Bizspace’s Gloucester Moreland’s Match Factory

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Recently collated together, some images and information about the home of England’s Glory. Bizspace are the operator of a number of commercial properties, some with more than a little historical interest. One such property is the former Moreland’s Match Factory in Gloucester, now known as the Moreland’s Trading Estate in Gloucester. Until 1975 Moreland’s match » Read More

Efficient communication can lift workplace morale

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According to the Chartered Management Institute (CMI), listening to employees’ opinions and promoting good communication is the key to keeping staff happy. “The connectivity between the managers and the workforce, the communication, the constant reiteration of what’s going on and how you can get the staff engaged and involved can boost morale in the office,” » Read More

Employers encouraged to promote healthy lifestyles

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Businesses have been urged to promote healthy living within their workforce. According to Bupa, simply changing the food served by canteens or by educating employees about health choices can have a significant impact on the health of the workforce in general. With some office space not having canteens he urged companies to provide some fruit » Read More

How to choose the perfect office space for your business needs

31st May, 2011 - Posted by admin - 1 Comment

Whether your business is looking to rent office space in Letchworth, Warrington or Manchester the factors which play a role in your final decision are likely to be exactly the same – you need the office space which provides everything your business needs. Some elements often get overlooked until it is too late and a decision » Read More

5 offers for 5 months in Lewes – Take your pick

31st May, 2011 - Posted by admin - 1 Comment

Bizspace in Lewes, at The Mallings Business Centre, has put together five great offers and is running them for an incredible five months. To read more information about each of the incentives just click any of the links below; We’ll Provide New Stationery – Incentive Flexible Payment Structures – Incentive Referrals – Incentive Biz Pod » Read More

Employers urge staff to improve skills

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Businesses may be interested to hear that staff should be constantly working to improve their skills and update their CVs. The Chartered Management Institute said that employers, including those who are looking to promote or recruit new staff, want to see evidence that staff members have maintained and improved their skills and qualifications. Chief executive Ruth » Read More

Companies urged to consult employees over hot-desking plans

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Businesses thinking about implementing a hotdesking system have been encouraged to consult with their employees about the plans. A number of firms that implemented the strategy recently told Register they had learned that discussing plans with employees is vital, particularly when they lead to such a major change in the workplace. David Murrell, head of » Read More

New businesses in the UK increased in 2010

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Companies may face tough competition as the number of new businesses in the UK increased by 48,000 at the start of 2010. According to the latest figures available from the Department for Business, Innovation and Skills, the rise equates to a 1.1 per cent increase from 2009. Business and Enterprise Minister Mark Prisk said: “Private » Read More

Businesses urged to seek professional security advice

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Businesses are being urged to consult a specialist before installing security measures. Adrian Platts, spokesman for the Business Crime Reduction Centre (BCRC), which aims to reduce crime by providing advice, signposting and support to businesses in the north-east of England, believes purchasing business security systems can be a daunting challenge. “Unless businesses have a good » Read More

Bizspace Biz pods, incubation space or desk space

24th May, 2011 - Posted by admin - 3 Comments

Business incubation space available in Lewes – Biz Pods on offer at Bizspace in Lewes Can you relate to any of the following? Are you working from home? Maybe you have an office in your spare room but there are just too many distractions to concentrate properly. Are clients and suppliers calling at your door, » Read More

How to lease the perfect workspace

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Businesses thinking about renting premises for their company can have a lot of issues to think about. There are a few simple steps that firms looking to rent a workspace can take to ensure the facility is the perfect place to conduct their business from. Consider your needs The first and most important step to take » Read More

Flexible workers can reduce energy bills

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Flexible working can be used to reduce a business’ energy costs Read More

Lighting changes can save money

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According to the British Council for Offices (BCO), a simple change in lighting can save businesses over a third on electricity usage. Paul Edwards, chair of the BCO’s Environmental Sustainability Group and head of sustainability at Hammerson, said changing from a T8 light fitting to a T5 fitting, will reduce energy usage by 35% instantaneously. » Read More

