The Business Exchange Swindon & Wiltshire Edition 40: Dec/Jan 2018/19 | Page 39

When it comes to deciding on where to locate your business there are a significant number of things to consider. Many of these items will be unique to you and will include how much you can afford and where you need to be from a geographical perspective, however it is sometimes the less obvious factors that can greatly affect business performance and need to be factored in before a choice is made. The working environment is key, businesses thrive on being part of a local commercial network and benefit from feeling at ‘home’ in their surroundings. This applies to businesses of all sizes whether it’s taking the first step away from working at home or considering relocating an existing business. If it is an office that is required then a serviced office may be the best solution. They provide an easy access solution with no long term commitment, are available in various sizes and come fully furnished with hi speed broadband. You take the space you need and can move within the building as you grow according to business needs. The flexible licence agreement and all-inclusive rates means you can control your cash flow with easy in – easy out terms. By having serviced offices meeting rooms and business units on one site Bowman House Business Centre offers a range of flexible options to meet different needs. Graeme Stephenson the Estate Manager says that ‘managing office facilities and resolving property issues can be distracting and time consuming but this does not need to be the case so before you commit your business to a lengthy property arrangement consider the alternatives available’