So what is Google Workspace?

Google Workspace is a cloud-based suite that helps teams communicate, collaborate and get things done from anywhere. It's simple to set up, use and manage, so your business can focus on what really matters.

Includes: a business email for your domain so you look professional and communicate as you@yourcompany.com. Gmail's simple features help you build your brand while getting more done. Plus access from any location or device so you can check emails, share files, edit documents, hold video meetings and more, whether you're at work, at home or on the move. You can pick up where you left off from a computer, tablet or phone.

This is a short guide to calculating what space you need and applying that to a search

The usual quick search online soon introduces you to the usual commercial estate agent mindset as represented in “square feet” or “square meters” as opposed to the easier residential estate agent search where they appreciate that what you really want to start with is how many bedrooms or how many bathrooms… so let’s see if we can help and at the same time save you hours of useless searches or the standard 10 minute viewings (and quickly onto the next one) with very little actual information included.

So it’s thinking time again when calculating how much size your office or similar workspace needs, you should consider how efficient or generous you want to be with allocating space and that varies and can change eg with your specific business sector norms or even those dreaded H&S guidelines.

We can’t give a definitive “typical” or “recommended” size of workspace per person; instead this has to be left to what your business needs and if you’re an employer then following Government, local, or sector guidelines as they are at the time and as they evolve so treat this as a rough guide to choosing what premises to view.

As a working example an allocation of 75 sqft / 7 sqm per person allows 50 sqft / 5 sqm purely for desk/chair space and another 25 sqft / 2 sqm to accommodate circulation space around it but this assumes little additional space for other items like cupboards, filing units or extra seating. Of course if you’ve hybrid or other “part time” people you can amend the space accordingly, so five desks could be shared with more people assuming you can control diaries!

There are lots of virtual business address option - so which one?

In this article we look at five core questions you can ask yourself when choosing what sort of virtual address service you really need and what the costs considerations are, covering the legal issues, location, your brand values and service level expectations plus, of course, the cost

In Nottingham’s competitive market, a Google Business Profile (GBP) ensures your business stands out on Search and Maps. This free tool boosts visibility, showcasing your office space or virtual address to attract clients. Optimise with photos, services like co-working or meeting rooms, and reviews to drive more clicks. Our guide simplifies setup, helping your Nottingham business thrive.

Who controls your profile online? It should be you but securing your Google Business Profile (formerly Google My Business) from unauthorised edits involves a combination of verifying ownership, tightening account security, and active, regular monitoring.

Be aware that Google allows the public to suggest edits to maintain accuracy but you can take steps to ensure only authorised changes go live.

In this article we cover some effective ways to secure your Google Business Profile