Demand for office space to increase in Leeds

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Businesses renting Manchester office space that are looking to expand their company may wish to consider Leeds office space. According to property firm Jones Lang La Salle, the number of enquiries for office space in the city have increased dramatically. The firm reported that London and the south-east is continuing to dominate the office space » Read More

Office space plans for Wetherby business park unveiled

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A planning application to build a new business park in West Yorkshire has been submitted to Wetherby Council. New office space, research units and retail units will all feature in the new development off Sandbeck Lane. The new office blocks at the site will comprise of two-storey buildings with nearby warehouse space that is expected » Read More

Recession stalls growth of homeworking

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The recent recession has stalled the growth of homeworking, according to the Trades Union Congress (TUC) analysis of official figures. A slow-down in the number of people looking to work from home could mean businesses are required to rent office space or industrial units to accommodate extra staff for a short period. The figures, released » Read More

How to share a multi-purpose office space

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Since the economic downturn, many businesses have been looking into sharing rented offices, industrial units and workshops in a bid to cut costs and remain profitable. According to recent studies, four in ten US workers now share office space with co-workers or other firms and the practice is expected to increase over the next ten » Read More

Eye test could improve employees’ productivity

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Businesses may also wish to consider encouraging staff to have their eyes examined. A leading optometrist has claimed that regular eye tests will ensure that employees are “performing comfortably in the workplace”. Daska Barnett, founder of Specs of Kensington, said long hours spent in front of a computer screen could induce fatigue and discomfort, impacting upon » Read More

How to find the perfect industrial unit

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Businesses looking to rent industrial space must consider a wide range of factors before taking the plunge and committing to a property. Price, location and security of industrial units are all crucial when it comes to finding the perfect facility but there are a number of other issues that must be taken into account before renting » Read More

Businesses urged to involve staff in strategy decisions

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According to the Forum of Private Business, allowing staff to have an input into business strategy will help managers engage their staff and prevent them from feel devalued. Phil McCabe, spokesman for the organisation explained that many staff members start new jobs with an eager and enthusiastic attitude and genuinely want the company to succeed. » Read More

Online learning ‘well suited’ to flexible businesses

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Flexible businesses have been urged to incorporate online learning resources. According to XpertHR, e-learning is particularly useful to businesses with a number of workplaces to cover or companies which employ a number of homeworkers. Firms renting Manchester office space, Hooton office space and Letchworth office space can use online resources to ensure staff receive the same » Read More

IT sector recovery set to drive office demand

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The on-going recovery of the UK’s tech sectors and the creation of new IT jobs is likely to increase demand for office space, a new report has confirmed. Figures published by Knight Frank at the annual M25 Office Market Research Breakfast showed that technology firms are expected to make up half of new office space » Read More

Environmental strategy helps businesses trim outgoings

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The British Council for Offices (BCO) noted that an environmental agenda can trim outgoings as well as helping to attract and retain talent. Paul Edwards, chair of the BCO’s Environmental Sustainability Group and head of sustainability at Hammerson, explained that a new generation of workers were beginning to influence businesses. “I think younger people these » Read More

Companies urged to improve green credentials

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Businesses are being urged to improve their green credentials to save money and become more profitable. For companies that wish to do so, “engaging the topic” by monitoring their energy usage is the first step, according to the British Council for Offices (BCO). Paul Edwards, chair of the BCO’s Environmental Sustainability Group and head of sustainability » Read More

How to find the perfect rented space for your business needs

9th May, 2011 - Posted by admin - Comments Off

Whether you are looking for Barnsley industrial units, Manchester workshop space or Warrington office space there are a number of important criteria to bear in mind before picking your rented property. Obviously one of the most important factors to consider when renting office space or industrial units is the price you are willing to pay. » Read More

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