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FF&E Minimizes Your Downtime

When moving from one location to the next or when refreshing your office space, it is important that you minimize downtime as much as possible. Many businesses find that their to-do list grows longer and longer as moving day approaches, making the need to hire a professional relocation team a priority.

In addition to our office relocation services, Clancy Relocation & Logistics offers FF&E services to round out your move and make the process that much smoother. FF&E, also known as furniture, fixture, and equipment installation, helps businesses get up and running faster than if they were to tackle this big task on their own.

What Does FF&E Cover?

Our FF&E team can take care of the installation and set-up of a long list of your items. This could include cubicles and modular furniture, as well as more involved electrical equipment and executive office suites.

Click here for more examples of what we can assist you with.

Who Can Benefit from FF&E Services?

Clancy Relocation & Logistics is proud to offer our FF&E services to a wide variety of clients across several industries. Our office furniture installers are adaptable, dependable, and efficient workers who are here to meet your specific needs, manage unique floorplans and relocate sensitive or heavy equipment while setting up your new space.

Some of the businesses we have collaborated with include:

  • Various industries’ office spaces
  • Laboratories
  • Hospitals
  • Technology-heavy workspaces
  • Data Centers
  • Hospitality/hotels
  • Libraries
  • Schools/classrooms

No matter the industry, each project is met with extreme attention to detail and provides a level of convenience for your space and employees. Your office will be ready to resume working in no time with our help.

Why Choose Clancy for Your FF&E Services?

When it comes to FF&E services, the Clancy crew is the best of the best. With a highly trained, certified, experienced, and uniformed team, every project we take on is completed in a timely and professional manner. Additionally, we guarantee no mess left behind and offer flexible appointments to work around your busy schedule. Your dedicated project manager will work with you to plan the relocation down to the last detail so that on the day of, we are met with minimal issues and disruption.

Request a Quote Today

Is your workspace planning a relocation or re-organization? Get in touch with us to discuss your FF&E needs today! This comprehensive service provides a solution that completes your move in a timely and quality manner so your team can get back to work faster. Give us a call at 845-302-3772 or fill out our online form to get started.

This year’s United Van Lines National Movers Study released early last week provides a fascinating insight into American migration patterns. According to the study, Baby Boomers and Gen Xers drove the shifts in migration, with Eastern states seeing the highest inbound moves. Vermont topped the list of inbound states for the second year in a row, with an inbound percentage of 77%.

On the other hand, New Jersey was the top outbound state for the fifth consecutive year, with 67% of moves being outbound. The survey also revealed that Baby Boomers and Gen Xers accounted for more than 55% of all inbound moves in 2022, indicating that these generations are seeking out lower-density areas for lifestyle changes, retirement and to be closer to family.

In the Northeastern region of the U.S., Rhode Island (66%), Delaware (61%) and Washington, D.C. (59%) were popular moving destinations in 2022. Southeastern states such as South Carolina (61%), North Carolina (61%), and Alabama (58%) also saw a high percentage of moves. Oregon followed Vermont as a top inbound state for 2022, with an inbound percentage of 67%.

The study also highlighted the key factors driving migration patterns in 2022, such as new jobs or company transfers and moving closer to family.

five year trends in top reasons for moving

“Key factors like retirement, wanting to be closer to family and lifestyle changes influenced by the pandemic along with current housing prices drove moving patterns in 2022,” Michael A. Stoll, economist and professor in the Department of Public Policy at the University of California, Los Angeles, said. “The United Van Lines study encompasses data that Americans are now moving from bigger to smaller cities, mostly in the South, some in the West, but even an increase of migration to the Northeast, which has not been typical. We’re also seeing younger Millennials migrating to vibrant, metropolitan economies, like Washington, D.C. and Portland, Oregon.”

