Checklist

Office IT Relocation Checklist

Plan and execute an office IT relocation with zero data loss and minimal downtime.

Purpose

Moving offices is one of the most complex IT operations. This checklist ensures every piece of equipment, every network connection, and every user account is properly migrated.

Pre-Move (4 Weeks Before)

Inventory all IT equipment at current location
Document network topology and cable connections
Order internet and phone lines at new location
Plan new office network layout
Communicate move schedule to all employees

Move Day

Power down all equipment safely
Label all cables and equipment
Transport equipment with proper packaging
Set up network infrastructure first
Deploy workstations and verify connectivity
Test all printers and shared devices

Post-Move

Verify all users can access systems
Test backup system at new location
Update asset registry with new locations
Decommission old office IT infrastructure
Verify VPN connectivity to head office

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