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The Foundation of a Successful Move

Relocating a business is a high-stakes operation. It is not merely about moving furniture from Point A to Point B; it is about translating your company’s workflow to a new environment without disrupting productivity. Establishing a detailed plan is the most important step for your company’s relocation. Without it, costs spiral, timelines slip, and employees become frustrated.

 

Hollander Storage and Moving is the workspace planning partner that ensures your office relocation is successful. Whether you are moving internally within your current building, moving your office to another building across town, or relocating an industrial plant across the country, planning is essential. We do not guess. We engineer a solution. Our estimators and project managers work with you to design the most effective move program for your company, tailored specifically to your operational needs and deadlines.

The Hollander Advantage

Dedicated Project Managers

You will not be managing this alone. Your dedicated Hollander project manager serves as the architect of your move. They will develop a detailed analysis of your relocation, looking at every variable that could impact success. They act as an extension of your facilities team, bridging the gap between your internal goals and the physical realities of the move.  

Risk Mitigation and Contingencies

Even the best plans face unexpected hurdles. Weather delays, elevator breakdowns, or construction hold-ups can threaten your timeline. Our project managers do not just build a Plan A. They recommend alternatives and develop contingencies. We build a successful move plan that accounts for the "what-ifs," ensuring that your business remains resilient even if circumstances change.  

137+ Years of Logistics Experience

We have been planning moves since 1888. We understand the physics of moving and the logistics of buildings. From knowing how long it takes to dismantle a cubicle farm to understanding the turning radius of a truck in a tight dock, our experience allows us to forecast manpower and equipment needs with precision.  

Comprehensive Workspace Planning Services

Our workspace planning services cover every logistical detail required to get your assets from origin to destination safely and efficiently.

Project Timelines and Scheduling

Time is your most valuable asset. Hollander project managers determine realistic project timelines. We work backward from your "go-live" date to establish critical milestones. We schedule packing, disconnects, loading, and delivery phases to minimize downtime, often arranging work during nights or weekends to keep your business running.  

Manpower and Equipment Requirements

Over-staffing wastes money; under-staffing causes delays. We calculate exact manpower requirements based on the volume of your inventory. We also determine equipment needs, ensuring we have the right number of dollies, panel carts, and library carriers on site. This preparation prevents bottlenecks on moving day.  

Facility Coordination and Logistics

Every building has its own rules. We handle facility coordination requirements for both the origin and destination. This includes:

• Facility and elevator preparation: We arrange for elevator reservations and install protective padding to prevent damage to the building infrastructure.
• Floor preparation: We lay down Masonite or other protective coverings to safeguard carpets, tile, and hardwood floors from heavy foot traffic.  

Dock Operations and Vehicle Logistics

The loading dock is the choke point of any move. We manage Dock Operations, ensuring a smooth flow of goods in and out of the building. We coordinate staging, parking, and vehicle logistics, ensuring our trucks have legal and practical access to the site without blocking municipal traffic or your neighbors' operations.  

Labeling and Placarding Strategy

Chaos happens when boxes end up in the wrong room. Your experienced Hollander moving staff works with your team to ensure labeling of all boxes and equipment. We implement a color-coded system that matches the floor plan. We also handle placarding all locations at the destination, marking every office and cubicle clearly so movers know exactly where to place items without asking questions.  

Specialized Planning Scenarios

Internal Moves (Churn)

Not every move involves a truck. If you are reorganizing your current space, we plan internal moves. We sequence the shuffle of employees from desk to desk, managing the "swing space" to ensure everyone has a place to work throughout the transition.  

Plant and Industrial Relocation

Relocating a manufacturing plant requires a different level of planning. We analyze the sequence of machine disconnection and transport. We coordinate rigging services and heavy haul logistics to move your industrial assets across the country, ensuring production lines are back up and running quickly.  

Office Relocation

Moving your office to another building requires synchronization with IT, furniture vendors, and property management. We set step-by-step procedures to ensure the success of your office move, coordinating the physical transport with the digital disconnects to ensure business continuity.  

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Our Workspace Planning Process

1. Site Survey and Needs Analysis

We walk your facility to understand the scope. We inventory your assets and identify constraints like narrow hallways, low ceilings, or limited dock access.

2. Strategy and Proposal

We present a move strategy. This includes the proposed timeline, crew size, and a breakdown of the specific “white glove” services required.

3. Detailed Logistics Plan

Once approved, we build the master schedule. We define the roles and responsibilities of your staff versus our movers. We develop the labeling schema and distribute packing guides to your employees.