Moving In

The top inbound states of 2022 were:

  1. Vermont
  2. Oregon
  3. Rhode Island
  4. South Carolina
  5. Delaware
  6. North Carolina
  7. Washington, D.C.
  8. South Dakota
  9. New Mexico
  10. Alabama

Of the top ten inbound states, four — Vermont, Oregon, South Dakota, and New Mexico — are among the least densely populated states in America, with less than 100 people per square mile. South Dakota and New Mexico are among the top 10.

Moving Out

The top outbound states for 2022 were:

  1. New Jersey
  2. Illinois
  3. New York
  4. Michigan
  5. Wyoming
  6. Pennsylvania
  7. Massachusetts
  8. Nebraska
  9. Louisiana
  10. California

Balanced

Several states saw nearly the same number of residents moving inbound as outbound.

Missouri and Nevada are among these “balanced states.”

Where does this move data come from?

For more than 40 years, United Van Lines has been tracking migration patterns across the country. The 2022 study is based on the household moves made by the UniGroup network, which includes the 48 contiguous states and Washington, D.C. The states are classified as “high inbound” if over 55% of the moves are going into the state, “high outbound” if over 55% of the moves are leaving the state, or “balanced” if the difference between inbound and outbound is almost even.

How to use the interactive map below: Click on the image for additional details about each state’s move activity.

To understand inbound and outbound percentages for each state, use the legend. To view reasons for moving and demographic data, select the year and state that you would like to view using the dropdown menus. (If you are using a desktop computer, you can use your mouse to click and select a state.) Please note that percentages pertaining to demographic data may not always total 100% due to respondents having the ability to opt-out of answering survey questions and/or to select more than one survey response per question.

To view the entire 2022 study and additional information from United, please visit https://www.unitedvanlines.com/newsroom/movers-study-2022

As a business owner, you may be dreading your upcoming office relocation. From disorganization to downtime, it may seem like a relocation will throw a complete wrench in your productivity — but it doesn’t have to.

With an experienced team like Clancy Relocation & Logistics by your side, your office move can be an efficient and smooth process. Here’s how to make your move with limited downtime:

Hire the Right Relocation Company

Finding the best team for your office relocation comes with a vetting process. Be sure to ask any and all questions you may have, including specifics about your move, the types of projects they have completed in the past, and if their fleet and crew are capable of handling the size and specifications of your relocation.

Create a Plan

Once you’ve hired the right team for the job, it’s time to formulate a relocation plan. Your dedicated project manager at Clancy will meet with you to discuss all the details of your relocation from employee communication to organization to a timeline for the day of.

During this phase of the process, our team will discuss the services we offer and how they will help create a seamless transition into your new space. These services include:

With years of experience helping offices of all industries and sizes complete their relocations, the Clancy team is well-equipped to take on your project and get your employees back to work the next day!

Communicate With Your Employees

Employee communication is crucial when trying to minimize downtime during a move. Keeping an open and honest line of communication will help employees prepare ahead of time and make for a smoother relocation.

Read more: How to Communicate an Office Move With Employees

Get Organized

Going into an office relocation with an unorganized and cluttered workspace is a recipe for delays. Our decommissioning services help archive old paperwork, dispose of unwanted furniture, and responsible disposal of outdated or unused technology equipment.

Read more: How to Organize Your Office Before and After a Move

Office Relocation Services You Can Rely On

Ultimately, the help of an expert team is what will allow you to keep productivity alive throughout your office relocation. Your Clancy project manager will maintain close, continuous communication while creating your detailed timeline and throughout the entire process.

If you’re preparing for an office relocation in the near future, it’s time to begin planning! Give our team a call at (845) 302-3772 to begin today.

Why You Should Move Your Business on The Weekend

When planning an office move, choosing your actual moving day is very important. While it may seem more convenient to complete the move during office hours, this can throw a wrench in productivity and increase your employee’s downtime.

Moving an office on the weekend is a great way to streamline the process and complete your project with minimal disruptions.

Limit Employee Downtime

By completing an office move over the weekend, you are able to avoid cutting into working hours. Employees will be able to work on Friday and seamlessly return to work on Monday in your new office.

