 Get ready for PCS season here are some important tips to help you plan your next PCS move Once your shipment arrives make sure to conduct an inventory and identify your valuables before the service provider departs Document any damage to your home or property during the move on documents provided by the company or on your inventory forms You can now also settle claims online. Just be sure to do so before the 75-day deadline because of the busy summer season because of the large number of moves that are being conducted the better you Understand what those movers are required to do and are supposed to do on your behalf The better you'll be prepared to hold them accountable to do exactly that For more information visit move.mil or call the personnel claims unit in Norfolk from defense media activity I'm petty officer Xander Gamble