4. Pre-Move Communication

We can assist in town hall meetings or provide documentation to help your employees prepare. We ensure everyone knows what to pack, what to purge, and what to leave for the professionals.

5. Execution and Supervision

On moving day, our project manager is on-site to direct the crew. We monitor progress against the timeline, adjusting resources in real-time to keep the project on track.

Tips for a Well-Planned Move

Appoint a Move Committee

Designate internal "Move Champions" from different departments (IT, HR, Operations). These representatives can gather specific requirements from their teams and funnel information back to the Hollander project manager.  

Purge Before You Plan

The best way to reduce move costs is to move less. Encourage a "purge campaign" weeks before the move. Scan documents to the cloud and recycle old files. This simplifies the planning for file room relocations.  

Update Your Vendor List

Notify your vendors (internet, coffee service, janitorial) of your move date well in advance. Incorporate their service windows into the master project timeline to avoid conflicts on the loading dock.  

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Why Choose Hollander?

130+ Years of Experience
Weather-Ready
Transparent Pricing
Modern Fleet and Equipment
Post-Move Follow-Up

Hollander Storage u0026 Moving is proud to serve all of Chicago and its surrounding suburbs. Whether you’re moving within the city or to nearby areas, we’ve got you covered.

Chicago Neighborhoods We Serve

Andersonville

Bucktown

Edgewater 

Elk Grove Village

Evanston

Gold Coast 

Hyde Park 

Lakeview

Lincoln Park 

The Loop

Oak Park

Naperville
River North, Schaumburg, South Shore, Wicker Park and much more

No matter where you’re moving in the Chicagoland area, Hollander is here to help! 

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We treat customers as family

Hollander made our move process very easy Our crew, Marcus H, Alex P, Chris C, and Jack We’re on time! Very thorough! Extremely careful! I have moved quite a bit in my lifetime. Watching them work was a masters class in customer service and move efficiency.

Karl Dorn

Hollander treated us like family from the very first phone call. Their team relieved all our stress and handled our belongings with incredible care. They wrapped every piece of furniture and protected our floors. Truly the best movers in Chicago for local and long-distance needs. We would not trust anyone else with our home.

Northbrook, IL Resident

As a top-rated United agent, they made our move seamless. The crew was professional, affordable, and attentive to every detail. They arrived on time and finished ahead of schedule. Highly recommended for anyone needing a Chicago moving company that actually delivers on its promises.

Corporate Client

This experience was excellent. Our crew was on time, courteous, and very professional. They were clearly experienced … taking any and all measures to move our possessions carefully. Can’t say enough good things about our crew (Kyle, Supervisor; Vedale; Conner, and Turtle). Thank you for doing such a good job!

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Frequently Asked Questions

Why do I need a workspace planning company?

Moving a business is significantly more complex than moving a house. Professional workspace planning prevents costly downtime. We foresee issues that typical movers might miss, such as elevator weight limits or municipal parking restrictions, and solve them before they stop the project.

What does a Project Manager do?

Your dedicated Hollander project manager is your single point of contact. They coordinate the crew, manage the schedule, communicate with building management, and problem-solve in real-time. They allow you to focus on your business while they focus on the move.

How do you handle labeling?

We provide a systematic approach. We assign a unique number or color code to every destination room. We provide you with labels and placards. We work with your team to ensure labeling of all boxes and equipment corresponds exactly to the destination floor plan.

Can you plan moves for sensitive equipment?

Yes. Our analysis includes identifying equipment needs for sensitive items. If you have servers, lab equipment, or artwork, we plan for specialized crating and climate-controlled transport.

What if we are just moving down the hall?

We treat internal moves with the same rigor as long-distance ones. We plan the manpower requirements to shift furniture and files efficiently, ensuring that the disruption to your daily operations is minimal.

Do you handle the physical move as well?

Yes. Hollander is a full-service storage and moving company. We plan the move and then execute it with our own staff and fleet. This integrated approach ensures nothing is lost in translation between the planner and the mover.

How far in advance should we start planning?

For a medium-sized office, we recommend starting the planning process 3 to 6 months in advance. For large industrial or plant relocations, planning should begin 6 to 12 months prior to the target move date.

What is "Dock Operations" management?

In busy buildings, the loading dock is a shared resource. We manage the Dock Operations by reserving times, coordinating with other vendors, and ensuring our trucks cycle through efficiently. This prevents traffic jams and ensures we respect the building’s rules.

Do you provide packing materials?

Yes. As part of the plan, we determine the volume of cartons, bubble wrap, and tape needed. We deliver these materials to your team in advance or provide full-service packing if you prefer.

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