The changing face of relocation management

Abstract

The application of modern project management techniques to the commercial relocation sector, particularly in regard to scheduling and the handling of IT systems, has transformed the relocation industry. The services offered by commercial relocation consultancies and some of the larger commercial removal companies now extend beyond the traditional roles into providing a wide range of project management solutions. They provide complete turnkey programmes, appointing a project team to manage the move from its early stages through to completion. Their services include evaluating current working environments and methods of working, analysing and comparing costs and benefits of the options available, providing information used in the decision‐making process and assisting companies to find the correct solution for them. Whether refitting, churning or relocation is required, the industry uses advanced techniques of project management and computer‐aided facilities management to ensure that company downtime and disruption is minimal.