Tips on How to Approach Office Renovations

 

Worldwide, work culture has changed tremendously over the last two years, which has led to us having very different needs from our workspaces. Whether you are tackling changes to meet these changing demands, or whether it is simply time to spruce up your company premises, office renovations are a mammoth task that can cause a lot of disruption and stress if not approached correctly.

 

Here are some quick tips to help you manage your office renovations – and stress – to ensure that you get the most out of your efforts:

 

1. Identify your objectives

Start by asking yourself what you want to achieve with the office renovations. More space? Better technology? Upgrading the structure? These will all influence how you approach the project, and can help you streamline your schedule and budget.

 

2. Research potential contractors

Beware of choosing the fist contractor you can find. Make sure they do the type of work you have in mind, and ask to see a portfolio of their work. Also, where possible, look for references and talk to previous clients to see if they were satisfied with the work done.

 

3. Inform your IT department early on

Safely moving IT infrastructure while minimising interruptions takes careful planning. You also need to make sure that your office renovations include the necessary provisions needed for your IT requirements.

 

4. Set a budget

This will help you curb spiralling costs, and allow you to prioritise what is essential for your business.

 

5. Define roles and responsibilities

This includes identifying a single touch point between you and the contractor to avoid miscommunication. It also helps to ensure accountability and eliminates doubling up of work.

 

6. Communicate with your employees

Inform your employees of the upcoming work, and when and where disruptions will take place. This will help manage their frustrations and allow them to plan accordingly

 

 

If you are considering embarking on office renovations, get in touch with the team at Nelfam Projects. We have extensive experience in the field, and will happily guide you through the process to make it as stress-free as possible.