Resources to help keep your world moving

If you’re in the throes of your moving process or considering moving, there is a lot to plan and many checklists to complete. After determining if you will move yourself or hire a company; deciding what will get sold, stored and/or packed; coordinating with the necessary service provided to set up or discontinue service and more, as the moving day approaches, you nervously check the weather. To your dismay, it’s going to rain. We have all heard there are advantages to house hunting on rainy days, but no one wants to move in the rain. While we cannot control the weather, we can control how we handle the situation. Is it possible to delay your move? Whether you’ve hired a moving company or have decided to move yourself, postponing your move could be an option. Before opting to delay your move, consider how the delay will impact your other dates,...

of your announcement. We are delighted to announce… We are pleased to inform you… It’s our pleasure to announce… We’re excited to announce… Beyond inspiring your partners, the message should include the reason for the change, your new address and the dates of the physical move. If your partners and customers are likely to visit your location, include nearby landmarks, intersecting streets and parking instructions. To calm any additional worries, inform them of what your internal team is doing, where your team will be located and how to reach them during the physical move. When to Announce a New Office Location Overall, the timing of your relocation announcement is specific to your move date, what details you have available and your company’s size. And while it the announcement timeline is customized, a general rule of thumb is to make the announcement two to three weeks before the relocation is complete,...

In June 2020, Atlanta’s Northside Hospital announced a $400 million, 10-story patient tower expansion to their Gwinnett campus. The facility plans included 132 inpatient beds and at least 5,000 new jobs for the Northside workforce. Because of heightened demand, the project scope became even more extensive in December of the same year. What are the details of the Northside Hospital Expansion Plan? The updated plan will add seven more floors and 146 routine inpatient care and intensive care patient rooms to the tower, bringing the total to 17 stories with capacity for 696 beds. Because of the added square footage, this will also necessitate approximately 1,000 extra jobs. Once construction is complete, the Northside Hospital’s Gwinnett campus will be the largest site in their system. The tower will also be in the running for the largest building in Gwinnett Country with a height of 257 feet and six inches (it...

Key Takeaways: Office hoteling (desk reservation) offers flexibility, but also introduces trade-offs in space and experience.  Sanitation challenges arise when back-to-back reservations don’t permit thorough cleaning.  Scheduling software can’t always anticipate sudden workstation needs, leading to conflicts.  Lack of personal space can hurt employee comfort, institutional identity and culture.  If hoteling doesn’t suit your team, consider a hybrid, remote or reduced-office model instead. Location, location, location. This timeless real estate adage has taken on new meaning. Today, location is not only where employees work but also how. For business owners or managers, location has become an ever-evolving concern. From reconfigured office space to remote and hybrid options, the balance of where and how at the workplace has taken center stage. Office hoteling (also known as desk hoteling) is a popular approach for managing office space, but it's now under the microscope. Do the cons of office hoteling outweigh the pros...

When a business has to make a difficult decision regarding personnel, it ushers in a cascade of concerns. Downsizing, while lending to apprehension and even outrage, is often necessary for the business to survive. Amidst the uncertainty, it presents an opportunity for owners and managers to rise to the occasion. With a proactive approach, they can assuage employees' concerns and maintain morale during this challenging transition. Why Companies Downsize Several factors can lead a company to decide to downsize, whether they occur over a long period of time or an acute situation arises that requires quick resolution. While the ultimate determinant of downsizing is the company's financial wellness, the contributing factors vary and can affect how and when the decision is made. These are the most common reasons that trigger downsizing: Cost reduction. A business may be the victim of a volatile economic environment. Perhaps surprisingly, even a strong economy...

Armstrong Relocation & Companies ("Armstrong"), an industry-leading provider of moving, relocation and supply chain solutions and United Van Lines' largest U.S. hauler, has acquired Humboldt Storage & Moving ("Humboldt"), a Boston-based, United Van Lines agency. Coupled with its recent acquisition of MacDonald's Moving Services in Greater Boston, Armstrong now operates as one of the largest moving companies in Boston and the Northeast. "Humboldt has been a highly-regarded company throughout the industry for many years and our family has had tremendous respect for the business they have operated," said Todd Watson, CEO of Armstrong Relocation & Companies. We look forward to building on that success by leveraging our collective strengths in the marketplace." Howard Goldman, Humboldt CEO and third-generation owner said, "I am excited to transfer 118 years of family ownership of The Humboldt Companies from the Goldman family to the Armstrong family." Goldman added, "It's comforting to know that our family legacy, Humboldt team, and valued customers are in great hands and...

Moving offices doesn’t have to be stressful for you or your employees. If done correctly, the transition can be a powerful tool to boost employee morale. A Clutch survey found that 68% of employees said their office relocation positively impacted them, with some of the cited benefits including more space, more visual appeal and better locations. If you’re preparing for an office move, your communication strategy and moving timeline will be critical to ensuring a smooth transition for your staff. Keep employee morale and productivity high during your office move with these eight tips.  1. Provide plenty of advance notice. Whether you’re moving across town or across the country, announce the move to employees at least three months in advance so they can begin planning accordingly. Share your excitement with your team by emphasizing the purpose behind the relocation and its many positive benefits. Communicate how the move will impact...

Whether moving your office across the street or across the state, the process can be a time suck that quickly consumes your company dollars, time and energy. It’s easy to feel stressed or overwhelmed at the prospect of moving your people and your space while minimizing downtime for customers. But with proactive planning, your office move is sure to be a success, no matter how challenging it may seem. Ensure your move is smooth, seamless and stress-free by avoiding these six costly mistakes.  1. Hiring labor-only movers Labor-only moving companies don’t have their own vans or drivers. They can help load items into your rental truck on moving day, but you will be responsible for the rest. Though this might work well for a small residential move, office moves require more planning, assets and services. Full-service moving companies will support your move from start to finish, from the initial budgeting...

Armstrong Relocation & Companies ("Armstrong"), an industry-leading provider of moving, relocation and supply chain solutions and United Van Lines' largest U.S. hauler, has acquired MacDonald Moving Services, Inc., a Boston-based, United Van Lines agency. This addition enhances Armstrong's service capacity in the New England region. "We have been interested in the Boston market for many years and have been patiently awaiting the right business opportunity," said Todd Watson, Armstrong Relocation & Companies CEO. Watson added, "When Bruce MacDonald inquired about our interest in acquiring his business upon his retirement from the industry, the organizational synergies were apparent. This expansion will enable us to better serve our current and future customers throughout New England." Bruce MacDonald, third-generation MacDonald owner said, "The important thing for MacDonald Moving Services is that the group of employees—who have been a magnificent family for many years—continue to serve the moving of American families." Armstrong has hired New England native and industry leader Mark McEwen to serve as...

MEMPHIS, Tenn., Dec. 14, 2022 -- Armstrong Relocation & Companies ("Armstrong"), an industry-leading provider of moving, relocation and supply chain solutions and United Van Lines' largest U.S. hauler, has acquired MacDonald Moving Services, Inc., a Boston-based, United Van Lines agency. This addition enhances Armstrong's service capacity in the New England region. "We have been interested in the Boston market for many years and have been patiently awaiting the right business opportunity," said Todd Watson, Armstrong Relocation & Companies CEO. Watson added, "When Bruce MacDonald inquired about our interest in acquiring his business upon his retirement from the industry, the organizational synergies were apparent. This expansion will enable us to better serve our current and future customers throughout New England." Bruce MacDonald, third-generation MacDonald owner said, "The important thing for MacDonald Moving Services is that the group of employees—who have been a magnificent family for many years—continue to serve the moving of American families." Armstrong has hired New England native and...