The key to getting the best deal on office space at the right location is to define and understand your needs and wants at the outset. Discussing these details with key employees, a real estate professional and your space planner will ensure that your needs get met.
Here are a variety of issues that should be considered prior to commencing the office space location decision process:
Features
Site Accessibility
Best 3 Features of Current Space
Worst 3 Features of Current Space
Most Important Features
Freeway Access
Public Transportation
Timing
Layout Type
Occupancy Date
Time Line for Process
Offices vs. Open Work Areas
Location
Employees
Geographic Location
Access
Number
Sizes of Offices & Work Areas
Windows
Special Needs
Budget / Cost
Lease Options
Budget High, Low and Realistic
Costs of Relocation
Expansion
Extension
Termination
Contraction
First Right of Refusal on Adjoining Space
Reception Area
Security
Seating
Upgrades
Building
Neighborhood
Work Areas
Amenities
Types
Sizes
Equipment
Special Electrical Needs
Lunch Rooms
Coffee Bars
Lounge
Rest Rooms
Lease Length
Parking
Lease Length
Extension Options
Number on Site
Total Required
Cost
Growth Projections
Mechanical Systems
3 year
5 year
10 year
Elevators
HVAC
Off Hours
Operation
Special Electrical Requirements
General Feel
Identity
Spacious or Efficient
Lighting
Quality
Signage
Visibility
Hours of Operation
Conference Rooms
Image
Seating capacity
Number
Image
Public / Private
Type of Building
Location in Building
Location on Floor
View
Building & Floor
Size
Quality of Improvements
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