Thanks to our efficient and experienced crew, your furniture, fixtures, and technology will be correctly installed and set up in time for work to resume as usual.

Read More: How to Communicate an Office Move with Employees

The Weekends Are Less Busy

During the week, the roads are filled with commuters headed to and from work. On weekends, you’ll find that roads will be less congested, allowing you and our moving team to enjoy more open roads and fewer delays.

Moving over the weekend will also benefit those businesses with offices in shared commercial spaces. This means less foot traffic in and out of the building, in hallways, stairwells, and elevators.

Planning Your Weekend Office Move

Overall, choosing to move your office over a weekend will allow us to avoid some potential bumps in the process and more seamlessly complete your relocation. If moving over the weekend is something you’re able to accommodate, we strongly recommend it.

Office Moves in New England and Beyond

Is your business preparing for an office move? Then it’s time to get planning with the Clancy Relocation & Logistics team today. We’ll work closely with you as you prepare to relocate your office, assisting with employee communication, disposition and decommissioningtechnology breakdown and setup, and more. Contact us today to get the process started.

Decommissioning An Office

Office decommissioning is more involved than a pick-up-and-go situation. Vacating a professional space requires much more planning than most office managers expect.

You need time to handle a decommission the same way you would need time to handle a move. You need to be sure to protect your company’s sensitive data, whether it is on paper or a hard drive. And you need time to minimize the number of unwanted items that will find their way to a landfill if there is not enough time to plan properly.

Working with an experienced team like Clancy Relocation & Logistics gives you access to the advice you need to plan properly.

What is office decommissioning? It is the process of bringing your commercial office space back to its original condition and ensuring you meet your lease surrender requirements. Here is a preview of the areas you will need to cover:

Lease Review

Your lease will have specific requirements that must be met before vacating your commercial space. This could include specific cleaning and repair requests. Look closely at your lease termination clause., Make note of these requirements, and begin formulating a plan to execute each one. We will help you plan a timeline but remember to allow at least 1 to 2 weeks to review the space with the landlord. You will have time to address any final punch-list items.

Planning & Organization

Our team will help you by surveying your office space and discussing all of the furniture and fixtures, technology, and archives. Once everything has been taken into consideration, you can put together a project plan with a realistic timeline.

Disposal & Recycling

e-Waste

After taking a look at assets, there may be a pile of outdated technology, such as used headsets, old phones, broken laptops, and more that you no longer need to keep. Clancy brings your e-waste to a certified e-waste handler. Our partners are R2, or E-Stewards certified. They will ensure HIPAA and NIST 800-88 compliant data destruction.

Shredding

How many drawers are in your office? Each drawer potentially has old confidential materials in them. Your plan should allow time to inspect every drawer and ensure all confidential materials are collected and destroyed.

Fixtures

The removal of certain fixtures may be required depending on your termination clause. Mounts for TV’s, built-in shelves, custom lights, and more may need to be removed. If there is any question in your mind, schedule a walk-through with the landlord. Tenants sometimes avoid this only to find out the landlord wants items removed.

What you want to avoid is addressing these issues with only a few days left in your lease. Knowing the requirements of the landlord well in advance will help avoid incurring additional monthly lease costs and other penalties.

The Broom Sweep

After removing all assets from the premises, it is time to get the commercial space prepared before handing over the keys. A broom sweep refers to a level of cleanliness. Pieces of paper and other loose items are completely removed. But the space does not need to be scrubbed clean. But be careful to review the lease termination carefully. If a carpet is badly soiled or worn, you may need to clean or replace it.

Our team will help get the space clean and in the suitable condition in order to meet your lease requirements.

Disposition & Office Decommissioning Services

Decommissioning allows for organized, responsible disposal of assets a business no longer needs as you prepare for a relocation. Begin your project with us today by requesting a free quote, or speak with one of our experts to learn more about our services.

