’t taking, contact us for office furniture liquidation. We can help you recover value from your used desks and chairs, often offsetting the cost of the move.
- Order New Furniture: If you’re upgrading, now is the time to browse our new and used inventory. Ordering now ensures your delivery and installation align perfectly with your move-in date.
1 Month Out: The Logistics Phase
- Coordinate with IT: Ensure your data cabling and server migration are scheduled.
- Notify Stakeholders: Update your address with the USPS, your bank, and your clients. Don’t forget to update your Google Business Profile for your new Atlanta or Doraville location!
- Finalize the “Move Team”: Assign internal “move captains” for each department to handle employee questions and packing supplies.
2 Weeks Out: The Detail Phase
- Confirm Building Access: Check with both your old and new landlords regarding loading dock hours and freight elevator reservations. Atlanta high-rises can be strict about “after-hours only” moves.
- Employee Packing: Have staff pack personal items. Label everything clearly with a numbering system that matches your new space planning map.
- Professional Cleaning: Consider furniture cleaning services for the pieces you are keeping, so they look brand new in your upgraded space.
Moving Week: The Execution
- Supervise the Install: Our furniture installation team will handle the heavy lifting, ensuring cubicles are reconfigured and desks are leveled according to the plan.
- The Final Walkthrough: Once the old space is empty, perform a final walkthrough to ensure you’ve met all decommissioning requirements to secure your security deposit.
Moving Doesn’t Have to Be a Headache
Relocating is the perfect time to hit the “reset” button on your company culture and productivity. By partnering with AOLI, you get more than just movers—you get a full-service team that handles liquidation, design, and installation under one roof.
Ready to get your move in gear? Contact the AOLI team today for a free consultation on your upcoming relocation. We’ll help you cross every item off your list!
