5 Tips for Downsizing Your Office
Though the end may be in sight for the COVID-19 pandemic, the remote-work craze is far from over. As companies work to rebuild normalcy by returning to in-person workplaces, many are moving to smaller offices so some employees can keep working from home.
A recent survey by KPMG found that 17% of surveyed CEOs plan to downsize their business’s footprint this year. And of the companies currently looking for new offices, more than one third are looking for smaller offices than they previously had, according to FreeOfficeFinder.
The benefits of downsizing your office are plentiful. Not only does it allow for a more flexible workspace, but it also saves significant money and allows you to create a more productive and collaborative environment for your team. If you’re considering a downsize for your organization but don’t know where to begin, here are five things to consider:
1. Listen to your employees’ needs.
Before you do anything else, take a headcount to see how many people you actually need in your new space. Which of your employees want to stay remote and who is itching to get back in the office? Will there be private offices or do you want a more open layout? Map out a new floorplan according to your list of returning faces and understand what kind of space your team needs to be the most productive.
2. Embrace your inner minimalist.
While you prepare to move, rid your office of all clutter. If you have items that were collecting dust even before COVID-19 struck, now is your chance to get rid of them for good. Do you really need all of those monitors or that ancient fax machine? What about that extra set of chairs sitting in the closet? An expert partner like Armstrong Relocation – Huntsville can help you with this step by fully decommissioning your previous space. We’ll determine how you can maximize the value of your unwanted belongings while also staying efficient and environmentally-friendly.
3. Say goodbye to paper.
Don’t fall into the trap of hoarding paper documents in your new office. Instead, think about how much space you would save if you got rid of all your jam-packed file cabinets. Choosing a paperless approach to your filing systems is also better for the environment and more accessible for your remote employees. Go digital with your files and data-sharing in your new office to make the most out of your physical location. If you’re not ready to part with your files just yet, you can still reduce your on-site clutter by taking advantage of Armstrong’s off-site commercial storage solutions.
4. Think multipurpose.
When you are choosing which equipment and furniture to keep, consider how you can use items in different ways. Maybe your printer doubles as a copier or your conference table can be folded and stored. Items like these are great for smaller workspaces. Examine what you currently have in your office and get creative with how you can use all your belongings. If you only use an item infrequently for one specific purpose, consider leaving it behind when you downsize.
5. Hire professional help.
You shouldn’t have to walk through this process alone. By tapping into the knowledge of an expert partner like Armstrong Relocation – Huntsville, you can make your transition as stress-free as possible. While you focus on your business operations, our team will work to ensure that your move goes off without a hitch. We at Armstrong Relocation – Huntsville have decades of experience helping companies with commercial moves and we leverage that expertise to provide custom solutions for our clients that are grounded in the unique reality of their business.
When you are deciding to downsize, planning ahead is critical. Call Armstrong Relocation – Huntsville today at 256.772.6664 to learn how we can help!
