As the pharmaceutical, biotech and life science industries are constantly evolving, it's not uncommon for organizations to relocate to a new facility that's better aligned with their requirements and goals. While relocating your lab can stimulate company growth and innovation, laboratory relocation is a complex process that requires proper management. To ensure your next lab move is successful, follow these tips:
1. Understand the regulations
Before beginning your lab relocation project, you need to understand the regulations you will need to comply with. A laboratory relocation project will need to comply with both facility and transportation regulations. Make sure your project complies with OSHA, EPA, DOT, IATA regulations, as well as any local or facility regulations you are required to follow.
2. Closely monitor the project
Because a laboratory move is a complex project, it's important that you closely manage all stages of the project, as well as everyone involved. With good planning and proper management, you can mitigate risk and resolve problems before they arise. It’s also a good idea to organize meetings at each stage of the relocation process. This will ensure all team members are prepared for the next stage of the move and prevent any surprises.
3. Hire a professional laboratory relocation service
Professional laboratory relocation services have ample experience moving laboratory equipment and complying with regulations in the process. Laboratory equipment is delicate and expensive, and a professional moving company knows how to properly package, store and transport equipment to ensure a safe and positive outcome. Laboratory moving companies are also skilled at performing the interdependent functions of communicating with information services, machine techs, space planners, project managers and everyone in between.
J.P Graham Co. and Associates is a leading laboratory relocation company in Chicago that can organize and perform all the functions associated with your relocation project. Visit us online to learn more about our laboratory moving services.
