Choosing Office Premises

4. Out-of-town Premises

Many new office developments have been built away from towns.

4.1 The advantages can be substantial.

• There is usually plentiful parking.Some employees place a high premium on being able to drive to work.
• Business parks generally have modern, well-equipped office space.
• The environment will be cleaner, more attractive and usually safer. (See Securing your premises.)

4.2 The disadvantages are less obvious.

• Estate maintenance and management charges in a business park can be surprisingly high.
• Some business parks are located in run-down former industrial areas.Your employees and customers may find this off-putting.
• Employees without cars may find getting to work difficult.
• There may be few shops or places to eat nearby.With fewer places to socialise locally, employees may not spend much time together outside work.