SIMILARITIES AND DIFFERENCES BETWEEN A SHARED OFFICE AND A PACKAGE OFFICE

Similarities and differences between shared office and package office

Office leasing services are increasingly diversified. The shared office model is often understood as sharing working seats in a large space. The place functions as an open office. This is a new office model that helps expand the range of customers rather than just serving the needs of businesses with a large number of employees. In addition, a package office is an office style that resembles a shared office and is similar to a commonly known traditional office. These two types of offices have similar advantages but are also somewhat different. The following article outlines the similarities and differences, the outstanding advantages of each type of office so that tenants can choose the right service.

1. Similarities

Shared office and package office both have the advantage of helping tenants save on furniture procurement costs. These are two convenient office styles that are popular with many people. As is known, a traditional office is an office for rent that includes only usable space. Tenants who decide to rent for a long time will purchase, install equipment and arrange office furniture themselves. Meanwhile, shared offices and full-service offices are equipped with the necessary basic furniture (tables, chairs, cabinets,...).

In addition, other office equipment and utilities are also provided such as printers, photocopiers, air conditioners, etc. Line services are available such as internet, landline phones,... More importantly, compared with traditional offices, shared offices and package offices have lower rental costs. Not to mention, these 2 office styles have helped tenants save some money for shopping and office decoration.

2. Differences

The difference between the two office rental services: shared office and package office rental service lies in the rental price, space used and autonomy when using.

Shared office

Shared offices or working seats are provided in a common, open and large space. That space can be equipped with about 20 working seats kept at an appropriate distance depending on the arrangement of the rental unit and the size of the space. The shared office feels like a cafe (because of the space and facilities provided) but it is quieter and the principles are applied to keep the interests of each customer. The shared office helps to meet the need for space to focus for many purposes (exam review, short-term group projects, freelancers...) need to find a space so that the working process is not affected by other tasks or external factors.

Using shared office services means that everyone shares the space (except for the workspace that has been arranged enough for one person) and office facilities are provided such as: air conditioning, lights, relaxation area, drinking water area, one locker for each person, etc. However, customers usually don't see this as an inconvenience. The office rental service provider will have general regulations on the use of utilities and keeping order during working time. So that each customer receives the same benefits when using shared office services.

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All-inclusive office

A package office is different from a shared office in that it is an office with a partition, separating the inner working space from the outside common space. Packaged offices usually have a small area (about 4 sets of desks and chairs), air conditioning and a separate lighting system. This type of office is suitable for small businesses with less than 5 people, short-term work groups that need space to discuss, people who need quieter than a shared office,...

The rental price of a package office is higher than that of a shared office, but it is still lower than when renting and using a traditional office. Many small businesses and startups prefer this office model because of the combination of advantages and disadvantages of traditional and shared offices. It is separated from the outside space, the necessary furniture and equipment are arranged, sharing office utilities, the monthly expenses are low.

3. Notes when looking for office rental in Ho Chi Minh City

Ho Chi Minh City is the most bustling urban development in Vietnam. This is the ideal investment market for many businesses from all over the country and abroad. Office leasing has become a sustainable market thanks to the constantly increasing demand of new businesses. Many office buildings for rent sprang up in all areas of the city. However, not all rental locations provide quality services to satisfy tenants. The following factors are things that office tenants in Ho Chi Minh City should pay attention to when looking for office rental services for the first time:

• Location: the office building must be located in an area with convenient traffic, a large road (or a small road that is not too deep and enough for cars to move).
• Suitable market area: choose districts that are suitable office rental destinations for business, customer access or convenient traffic connections such as offices for lease in District 2, District 3, Phu Nhuan District, Districts. 7,...
• Reputation of the leasing unit: find out information about the office leasing service provider (ask customers who are renting offices, find information on office rental websites, ...)
• Area utilities: the surrounding area does not need to be located in the city center or district, but must be close to basic amenities such as banks, restaurants, supermarkets, convenience stores, medical facilities, ...

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The above factors are the main factors that are often prioritized when looking for office rental. In addition, other things to note that should also be considered are rent, contract terms, support services, costs to pay each month, ...