Leasing an office space is a
recent trend followed by almost every startup and even many established
businesses as well. Today, the need for a workspace is much more than just a
seating space; well, that anyone can grab at a coffee house too. Need for a
professional setup that offers minimum overheads and delivers maximum benefits
with a plug and play setup. Competition being so high, business just needs to
think of ways to succeed with minimum investment for survival in the long run.
This can only be attained with a flexible, productive work environment that
offers networking opportunities and allows a business to concentrate on its
core competencies.
Well, the significance of a
leased office space is proven and believed by all. But, there is still a scope
of attention and consideration when it comes to selecting a perfect workspace, for
it to be termed as a profitable decision. Stated below are some of the
considerations or rather steps a business should follow or keep in mind to make
that worthy investment called – ‘Leasing Office Space’.
Deciding on the Budget:
Ok, so it is pretty obvious,
before we decide to buy or lease something we check our pockets to determine
what our spending power is. This applies same while leasing a workspace.
Knowing one’s budget helps to make your search for an ideal workspace more
precise. This also helps a business to avoid expensive mistakes.
How Much Sq. Ft. You Need?
It is very important to know how
much space your human resources will require to carry out the operations
smoothly and productively. Do you just need cubicles or work seats or you require
a meeting room or training room too? Does your operations demand for a
conference room or a full-functional reception? Deciding on the scope of
operations and their space requirement, one can easily judge the workspace
required. This helps business to save on unnecessary expense which it may incur
if more than required space is leased.
Look Out for Other Available Options:
Having 2-3 options in hand can
always help a business to make the best choice. Keeping only a single option
can limit your urge for the best. With few options available, a comparison
chart can be prepared as to decide the maximum a business can get from the
desired budget. A quality space will always benefit a business much more than
just a workspace to execute its operations.
Office Space Should Complement
Your Business Needs:
After a physical inspection and a
detailed list of pros and cons of the available options of space, a business
can actually evaluate the workspace that compliments the business needs. An
office space apart from delivering productivity should be in an accessible
location. Now this doesn’t mean only accessible to the business owners, it
should be easily located and in reach of the clients as well as the human
resources. A primarily located office can be a big advantage for a business as
it adds a credibility and status with a renowned business address.
Always Bargain for the Best:
Once a business has decided over
the workspace they want to lease, they should always bargain for the deal that
they can avail from the space provider. A good negotiation on the lease
contract is something business should be considerate about. This will not only
save money, but will ensure that business’s each penny is wisely invested.
