Covid-19 has impacted our working lives in ways previously unimaginable, with legions of employees working from home. But as lockdown begins to ease, you may be mulling over the team’s return to work and how this will transpire. If you’re wondering ‘do I still need an office post lockdown?’, the answer is simple – Yes.
You still need a professional base for your business, as there’s only so far the kitchen table and Zoom backgrounds can get you. Your office is an extension of your business; it’s a reflection of your brand, and this level of professionalism and workplace culture just can’t be emulated at home. However, you may not want to house all of the team under one roof immediately, and that’s completely understandable. Similarly, you’re probably feeling weary about signing up for lengthy office leases, which again, is to be expected.
With this in mind, we’ve ensured that Avenue HQ Office Plans are ‘pandemic proof’, with the following features:
Flexible Terms
Starting from monthly rolling.
Previously, long leases on large offices were deemed standard practice, and evoked stability for many businesses. However, that notion has now gone out of the window.
If COVID-19 has taught us anything, it’s that you can’t predict the future, nor prepare for all eventualities. If the future is unpredictable, then flexibility is key to survival and success. This mentality of ‘taking each day as it comes’, is something that we’ve adopted at Avenue HQ and firmly embedded into our private office memberships. ‘Flexible Offices’ have terms starting from just one month – perfect for those who want an office, but don’t want to be tied into long contracts.
Varying Sized Offices
We’ve created a greater number of offices that vary in size, allowing for businesses of any sized to be housed comfortably and safely. This provides scope for a variety of options: you could split teams into separate spaces, or create a Satellite Office that can be used sporadically by staff. This would support staggered working; allowing the team to choose between heading into the office, or working remotely.
Additionally, Avenue HQ’s around-the-clock access allows for any changes in your work patterns.
Video Conferencing Technology
It’s likely that your business has relied on virtual meetings quite heavily throughout lockdown, and this might be something that you want to continue moving forward. We’ve pre-empted this and invested in new video-conferencing technology that can be used in meeting rooms across Avenue HQ’s spaces. Alongside video conferencing and meeting rooms, tenants additionally have access to private phone booths – all of which are bookable to eliminate cross-over, and are discounted for members.
Hygiene & Safety Protocols
Employee safety should always be at the forefront of decision making, and due to this, we’ve been working tirelessly to ensure that you can move into an Avenue HQ office, with peace of mind. We’ve introduced one-way systems, screen protected reception desks, improved air-flow systems and rigorous cleaning procedures.
An office provides a safe private space for you, the team and any guests. One where you’ll have autonomy on policing footfall.
By having a new HQ you’ll additionally benefit from:
- Reception Services, where a member of the team will meet and greet your guests, organise your mail and answer your calls if desired.
- Onsite Management Team, always on-hand to help.
- All inclusive cost, incorporating: rent, utilities, service charge and cleaning.
Ultimately, lockdown is easing and you need to pre-empt your return to work. At AHQ, we’ve put in the legwork to ensure that you can relocate to an AHQ office, feeling comfortable and confident whilst doing so. Get in touch to arrange your future office today.
