Moving your business during Covid

There is a lot going on in the world right now, and the pandemic is one thing that everyone has in common. If there is one thing that hasn't stopped despite the virus, it's businesses needing to move from one place to another.

Mass migration is happening around the world, and people are stuck on one side and trying to get to the other. It's a crazy time, and moving to a new office is hard enough without a pandemic in the middle of it all.

You may well be feeling pretty anxious right now, but you can remain as healthy and as safe as possible throughout the pandemic as you move your business.

We're all trying to figure it out, and whether you attempt to move all of your business belongings yourself or you post the job on Shiply to get some help, you need to know as much as possible about moving during Covid.

With this in mind, we've got some epic tips to help you to get through it with as little fuss as possible.

●     Do it carefully. You know that this pandemic is not a joke, so the first thing to remember is that this is a global issue and we're all in the middle of it.

You need to be as careful as possible with your move because doing just one thing wrong can set off a series of events that will cause some issues.

You don't want to be responsible for another spike in cases, so you need to move with caution and research companies to help you that are practicing being Covid safe.

Using plastic boxes over cardboard, for example, is just good sense as these boxes can be wiped down and stacked properly, minimising the spread of any viruses.

●     Be realistic. You have to remember that this all happening under a microscope, so the easiest things would feel much harder in a pandemic.

You need to remember that before the pandemic you could have as many staff helping as you like, but it's not the same anymore.

Instead, you have to be selective about who helps you to pack and go, and the best thing that you can do is limit the exposure to the virus with masks, gloves and as much social distancing as you can allow.

You don't want to put movers at risk, either! Set up a station for movers to wash hands on arrival, and do all of your packing before they get there. You want to make this a seamless operation, and these tips will help.

●     Ask questions. Before you bring in any movers, ask how they plan to stay safe while moving you in the pandemic. Every company should have a protocol to follow and it's smart for you to know what their protocol is.

You are within your right to move offices during a pandemic, and sometimes it's not a choice but a necessity. The important thing is to know the procedures and how they will ensure that you are all safe at this time. You need to move in a way that is safe for all involved.

Enjoy your new home!