Facility Management

What moves you?

The hard decisions have been made. Accommodation needs have been analysed, the market has been tested, alternative premises have been viewed, shortlisted and the best option has been decided on.

The net present value and revenue impacted financial model are done, the business case and board paper approved, and finally the heads of agreement signed. Time to relax? Not a chance – the hard work is only just starting.

Relocation challenges are linked to many variables, including accommodation size, number of the employees relocating, whether moving to existing or new fitout, the time period available and many other imponderables.

Once you’ve signed for the new space, the ‘drop-dead’ date is now unchangeable, unlike many other corporate projects. Detailed planning to ensure that nothing goes amiss is essential. And, as always seems to be the case, the

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