Understanding the scope of It transport and It moving
The spectrum and complexity of It transport can range from a client Computer transport to an encompassing It transport of all information systems and hardware. The simple client Computer transport to a new work station is executed by a service level It moving professional. The client’s data needs to be backed up and the hardware secured for the Computer transport and relocation.
The It transport of the information systems and hardware at the organizational or company level requires a strategy and detailed project plan. Other plans are required. These are the continuity of operations plan, the cabling plan and the network plan covering both internal and external service provider networking capabilities. Evaluations are needed of the elevators and flooring that will be used for the move at the current and future sites. All key data and software systems need to be backed-up at a secure site prior to the It moving date.
The new location is prepared to meet the requirements for cabling, power and temperature control before dismantling the current site. On the move date, the equipment at the current site is secured, dismantled, packed and moved to the new site. This equipment is unpacked, installed at the new site and completely tested.
Complex IT site location changes are usually performed by professional It moving companies that specialize in the logistics and requirements of highly efficient moves. These companies have highly experienced personnel who have specialized training for each of the key components of a large scale moves.