Whether you’re helping a company move its entire operation to a new location or simply make an internal shift, organization is essential. The process involves a lot of moving parts, departments with different needs, and working with sensitive technical equipment.

With so much planning and execution to keep track of, there is no doubt that bringing in a professional moving company like Clancy will make any office relocation a much smoother and more successful process.

The Importance of Organization

Think of the paperwork, furniture, extra supplies, and technology that a large office space accumulates over the years. As a business grows, so too does the need for a place to keep all of these items. All too quickly, businesses find themselves overwhelmed and with little to no additional space.

An organized space will not only help with productivity before, throughout, and after a move, but it will also result in a more cost-effective and practical use of square footage for team meetings and temporary desks for remote workers when they visit.

Finally, office organization plays a large role in minimizing downtime for a business. A dedicated logistics team from our office moving experts will work hard to limit disruption and get teams back to work as soon as possible.

How Clancy Helps You Get Organized

With nearly a century of experience, Clancy can accommodate any office relocation as well as their storage needs. Here’s how we help:

Pre-Move

Ahead of an upcoming move, we encourage you to begin by hiring external help. A moving company with plenty of experience, like Clancy, will take the burden off of the business’s shoulders and ensure a smooth transition into a new space.

Before a move, offices should also consider doing the following:

  • Clear out spaces filled with old, outdated, or unwanted technology.
  • Remove filing cabinets and go paperless.
  • Dispose of unwanted furniture.
  • Archive old files.

Continue reading to learn more about how Clancy is equipped to help you with all of these tasks and more!

Planning

A dedicated team of Clancy experts will take on the office move from beginning to end. Together, we will work to create a moving plan and budget, identifying important dates and deadlines that must be met. We will then take a look at any IT needs, ensuring that the new office location can meet them. Then, we will inventory equipment, aid in consideration of going paperless, and put together any plans necessary for external storage.

From there, we will create a seating chart that best fits the needs of the business, provide an employee plan for moving day, and finalize a schedule.

Office Technology Relocation

IT teams have enough on their plates as it is. Our technology relocation services allow them to sit back and have our Data Technicians handle the equipment carefully, responsibly, and in a well-organized way. Our techs are able to inventory, relocate, and reassemble your PC stations to ensure they’re ready for use the following day.

Additional services we offer include:

  • Desktop disconnect/reconnect
  • Monitor arm installation
  • Sit-stand desk wire management
  • Datacenter/server room equipment relocation
  • PC peripherals, IP phones, and printer station set up
  • Responsible disposal of e-waste

If you are in need of a technological solution not listed above, please contact our team to see how we can accommodate you.

Storage Needs

There may be office inventory in need of long or short-term storage during your move. From unused furniture to extra equipment, our storage facilities are well-equipped to keep these items secure until they’re needed once again.

And if the business is ready to go paperless, or looking to clear out years worth of old paperwork, our team can store these files, or assist with environmentally responsible disposal.

Post-Move

Once our team has successfully moved everything to the new office space, our continued work helps get the business off to an organized start.

Clancy installers will handle the furniture installation, getting everything ready for the next work day. This includes configuring modular furniture, cabinets, shelving, cubicles, conference rooms setups, and more.

As described above, our data technicians will be working efficiently to install IT-related equipment and PCs, while performing quality control. Our techs will get workstations ready for employees, ensuring neat cable management and no connection disruptions.

Here are a few more tasks businesses may want to consider in order to keep up with organization after Clancy has completed their relocation project.

Utilize Storage

As the business grows and changes, try to avoid cluttering up the office with unwanted items. Instead, take advantage of our storage solutions and asset inventory management to maximize your usable office space and increase productivity.

Encourage Your Employees

Employees play a large role in maintaining office organization. Encourage them to keep workspaces tidy and to continue going paperless to avoid a build-up of paper archives.

As employees begin returning to the office for work, consider creating name placards for desks to help everyone know who is who and to keep desks orderly and neat.

