How To Select the Optimal Serviced Office for Your Enterprise

Serviced offices deliver outstanding, adaptable, and economical workspaces for Britain’s thriving enterprises. For many, the most compelling feature is the value, but others are drawn by the convenience of scaling their workspace accommodation and the supplementary benefits that accompany serviced offices.

Managing a business is demanding, but securing the appropriate serviced office can make it more manageable. But what are the crucial factors to consider when you are selecting your managed workspace?

Understanding Your Enterprise

A fundamental first step in selecting a serviced office is comprehending your requirements, both presently and in the future.

You must align the spaces you evaluate and select according to your team size and your development plans. Within that, you should also evaluate the specific requirements of your enterprise: will some desks in an open-plan workspace suffice? Do you require a private conference room? Will employees benefit from communal areas for breaks and collaborative sessions?

Serviced offices enable you to future-proof your enterprise. That might involve taking an office with capacity to accommodate extra desks, or selecting a serviced office location where you can secure additional space when required. It can even involve having the adaptability to relocate at short notice, without encountering substantial penalties.

Secure the Optimal Office Location

When it comes to commercial property, the location consideration is always paramount.

Logistical factors should drive this aspect of your decision: there is minimal benefit in an office that employees find challenging to reach. Evaluate factors such as transport connections and parking to ensure easy access for your team to the location. At Bowman House, for instance, we are strategically situated just 2 miles from M4 Junction 16 and provide abundant free on-site parking. We also offer EV charging stations for those who prefer a more environmentally-friendly commute. And don’t overlook your clients when considering accessibility. If your enterprise serves a broader region, proximity to major roads or mainline railway terminals might be essential.

Additionally, evaluate what other facilities are nearby that location. People require a break from even the most excellent offices. Selecting a location that provides other conveniences, such as restaurants or local retailers, can offer your team places to take breaks away from the working environment.

Finally, examine what additional offerings the location provides. When you lease a serviced office, you become part of a community. The most desirable locations will host regular events, generating networking possibilities with your office neighbours. For numerous Bowman House enterprises, it has been more than simply a workplace; it has also assisted them in discovering new clients and establishing partnerships that have enhanced the growth of their businesses.

Evaluate the Financial Investment

Maintaining budget control is vital for enterprises; every pound of unnecessary spending is a pound that reduces profits.

Serviced offices are generally more economical than traditional leasing because they incorporate everything in a single payment, helping you prevent the unexpected expenses of hidden charges. Even so, however, you should evaluate your alternatives.

If you can commit to a space for an extended period, you can obtain a superior deal. Committing to a serviced office for six or twelve months will be more economical than paying for month-to-month occupancy. Planning for any expansion or modifications will enable you to secure the most favorable deal possible.

It is also valuable to consider the benefit of the supplementary services you obtain. At Bowman House, you gain from staffed reception services and breakout spaces, among other facilities. By distributing these expenses, the individual cost you pay is exceptionally reasonable; however, if you don’t require them, you can economise by choosing a lower-specification serviced office.

Seek Versatile Office Space

The importance of office layout and design is often overlooked. People tend to think it’s simply a matter of arranging desks in a room. However, an effectively designed office can have a major influence on the people within it and the business as a whole, whether it be creating a calm work environment or promoting teamwork.

Serviced offices provide versatile workspaces, giving you freedom over office configurations. However, you may wish to invest some time measuring things up and confirming the placement of items such as network and power connections.

The layout of Bowman House has been designed to be as flexible as possible. Need to set up a private office or an active collaboration area for your team? Configure your office to fit your corporate culture and business needs.

Review the Contracts

The versatility of serviced offices should provide the advantage that, even if you make an incorrect choice, you can quickly rectify that error. But only if your contract permits it. Always verify you examine what is and isn’t incorporated in your contract, as well as specifics such as the conditions of your rental term.

We provide clear, completely inclusive contracts. If it is part of Bowman House, it will be included in your rental. Not every provider functions in the same manner, however, so it is worthwhile verifying to prevent being charged for using a parking space or being caught off-guard by a service fee for reception services in addition to your rental.

Always Tour To Inspect Your Office First

It might surprise you, but many people will lease a space without inspecting it. Although we take pride in our offices and are confident that people will be pleased with their selection, we consistently recommend an initial in-person tour.

Scheduling a visit isn’t simply about examining the space; it provides you with an opportunity to experience what a building and space are genuinely like. When you tour, you will sense the environment in the building, the other enterprises close by, and elements like the illumination or feeling of the space.

Before you tour, it is beneficial to spend a moment brainstorming the essential things to inspect, such as the amenities in the reception space, the sound levels in different areas, and the orientation the windows in various offices face.

The Bowman House Advantage

Royal Wootton Bassett delivers outstanding connectivity to major commercial hubs, including Swindon, Bristol, and the Thames Valley area. With immediate M4 access just minutes away, your team and clients will experience effortless travel connections throughout the Southwest. Our facility provides comprehensive enterprise solutions under one roof, from completely furnished private offices accommodating 3-8 people to adaptable conference rooms hosting up to 22 participants. 

Our Ultra-fast fibre broadband guarantees seamless connectivity, while our staffed reception services project professionalism to your clients. Beyond workspace provision, Bowman House cultivates a flourishing business community through regular networking events that frequently result in valuable partnerships and collaborative possibilities.

What to Consider

Thoroughly assess both current and projected space needs before committing to any office solution. Determine whether your team requires private offices or if open-plan configurations would suffice. Consider how frequently your team will require conference rooms and the potential growth over the next 12-24 months. 

While our pricing framework is transparent and comprehensive, ensure your budget accommodates expansion costs and additional services like catering or extended conference room usage. Evaluate whether our 24/7 access and staffed reception hours correspond with your business operations, and see if our Royal Wootton Bassett location serves your target market effectively. Finally, while we supply ultra-fast broadband and plug-and-play telephony, assess whether your enterprise has specialised connectivity needs or industry-specific compliance requirements that need consideration.

Selecting the Optimal Space for Your Enterprise

Discovering the appropriate serviced office is like any business decision: you clarify the decision you must make, investigate, and then utilise the information to make an informed choice.

Each phase will assist you in narrowing your selection, and several options based on location may reduce to just a few when you evaluate your budget. And when you arrive to tour, you might simply be confirming you are in the correct place.

Bowman House features a business address in an excellent Royal Wootton Bassett location, exceptional amenities, and is supported by our dedication to delivering the finest serviced offices available. And if Bowman House isn’t quite suitable for you, we are confident that one of our other solutions will be.

We are always delighted to help businesses who are either looking for their first ever serviced office or need a new base. Just give us a call on 01793 843100 and we will be happy to answer any questions you may have, or arrange a visit, so we can show you why Bowman House should be the address for your new office.