Fit Out Finance a climate positive workforce

Fit Out Finance – a climate positive workforce

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Here at Fit Out Finance we pride ourselves on being a climate positive workforce. Through our parent company, WestWon Limited, we have teamed up with a company called Ecologi. You may have seen us mention them in a couple of blogs and pages already. We joined them over 6 months ago now and became a climate positive workforce when we joined. We did this as we were (and still are) offsetting our employees’ carbon footprints. But more about that later. Below is a bit more information on how we are a climate positive workforce. Also see below for how you can make your business more sustainable.

How Fit Out Finance is a climate positive workforce

When we first decided to become a climate positive workforce, we were recommended a company called Ecologi. After numerous Teams meetings and emails back and forth, we found they were an extremely trustworthy and transparent company to team up with. We started to research the different ways in which we could help. Now, we offset all our employees’ carbon footprint (which includes 2 short haul return flights).

At the start of this year, we also launched our lease a tree campaign, whereby for every month of a lease agreement with us, we will plant a tree. So, for a 3-year deal, that’s a total of 36 trees planted! And a little goes a long way, because as of March 2022, we have planted over 5,600 trees in the ‘WestWon Woodland’. We have also been sending out certificates with an extra incentive for customers to repost them on LinkedIn. And just for that, we will have an 10 extra trees planted in the WestWon Woodland.

Make your business future proof

Currently, there is a big push towards businesses becoming more sustainable. We have started taking the necessary steps but wish, and will, in the future do a lot more. Some ways that we have made this step and that you can also do for your business are, for example, becoming a paperless office. The rate of modern technology is rapidly growing, and it’s time that all businesses took advantage of this. With the help of our state-of-the-art CRM system, we have managed to move all our documentation online. Apart from our certificates that are sent out (on recycled paper however) we have been paperless for over a decade now. You can also install LED lighting, crack down on recycling in the office and encourage staff to use public transport or walk to work if they can. Bigger ambitions include installing renewable energy resources and driving electric cars if needed.

Contact Us

If you would like more information on our green agenda here at Fit Out Finance, then please don’t hesitate to give us a call on 01494 506 385. Or, you can drop us an email to hello@fitout.finance. You can also see more over on our LinkedIn page.

Why social spaces are so important

Why social spaces are so important

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What is a ‘social space’?

A social space is essentially a breakout area. It’s somewhere that employees can go to relax, socialise, and sometimes even work with others. They are designed to create a different setting away from the desk. They make sure that breaks are optimised and taken in the best way for employees. It will differ depending on the type of business you work for; however, they all try to reach the same goal. Over the years there have been several wacky and wonderful ideas, such as foosball tables, beanbags and even vending machines. However, these are not usually found in most UK businesses breakout areas! However, if your budget allows, your employees’ expectations are met, and productivity levels are kept intact or even improved, then a few beanbags might be just what you need! Below are a few more reasons why social spaces are so important.

Enabling employees to work together

Arguably, one of the most important reasons to have a designated social space is to improve communication between employees. Stepping away from the desk and entering a space where you can socialise will help improve creativity. Allowing you to communicate with others around you will allow you to connect with your fellow colleagues. This has many major benefits including a better environment when working, increased productivity and increased collaborative work. It can also take out the broken communication that can sometimes occur between departments. Taking out the more formal setting allows those who wouldn’t normally work together to do so, again improving communication and increasing the likelihood of working together in the future.

Importance of a well rested break

We all know that formal settings such as meeting rooms and boardrooms are important for work. However, social spaces are just as important during those times when you’re not working. Making sure your staff take well deserved breaks to relax are so important. Taking yourself away from the desk at lunchtime for example can lead to a more productive afternoon and increased motivation, perfect for business! In this day and age, the importance of mental health and well-being is also on the rise. Therefore, the importance of breakout areas are all the more prevalent.

Design layout of your workspace

Lastly, the design and layout of your workspace is equally as important. This includes things such as acoustics, lighting, food and drink objects, filling spaces and partitioning. The acoustics of a social space can be changed by the introduction of soft furnishings and lower lighting. Food and drink machines such as vending and coffee machines will increase productivity. It will also give your staff their much needed caffeine hit! Filling the spaces can also be tricky when planning an office fit out, so adding small things like beanbags and sofas can keep the budget low, but add colour and populate the area. Partitioning is also important, read why here in a previous blog of ours.

