Thinking of Everything

Here are some of the key considerations that will help make sure every job’s done right, on time and on budget.

Establish budget parameters and timeline.
Create a floor plan that makes the best possible use of available space.
Create a floor plan that’s adaptable to changing technology.
Confirm ADA-compliance and other easily overlooked details.
Assess furniture durability needs and consider the ergonomic needs of your workplace.
Map out a strategy for future expansion and reconfiguration.
Select artwork, and color palettes for walls, floors, window treatments and other aesthetic considerations.
Take care of technical details, such as proper lighting, electrical outlets, data lines, fiber optics and acoustics.
Coordinate contractors/architects/designers.
Track products to ensure timely delivery.
Set up a standards program to make procurement simple.
Define the responsibilities and establish who is coordinating move management, delivery and installation.
Define phone and data responsibilities and coordination with contractors.
Build a project schedule.
Obtain most current drawing from architect in hard-copy and electronic formats.
Create a status report for global team and customer communication.
Coordinate move management, delivery and installation.
Establish if this project needs to be green.
Establish the building requirements/restrictions.
Does the job need to be union or non-union.
Establish that changes made after the order will result in delay of product and additional charges.
Establish delivery and installation as normal working hours or overtime hours and requirements such as third-floor walk-up, etc.
Determine if local permits are required and who is responsible for obtaining the permits.
Measure before installation for site conditions/special needs circumstances.
Set up customer representation for the morning of installation to go over specifics.
Create a customized punch list creation and walk through with customer.
Conduct a post-punch list completion meeting.