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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