Contact Us

If you would like more information on why social spaces are so important then head over to our contact page on our website to speak to a member of our team. Additionally, if you would like to talk to us over the phone then please call 01494 506 385 or email us on hello@fitout.finance. You can also see more over on our LinkedIn page.

Why are office refurbishments so important?

Why are office refurbishments so important?

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Why are office refurbishments so important?

Office refurbishments are so important when it comes to furniture and fit out leasing. This is because of the importance of what a workplace means for a business. Here at Fit Out Finance, we recognise how integral an office refurbishment can be.  It’s the first thing that clients will take note of when walking into the room. This is critical as it allows them to leave with the first impression you wanted to push. If this impression reflects your brand, looks smart, successful and vibrant it will be easier to persuade the client to work with you. This in turn will lead to more sales, leading to a larger cash flow, which is ideal for any company!

Not only can a refurbishment help with the impression you make upon clients, but it can help your team also. A workspace is a place that employees will spend a significant amount of their time, with the majority spending 35hours+ a week in the office. And this is the primary reason that a harmonious work environment is crucial. When an office gets a fresh lick of paint, you might be surprised in the surge of employee productivity and morale.

It isn’t always necessary to do a large refurbishment like this, but depending on the size of your business, you know what’s best. It also doesn’t happen very often, so making sure you get it right is essential. This includes paying for it the right way too. More companies are now leasing their fit outs all whilst spreading the cost over 3-5 years. Some of the benefits to leasing are seen below.

Benefits of office refurbishment finance

  • Pay for the interior project over it’s useful life
  • Significant tax benefits
  • Do not compromise your office interior project due to budget constraints, as leasing makes monthly budgeting easier
  • Flexible rental terms over one to five years
  • Preserve existing lines of credit

Contact Us

If you would like more information on why office refurbishments are so important then head over to our contact page on our website to speak to a member of our team. Furthermore, if you would like to talk to us over the phone then please call 01494 506 385 or email hello@fitout.finance. We hope that throughout this blog, you have been able to learn a few key points to financing your furniture and fit-out projects. You can also see more over on our LinkedIn page.

Why partition walls can help your office space

Why partition walls can help your office space

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There are several reasons why partition walls can help your office space. Below are just a few reasons, however there are many more out there. Here at Fit Out Finance we don’t just provide finance options in the office furniture sector, but also in the restaurant, retail and warehouse sector too. However, we don’t stick to our sectors and can provide finance for most assets we get asked about. Therefore, if you have any questions about a finance need you may have, and it doesn’t fall within these sectors, then please still reach out and we will be more than happy to help.

Natural light

Glass partitions create natural light within the office. This creates a healthy working environment within the office. Instead of having dark partitions that can negatively affect the mood of employees, having more natural light will boost morale. This could lead to more business and better teamwork within the office, which is always a good thing! It can also help when looking at electricity and heating costs, as the added natural light and insulation will help keep your costs down. Again, lower costs are always good for your business!

Office design and layout

The design and layout of your business is extremely important. With partitions instead of permanent walls you can set out the plan of your office to exactly how you want it. The design and layout of your office can also be important to your clients. It will create a good impression as the first thing they see when they walk into your building.

Cost effective and ease

Partitions are much cheaper than permanent walls. Therefore, lowering the expenditures on your business without having to compromise on aesthetic. Not to mention, they are also much more flexible as they can be easily moved. When you want to change the layout of your office, it will be a much smoother and quicker process. This means the ease of the change is increased. Both your employees and your bank account will thank you!

Privacy

The privacy of having a partition is something that can be tailored to your company, depending on what you want. The partitions make it easier for noise pollution to be reduced as well as your employees to be more focused. However, they also provide transparency between the business, especially if you have glass partitions installed. The relationship between employers and employees will stay the same as you can still see each other, without the added impacts of noise. Again, if this doesn’t end up working for your business, they can be easily moved or removed.

Contact Us

If you would like more information on the above information on why partition walls can help your office space, then head over to our contact page on our website to speak to a member of our team. Additionally, if you would like to talk to us over the phone then please call 01494 506 385 or email hello@fitout.finance. You can also see more over on our LinkedIn page.

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