Resources to help keep your world moving

As you set your sights on a new office building your next step is likely to investigate what the relocation will entail. Office relocation can be daunting, but don't let that stop you from making the change. Whether you are moving a few blocks away or across the country, we have identified five common moving pitfalls that, if avoided, can help make this transition seamless. Moving without a Strategy Lack of pre-planning is the cause of many common issues when moving. From logistics to time management to coordinating a checklist — these moving pieces will be better executed if planned ahead. Don't rush this process. A hurried move can lead to delays and additional expenses. Take time to scope out scenarios that may cause delays and troubleshoot them before the move. Find the right time to start the move. Coordinate with teams on a planned timeline: before the move, the...

Efficient warehousing and logistics are crucial to the success of any business. Without proper management, your inventory would be a mess, and your order fulfillments would be riddled with errors. We’re here to break down everything you need to know about warehousing and logistics, starting with three frequently-asked questions. What are warehousing and logistics, anyway? Warehousing provides the secure storage of raw materials or finished goods, often in an off-site location. While warehousing focuses on storage, logistics focus on flow and the customer experience. Logistics management includes organizing the movement of items in and out of the warehouse according to your customers’ needs. Warehousing and logistics are vital for a successful supply chain, but performing it all in-house can cost you too much time, money and energy. Instead, many businesses have turned to outsourcing for better efficiency and end-to-end visibility. In 2019, a survey of companies found that a whopping...

Since the pandemic, ecommerce sales have reached new heights. A recent ESET consumer survey found that 70% of Americans are doing more online shopping online due to the pandemic. Subsequently, with the boom in ecommerce comes an increased need for final-mile delivery services. Final-mile delivery is the last part of the ecommerce supply chain: transporting items from a warehouse or transportation hub to their buyers at businesses or personal residences. Though commonly referred to as “final-mile” or “last-mile” delivery, the distance of this last step can span any number of miles. Retailers often partner with third-party providers for final-mile services. If you are a customer buying an exercise bike online, the final-mile provider is who will show up on your doorstep with your delivery and install it in its correct location. If you are a business buying new equipment for your office, the final-mile carrier has the special equipment and...

When office clutter increases, so can workplace stress. Luckily, there is a simple solution for reducing some of the clutter and stress - off-site commercial storage. Not only does commercial storage give you peace of mind by keeping your assets safe and accessible, but it also keeps efficiency high in your workplace. Not sure which assets to move to storage? Consider these top five things. Records and Files Storing records and files on-site can clutter your office space pretty quickly, while also forcing your employees to work in discomfort and disorganization. A survey of hundreds of professionals by M-Files Corporation found that 38% reported that some of their organization’s paper records were lost or misplaced a few times every month, at least. In the same survey, respondents said they left around 58%  of paper documents that they received on desks or in file cabinets. By storing files or copies of...

No one likes moving. It’s labor-intensive, exhausting and overwhelming. Yet, time and again we find ourselves scouring for boxes and breaking our backs hauling antique armoires up and down the stairs. For what? To avoid the cost of hiring movers? When it comes down to it, you’ll end up wasting far more of your valuable time and energy trying to move yourself when a full-service moving company like Armstrong – Huntsville could’ve handled your move in a fraction of the time. A lot of folks think that you’re only paying for a few strong arms and the costs of a truck, but we’re here to help explain eight benefits of hiring a full-service moving company. 1. Supplies No more extra trips to the hardware store because you underestimated how many boxes you’ll need. No more running out of packing tape at the worst possible time. A full-service moving company, like...

The historic Battleship Texas was built in 1914 and was actively used during both World War I and World War II. It was decommissioned in 1948, having earned a total of five battle stars for service in World War II. The ship was then docked in Houston, Texas where it became a fixture for tourists to experience a piece of American history. As the last remaining battleship that participated in both World War I and World War II, preserving the integrity of such a significant ship remains an integral mission of the Texas Wildlife Department. The Texas Wildlife Department knew to call on the trusted relocation experts at The Armstrong Company – Houston for a job of this size and scale. Our Role Armstrong – Houston has a long history of helping local government entities with unique relocation jobs that require a custom approach. When the Texas Wildlife Department approached the...

Healthcare is an ever-growing and evolving industry with changing needs and requirements — but often limited space. Throughout all corners of the healthcare industry, from the smallest of private practices to the largest laboratories and world-renowned research hospitals, storage and warehouse services are needed to help meet demands. Whether you’re a hospital department with unique records storage needs or a wing of your facility is undergoing renovations creating the need to warehouse large medical equipment, Armstrong has space and capabilities to be your storage solution! Armstrong can provide a customized solution to track, receive, inspect, store and deliver a complete range of furniture, fixtures and equipment. Inventory management Your healthcare facility assets are valuable and every healthcare department, practice and institution has unique requirements. That’s why we take a fully-integrated and systematic approach to meeting your individual needs. Armstrong uses real-time inventory tracking so you can stay in touch with...

Overview Three major grocery store locations serviced Refrigeration systems for freezer, deli, produce, hot bar, and other areas Warehousing Final Mile Delivery OS&E relocation Long-distance delivery Our role The Armstrong Company’s Raleigh agency provided warehousing and delivery for three separate major grocery store locations in and around Raleigh, North Carolina. These projects entailed loading into trucks, transporting and warehousing more than 40 refrigeration systems per store location, while the grocery chain was undergoing major renovations. Once renovations were complete, Armstrong’s team retrieved the systems from its warehouse storage and delivered them to the designated stores. Project Challenges Timing: All three of these major grocery locations were undergoing renovations at various times between October of 2019 and February of 2020. Each week store managers would request different refrigeration systems for different sections of the stores as their teams worked to renovate the space, section-by-section. This also had to be done after...

As unprecedented times emerge, new measures must be taken. From minimizing business disruptions to assuring the safety of your employees, this can be seemingly daunting coupled with summer intern program preparations or new talent placement. Performing a check up on your mobility program can help you confidently navigate your organization through the “new normal”. Here’s just a few vital signs to consider:   Safety Prioritization Are your supply chain partners safely serving your employees and their families? New times call for new safety measures. Your supply chain partners should be adapting their standards and processes to protect your employees throughout the relocation process. Verify your partner has the proper safety protocols in place to protect everyone involved in the move process, including daily service crew screenings, PPE use and frequent hand washing. Consider efforts made to minimize in-person interaction in your employees’ homes as well, such as replacing in-home, pre-move...

Final mile service has many names, including Last Mile or Last Mile Delivery, White Glove Service, Final Mile Delivery or even the Last Mile Delivery Problem! In the logistics arena, they all mean the same thing: receiving items at a specific location and coordinating those items to deliver to their final location at a specific time. The distance of the final move can be anything, but typically the items you need moved are close to their final delivery destination. A Final Mile partner is important because when goods need to have a shipping destination at a specific time, but the final location is not yet ready to receive the items, a intermediate receiving location that can also deliver items when the time comes is key. This is where The Armstrong Company - Knoxville can become your best partner in the East Tennessee area for Final Mile delivery. We have over...