When it comes time to prepare your technology for the move, keep in mind that all technology is delicate. More than any other piece of property, your technology needs to be secured during the move. The high cost of materials and repair persons should make this a priority.

• Planning is crucial. It extends beyond the move to the overall future performance of your entire organization;
  
  
• Be sure to involve:
  * Internal departments such as IT, facilities, senior management and employees    who use individual desktop applications;
  * External companies such as telecommunications companies, communication    design consultants, architects and engineering firms;
  
  
• Back up all computer data systems before your move including individual employees files;
  
  
• Do not include laptop computers in your moving inventory. Employees should be responsible for their individual units;
  
  
• Leave plenty of lead-time to install new telecommunications systems. Planning and implementation always take longer than anticipated, particularly when it comes to telephone cutovers or when your phone number is switched to the new location;
  
  
• Disconnect/Reconnect is critical. We recommend using the services of a professional to disconnect and reconnect all systems and components during the move, including:
  * Telecommunication systems
  * Personal computers (PC)
  * Telephones
  * Printers
  * Fax machines
  
  
• Allot time and manpower for testing and troubleshooting technology systems after reinstallation. This is typically done on the Sunday of the move weekend.