Call on Clancy

If in need of additional office relocation or facility management services, feel free to give our team a call once again! We are always pleased to return and help businesses take care of their particular needs in order to have a well-functioning and productive office.

Ready to begin planning your office move with the help of Clancy? Give us a call at (845) 302-3772, or contact us online. We can’t wait to serve you!

Relocation For Your Sensitive Property

As you begin to prepare for the upcoming upgrade or renovation of your hospital, research laboratory, or pharmaceutical lab, it’s important to have an expert team that you can rely on to complete your project safely and efficiently. The Eagle Rigging & Transport crew is capable of expert relocation for your heavy, unique, and delicate equipment.

Discover what we can do for you:

Our Moving Capabilities

We understand the concerns associated with the handling and moving of your sensitive, high-tech medical equipment. That is why our team uses standard and custom tools designed for lifting, moving, and positioning of heavy and challenging shipments.

We are able to help you with the relocation of the following:

  • Optical tables
  • Air tables
  • Mechanical rooms
  • Chillers
  • HVAC systems
  • CT X-Ray imaging machines
  • Benchtop equipment
  • MRI machines
  • Appliances

Our services also include climate-controlled air-ride transportation, minor mechanical assembly, crating, and final placement of equipment.

Full In-House Abilities

In addition to the relocation of your medical equipment, our relationship with Clancy Relocation & Logistics allows us to offer you a more complete solution for your move. This includes the moving of your offices and installation of furniture.

This full service allows us to come up with the perfect plan for your situation and minimize downtime during your renovation or upgrades.

Custom Solutions for You

Eagle Rigging & Transport is here to support you with expert, reliable, flexible, and efficient services. We know that each project is unique and requires customized solutions in order to be a success. Give our team a call today at (845) 302-3772 to discuss your concerns, discover more about what we can offer you, request your free quote, and to begin scheduling your upcoming relocation.

Rigging is the Answer

Heavy loads need to be moved efficiently and safely. That’s where rigging comes in. Rigging is the process of attaching ropes, chains, or other devices to objects to move them. It is used in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, and transportation.

We’re discussing some of the benefits of rigging and how it can help you move heavy loads safely and efficiently for your business.

Protecting Equipment and Machinery

Rigging is an essential part of moving heavy equipment and machinery. Using rigging services can protect your investment and ensure that your equipment is handled with the utmost care. Rigging services use specialized equipment and techniques to move large items safely and efficiently. They can also help you avoid potential damage to your equipment.

When choosing a rigging company, it is crucial to find one that has the experience and expertise to handle your specific needs. The company should also have a proven track record of safety and customer satisfaction.

Safety

Safety should always be the number one concern when moving heavy loads. That’s why it’s important to use a rigging service to help with the move.

They have the proper equipment, which helps ensure that the move goes smoothly and without incident. The last thing you want is for something to go wrong during the move and for someone to get injured.

Efficiency

Efficiency is critical when it comes to commercial moving. Time is money, and the last thing you want is to waste valuable hours trying to move a heavy load on your own.

Rigging professionals use specialized equipment and techniques to move heavy loads quickly and safely. By utilizing a rigging service, you can avoid the potential for injury and liability for your employees.

Not only is rigging more efficient than moving heavy loads on your own, but it’s usually more affordable. You can save money by using an experienced rigging company instead of renting or purchasing your own equipment, which will usually take longer and require you to shell out more money. Plus, you get expert help and peace of mind that your move will go much smoother.

Make Your Next Move Easier

Our team at Clancy Relocation & Logistics is experienced in rigging and can help you get the job done right. Contact us today at (845) 302-3772 for a free quote on how we can help you move your business forward!

4 Essentials for Office Moves

When you’re moving offices, the to-do list seems never-ending. You have to think of everything from packing up your belongings, transferring your phone and internet service, notifying everyone of your new address, etc. But even when you think you have it all covered, some things are likely to slip your mind.

That’s why we’ve put together this list of the top four things you’ll forget when moving offices. Keep reading to make sure your move goes as smoothly as possible!

