Securing the right workspace becomes essential when launching a business and setting the stage for growth. It’s more than just an office—it’s a home for your team, a space where ideas take shape, and a foundation for productivity.
While traditional leases may seem like the default choice since they’ve been around for decades, serviced offices within coworking spaces offer a more innovative, flexible solution. They provide privacy and community connection without a conventional lease’s long-term commitment or overhead.
What is a serviced office?
A serviced office is a fully equipped, ready-to-use workspace that provides businesses with private office space within a coworking environment. Think of it as a place with just your staff members and their desks. You have your room, but it’s located within a space with other businesses around you.
Unlike traditional leases, serviced offices come with flexible terms, allowing businesses to scale up or down as needed. This means you can switch to different office sizes when needed. They include essential amenities such as high-speed internet, meeting rooms, reception services, and cleaning—without the hassle of managing utilities or maintenance yourself.
This setup gives businesses privacy and professionalism just for their team while still allowing them to benefit from the networking opportunities and collaborative energy a coworking space offers.
Why use a serviced office?
While dedicated and flex desks are also options, you are out in the open, sometimes mixed with other businesses. Those who work in highly secure industries (finance, lawyers, etc) where information is meant to stay private will most likely prefer others not to be reading it. With desks out in the open, you won’t have the same level of privacy as you do with the secluded room a serviced office offers. A serviced office solves this problem because your team can stay in a secure, private space to get work done but then open the door to the coworking space when ready to connect and network.
Additionally, if you have a lot of your equipment with a flex desk, you’ll have to pack it up daily. You aren’t guaranteed the same desk each time you return. With a serviced office, you’ll have the same desk you can always return to.
How a serviced office can benefit your business
Don’t worry about privacy in a secured office. That’s the #1 aspect that’s guaranteed. With a serviced office, you’ll benefit your business with:
- 24/7 access for your entire team to work in a private working space
- Fully furnished, move-in ready offices that are lockable and secure.
- Monitors, desks, and chairs for all employees to consistently use.
- Opportunities to keep the door open for collaboration or close it when focus is needed.
Think about how much is spent on the extra things in an office space—cleaning, furniture, internet bundles, food items—the list goes on. With any coworking space, you won’t have to run to the nearest coffee shop or spend time cleaning up after your staff; it’s all included in one price and covered by the coworking team. In a serviced space, you’ll enjoy:
- Community receptionists can handle your mail, welcome clients, or help you plan events.
- Reliable internet connection and AV equipment in meeting rooms of all sizes.
- A centrally-located address that can be displayed on your socials, website, and business cards.
- Bookable phone rooms to take private calls.
- Coffee and food in community sections to enjoy.
- Secure parking to make life easier for you.
- Minimal set-up costs.
A well-serviced space provides privacy and takes care of all operational details, alleviating distractions and allowing you to focus on what truly matters: growing your business.
Connect to a serviced office in Melbourne
If you’ve been looking for a new space to call home, it’s time to make it happen. Don’t worry about hefty setup costs and restrictive long-term contracts; sign up for a serviced office and simplify your life.
Here at Melbourne Connect Coworking, we have over 50+ private offices available for local Melbourne businesses. With short leases ranging from 1-12 months, these modern spaces are fully equipped with desks and chairs for various companies and suitable for teams of 2-40. Enjoy a lower cost than a flex or dedicated desk and scale as you grow. Connect with a community of freelancers and small businesses today!