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Before You Move

• Select a move coordinator who can be the point of contact with your employees and Galleria Property Management.
• Evaluate telecom/data needs and hire a contractor.  Work with Galleria Property Management for a smooth implementation.
• Hire a mover with adequate experience and insurance.
• Inventory and assess your furniture, IT and other equipment needs and order as necessary.
• Assign workspaces before the movers start.
• Obtain general liability and business insurance to meet your lease requirements.
• Order signage through Galleria Property Management.
• Handle change of address: notify USPS, clients, change stationery and business cards.
• Order keys and access cards through Galleria Property Management.
• Purchase any moving supplies you might need.
• Reserve freight elevators and loading docks through Galleria Property Management.
• Communicate the move schedule to employees.

The Day Before the Move

• Pack up desks.
• Back up computers.
• Label boxes appropriately.
• Distribute new keys and access codes/cards to employees.

Moving Day

• Protect moving path.
• Post signs as needed for staff and movers.
• Set up lost and found.
• Clean out old office.
• Collect old keys and access cards to former location.