1. Briefing Employees Throughout the Process

The office move may be a project that the company has been working on for months, but it can come as a surprise for employees. To avoid any confusion or feeling of being left in the dark, employers should keep employees updated throughout the process—from planning to packing to moving day. This will help ensure that everyone is on the same page and no one is caught off-guard by the office move.

Moving can be a stressful time for everyone involved, so it’s essential to communicate regularly with employees and provide updates on the status of the move. This way, everyone will know what to expect and when to expect it.

Additionally, employers should provide packing services to employees if possible. This will help minimize the stress of packing and make the transition to the new office smoother. Packing services can include anything from providing boxes to packing and unpacking employees’ desks.

By effectively communicating an office move with employees, employers can help make the transition smoother for everyone involved.

2. Collecting Accurate Inventory Data

One of the most important things you can do before office moving is to take inventory of everything that will be making the move with you. This means taking an inventory of all furniture, equipment, and office supplies. You should note its condition, quantity, serial number (if applicable), and any other pertinent information for each item.

This inventory will ensure that everything arrives at your new office in the same condition it was at your old office (and you don’t leave things behind).

3. What’s the Backup Plan?

Office moving can be a stressful time for employers. There are a lot of things that can go wrong, and if something does go wrong, it can be very costly. That’s why it’s important to have a backup plan in place.

There are a few things that you should consider when creating your backup plan. First, you should think about what could go wrong. What are the worst-case scenarios? What are some of the things that could cause a delay in the move?

Once you’ve thought about what could go wrong, you need to create a plan for how you would handle those situations. It’s better to be safe than sorry, so make sure that you take the time to create a backup plan before your office move.

4. Updating Partners and Customers

Once you have a plan in place, it’s time to start updating your partners and customers. You should reach out to them as soon as possible and let them know about the office move.

It’s important to be clear and concise when you’re communicating with your partners and customers. Ensure that you give them all of the information they need and let them know how the office move will affect them.

It’s also important to keep your partners and customers updated. Let them know if there are any changes in the schedule or if there are any delays. Keeping them updated will help to ensure that disruptions are minimal and your reputation is enhanced.

We’ll Help Your Office Move Succeed

Office moves can be hectic and stressful, but with a bit of organization and planning, they don’t have to be. Contact the Clancy Relocation & Logistics team today at (845) 302-3772 for all your commercial moving needs – we would be happy to help!

Communicating an Office Move

Whether you’re a small business or a large corporation, moving offices is a big deal. It requires time, planning, money, and forethought. Although it may be up to a few people to make the decision to move, the process involves every person employed by the company.

The larger your company is, the more difficult it will be to effectively communicate with all employees. You may have different branches, separate shifts, and other obstacles. To make this transition easier, here are some universal tips that will help you communicate effectively and get your entire team on board.

Be Open and Honest

The first step to successful communication is to ensure you’re coming from a place of honesty. You want to be forthright with your employees about why the move is happening, what will be taking place, and how it will impact them. Having a full understanding of the situation will help them get on board and prevent issues during the actual process.

Encourage Top-Down Communication

In a larger company, you probably have several (or many) departments, each with a leader and maybe several layers of leadership. As you begin to discuss the move process, make sure your leadership team is equipped with the knowledge they need to pass down to their direct reports.

Your IT department will have different responsibilities than Sales, and they each need to know what will be expected of them during the move.

Start Early

Begin speaking with your team early on in the process so they have time to prepare and process. They may need to rearrange their travel routes or even daycare arrangements. Plus, this will give the entire company time to process this major change and avoid leaving things behind.

It’s also smart to have a plan before announcing the move. Where is the new location? Why are you moving? Who is in charge of the process? These are all questions that you should have answers to before you make an announcement to the team.

Helping You With All Aspects of Office Moves

When you need to execute an office move, large or small, trust the Clancy Relocation & Logistics team to get the job done seamlessly. Contact our team today at (845) 302-3772 for a free estimate.