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The market for flexible workspace has grown significantly over the past decade, catching the attention of startup companies and enterprise-level businesses alike. Today, flexible workspace is becoming the norm for many employers — especially those who value the flexibility, amenities, and community these spaces offer.
But what does flexible workspace really mean? And how do you know if it’s right for you?
Here’s the lowdown:
What is Flexible Workspace?
Flexible workspace is defined as an alternative to the traditional office lease, providing tenants with flexible lease terms to accommodate their evolving needs. Furnished and move-in ready, flexible workspaces are fitted with all the basic equipment and IT systems required to get a business up and running.
In addition to shared, common areas, flexible workspaces also provide a variety of space types that members can work from including:
Coworking: A guaranteed workspace (no dedicated desk) in a shared area with access to shared amenities and common areas.
Dedicated Desk: A personal desk, often located in close proximity to coworking, with access to shared amenities and common areas.
Private Office: An enclosed, private office space in a flexible workspace, with access to shared amenities and common areas.
What Are The Benefits of Flexible Workspace?
Flexibility
The elastic terms provided by a flexible workspace provider gives tenants the ability to scale up (or downsize) quickly, as their needs change. This means a company can grow into a private office, or multiple private offices, as well as scale within the same building, all without having to change addresses. Flexible workspaces can also help recession-proof your business with less upfront capital costs and reduced fixed expenditures — giving your company more cash on hand to help you weather any storm.
Amenities
As the competition for top talent heats up, companies must adapt their workplaces in response to changing demands and expectations of employees. Flexible workspaces offer a wide range of hospitality-focused services and amenities — from a welcoming reception area and dedicated community manager to daily snacks and refreshments — creating a warm, welcoming atmosphere and positive workday experience for all employees.
Community
Flexible workspaces also give tenants access to a supportive community of other business professionals to work around. This means companies and their employees have endless opportunities to network and socialize with other members — both throughout the workday and during community programs and events.
Is Flexible Workspace the Right Option For Me?
Adopting a flexible workspace can save you time and money, accelerating move-in time while reducing capital expenditures and operational costs. Flexible workspaces can also provide you with the flexibility, amenities, and community that a traditional office lease and space cannot.
So what do you have to lose?
Check out flexible workplace provider Industrious by visiting their newest location in Alexandria and get a free week trial when you complete a tour. Learn more or schedule a tour at: industriousoffice.com/alexandria-carlyle-tower.
About Industrious
Industrious is the largest premium flexible workspace provider in the U.S. with a presence spanning more than 40 cities. The company is known for its professional atmosphere and thoughtfully-designed spaces that accommodate teams of all sizes and stages, from solopreneurs to enterprise-level businesses. Members of Industrious have access to its national network of 80+ locations, allowing them to work anywhere their business takes them. Industrious has six locations across the Greater D.C. metro area, including Alexandria in the newly-renovated Carlyle Tower near the Hoffman Center.
