Telecom Relocation Considerations
The transfer of your business phone systems to the new office is a complex process, and one that requires detailed planning. Failure to plan this aspect of your business relocation in advance could mean that your phones don't work when you get to the new office - causing your day-to-day business to suffer.
Whether you are upsizing, downsizing, or simply moving to a different location moving office can affect your telecom connectivity and even your phone number so you need to plan ahead to ensure your business doesn't suffer any disruption during the move.
Telecom Relocation Planning
Most office relocations require additional data and phone cabling at the new location. Perhaps you need to move the existing phone cables that are already is situ, or order additional phones. Be aware that some telecom carriers have long, stringent lead times for ordering new phone lines so make sure you don't leave this to the last minute! Also check with your Telecom Company whether you can take your existing telephone number with you when you move office. If you have to change your phone numbers you will need to place diversions on the existing phone numbers.
Business Phones Review
Moving offices is the ideal time to review your business phone systems and consider upgrading. If you are recruiting additional staff in the new office, you may need additional handsets, phone lines and even more advanced technology to cope with higher usage. Get expert advice from an IT & Telecom Solution Provider about the best business phone system to suit your requirements.
Contingency
Moving electronic equipment such as business phones can often cause failures. This can be due to any number of factors. Taking the necessary precautions for your relocation may involve additional steps and costs but you guarantee a smooth transition and continuity of business! Companies should seek expert advice from an IT & Telecom Solution Provider to plan their telecom relocation and help eliminate any delays or downtime. They will also be on site throughout the relocation to troubleshoot any issues and get your business phones fully operational quickly.
Use the IT & Telecom Checklist to help plan the relocation of your business phones and ensure a smooth transition to the new office.
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