12th April, 2013 - Posted by admin - No Comments
New research suggests that accountants are more important than ever in the continuing economic crisis. Despite the recession, business is growing in the accountancy sector with 4,210 new companies in this area starting up last year. A study of recent Office of National Statistics (ONS) information by the tax and accounting information group Bloomsbury Professional, » Read More
15th February, 2013 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Manchester City Council has hit back at controversial plans by the government to allow office spaces to be turned into flats and other residential property, arguing that such a move could strangle economic growth in the city. Read More
1st February, 2013 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
A relaxation of planning laws set to be introduced in the spring could threaten the availability of office space, as city centre living becomes in vogue, property experts are suggesting. Read More
29th January, 2013 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
London commercial premises are continuing to attract international investment after Canada’s second largest pension fund joined forces with private equity firm TPG to buy a landmark office building for £265 million. Read More
28th January, 2013 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
London’s West End has once again taken the top spot as the most expensive place to rent office space in the world. Read More
12th December, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Small businesses looking for finances to expand into new industrial space could take advantage of a government scheme announced today (December 12th). Around £55 million of government funding will be put forward to help firms expand their operations in the next few years after many have struggled recently to get access to finance. Indeed, an » Read More
27th November, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Are you looking for a new office to expand your business or to start up your business? Like moving house, there are many things to consider and it can all seem a bit daunting. If you don’t know where to start, don’t worry, we’ve put together a checklist to help you find the perfect commercial » Read More
6th November, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
In the modern age, the internet continues to grow as more people quench their thirst for information and entertainment. But in the office space, there is still plenty of dispute over the use of social networking websites and whether it is appropriate to use during work hours. Is it disruptive? Or does banning it create » Read More
2nd November, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
There is good news for businesses with office space across the country, after BT announced that it will be speeding up its rollout of commercial fibre broadband. Indeed, the telecommunications firm said yesterday (1st November) that it is well ahead of schedule on the time frame it initially predicted for completion. It now believes that » Read More
31st October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
A north-east online bingo business has investment around £1 million in its future – by undertaking an office space refurbishment. Tombola, which has its headquarters in Sunderland, will be looking to upgrade the Wylam Wharf building over the next few years. Indeed, thenorthernecho.co.uk reports that the firm moved into the facility two years ago and » Read More
22nd October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
More than ever, health and safety in the workplace is of paramount importance. Irrespective of what type of layout office space has, it is essential to ensure the highest standards of safety are upheld so that people can work without fear. And this extends to many areas of the office – from how people sit » Read More
19th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Members of staff are likely to meet up with their workmates more than just during their nine ’til five shift within an office space. This is according to new research that has been commissioned by O2, which goes to highlight that a person’s work is becoming more important for their social activities today. In fact, » Read More
15th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Businesses across Scotland look likely to require office space in the coming months after it was revealed that the permanent and temporary jobs market improved last month. Indeed, Bank of Scotland’s latest Report on Jobs revealed that the number of people appointed in part-time and full-time jobs grew in September. This is against the backdrop » Read More
15th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
The country’s businesses could look at investing in new offices after research published today by recruitment agency Reed revealed that the jobs market is continuing to grow. In its latest Jobs Index report, the firm said that the Reed index has risen to 139 from 138 in July and 122 this time last year, suggesting » Read More
9th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Companies could look at investing in larger office space after new research revealed recruitment is continuing to improve. Indeed, the September Report on Jobs from the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC) and KPMG found that permanent placement appointments are continuing to improve. And as firms look for a more flexible workforce, temporary billings also saw » Read More
8th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
For many businesses up and down the country, investing in their office environment can create a better working atmosphere and lead to a happier and more productive workforce. But there are still some things that money can’t buy, like superfast broadband. While a rollout is continuing at a good pace across the UK, many businesses are » Read More
5th October, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
International specialist insurer Hiscox has announced that it will be expanding into new office space in York in a boost for the local economy. The firm has joined forces with City of York Council and S Harrison Group to find a location in the council-owned Hungate site of the city centre. From October, the office » Read More
26th September, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
The number of small businesses requiring additional office space could be set to increase, according to research that shows companies of this size are playing a huge role in employing more people. Indeed, the Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) says that small firms are strengthening the economy by tackling unemployment and taking on people who » Read More
20th September, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
The number of people working in office space who care about customer service is surprisingly low, according to new research released this week. Cognito, a mobile workforce management firm, found that around 44 per cent of the service management companies believe that half of its employees are not motivated by the idea of service excellence. » Read More
17th September, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Higher levels of conflict in office space across the UK are being blamed on the UK’s competiveness slipping in recent months, according to multiple reports published recently. The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development found that around 370 million working days are lost every year because of workplace conflicts, therefore leading to greater levels of » Read More
31st July, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
The arrival of the 2012 Olympic Games in London has led to many businesses around the capital trialling flexible working strategies According to a new report conducted jointly by recruitment specialists Harvey Nash plc. and London Chamber of Commerce and Industry (LCCI), 80 per cent of companies in London are now offering some kind of » Read More
27th July, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Business managers have been told that they can no longer afford to ignore making social media a major part of an office space strategy. Rebecca Pain, senior consultant at thebluedoor, and Jane van Velsen, director of Social Media Shop, have both outlined the advantages of social media in the workplace. In fact, Ms Pain said » Read More
17th July, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Two business experts have detailed that they do not believe traditional desktop set ups will be the norm and standard feature for an office space design in the years to come. Both Michael Thorne, product director for Pearlfinders.com, and Nick Rathod, mobility lead EMEA (Europe, Middle East and Africa) at Shoretel.com, are confident that technology » Read More
16th July, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
Business managers have been advised on how they can achieve inclusion and true diversity in their company. Read More
13th July, 2012 - Posted by admin - Comments Off
There are many points for a business manager to consider before they start putting a big push behind bringing social media into an office space. Kate Bussmann, a social media coach, believes that employers will be making a big mistake should they choose to go in head-first with marketing on social networking websites. This is » Read More
