If you’re considering renting new office space, there are a few important key points to keep in mind before committing to your lease.
Below is a list of some of the most important features and therefore key points to consider:
Location: Is the location of the office development convenient for your business? Is it easily accessible for you and your staff and also for your customers?
Size – Too small or too large can cause a problem, so you’ll want your space to be the perfect size for your business.
Facilities – Are the facilities you will need available, eg meeting rooms and conference rooms?
Lease type – Are you being offered the type of lease that suits you best?
Parking: Will parking be an important consideration for you and your customers? If so, how is parking available?
Appearance – This is pretty obvious but important nonetheless – the external and internal appearance of the building will affect your business, so you want the appearance to be of a high standard.
Catering – Are there decent restaurant and cafeteria facilities? Of course, these can be a great place to have relaxed client meetings or just a great place to take some time.
Sanitary Facilities – This is an area that is often overlooked but is nonetheless another important feature that adds to the overall quality of the office space. Check that restrooms are well maintained and clean.
Lighting and Air Conditioning – You will certainly want your office space to be light and airy and also benefit from a first class air conditioning system, which of course is paramount in the summer months.
Elevators – Will you need an elevator for your staff or clients? If this is the case, check that the lifts are in good working order.
Areas to relax – Are there some nice areas to relax in and around the office space? Maybe there are good grounds and open space and benches to take a coffee break or just relax for 10 minutes. Perhaps there are areas within the building that are geared toward relaxation.
Accessibility – Will you need your office to be easily accessible by public transportation? This will probably be important to you, therefore access by public transport will be important when making your decision on where to locate.
The Reception – This will generally be the first port of call for any visitor to your business, so it is important that the reception area and reception staff are of the highest standard.
So there they are. Of course, there will be other important points, but the ones mentioned above certainly deserve serious consideration when making your final decision on where you want your business to be located.