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Urgent Warehouse Move-In Checklist

By Operations Team • Updated • 5 min read

Pallets and staging area in warehouse

1) Specs

  • Square footage required and ceiling clear height
  • Ambient vs. temperature-controlled
  • Dock doors, yard space, and trailer parking

2) Access & Hours

  • 24/7 access windows and local site contact
  • Gate codes, badges, or driver check-in process

3) Equipment & Labor

  • Forklift capacity and attachments (clamp, long forks)
  • Pallet jacks, scales, and stretch wrap
  • Temp labor for unload/reload and rework

4) Security & Compliance

  • Camera coverage and retention period
  • Access logs, seals, and visitor management
  • COI, W-9, and required SOP sign-offs

5) Onboarding

  • E-sign agreement and payment method
  • Insurance verification
  • First delivery schedule and staging plan

With this checklist, most clients are ready to move within hours. Need help? Our team will coordinate details and provide vetted options fast.