Operating a business from the spare bedroom at home is nothing new. The internet, cloud computing, along with cheap internet calls from providers such as Skype, are making it much easier for start-up firms to operate more cost effectively in these financially challenging times.
Due to demand, we are now offering a ‘Virtual Office’ service which is a fraction of the cost of renting a real office. The cost of office space, IT infrastructure and staff can be daunting for many new businesses. ‘Virtual Offices’ however, provide an attractive alternative.
Alan Cryer – Business Centre Owner explains “There are many benefits to be had for small businesses, it can help project a professional image and create that much needed ‘good impression’ without costing the earth. Our virtual office mail handling service allows businesses the use of the ‘Oakwood Park Business Centre’ address on all their business cards, stationary, emails, website, directory listings etc. We handle any mail and sign for any packages sent to the business address. We notify our virtual tenants either by email or text as soon as new post arrives. We can either forward the post onto a specified address or they can collect it when it’s convenient.”
“The cost of the package is £37.50 per month plus VAT, as an incentive we are offering one months free rental for 12 month contracts.”
Alan continues “Since our launch we have had a number of local service businesses signup. In the future, as their businesses develop, some may wish to upgrade and take office or storage space, this will be an easy transition, without the need for reprinting stationary and notifying clients.”
One such owner testifies of the value this service provides. “The Oakwood Park address gives our business profile a very polished, professional image which is important to our brand. The service is five star and I would highly recommend Oakwood Park to any small business.”
Another virtual tenant commented, “It has given me a renewed confidence during networking when I hand out my business cards to new contacts. I also feel more enabled to compete with more established competitors when pitching for work, I previously never felt comfortable using my home address on correspondence and on my website.”