The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant impact on office occupiers and landlords which looks set to continue for some time. Whilst it has not been a mandatory requirement, the Government has advised businesses to allow employees to work from home, if possible, at various times throughout the pandemic. Many employers have implemented hybrid working either for the foreseeable future or as a permanent arrangement…
Assure Consulting is now an Approved Service Provider Member of the Flexible Space Association, the professional trade association for serviced and managed office providers. We have an extensive track record in the commercial office sector, including several Flexible Space Association members. We advise occupiers on all aspects of lease expenditure, with particular expertise in service charges and insurance…
For us to understand what will happen to Office Service Charge budgets in 2022, we need to look back. In 2021, the approach taken by office sector landlords to budgeting has been mixed. Whilst the majority presented reduced budgets, compared to 2020, many adopted a ‘business as usual’ approach, issuing increased budgets that have included substantial major works in some cases…
Assure Consulting attended the FlexSA (Flexible Space Association) Conference and Exhibition in London on 7 September, notable figures within the flexible space industry presented on key topics of interest to the sector.
Some providers within the flexible space sector have been significantly impacted by the pandemic, in particular the government’s directive to work from home. However, there is now a mood of optimism and excitement within the industry…
Latest Refunds and Savings With cost saving and refunds high on the agenda, I thought we would share some of the issues that we have dealt with this week……. Double payment of insurance …
Most occupiers of commercial multi-let buildings will be paying for electricity via two routes. However, do you know what you are paying and whether this represents good value for money?…
