On taking space at Capital Business Centre, Croydon

The Velomotion Bike Fit Studio moved to the Capital Business Centre in Croydon to set up its precision equipment in an open plan sports studio.

Manager John Dennis says: “The Milton Keynes Business Centre gave us quality business space and just the professional setting that we wanted. We can use the space flexibly and we know that if we want to expand we can take more space without any hassle. Having ample free car parking for our clients is also a plus.”

Velomotion’s high tech suite of equipment can match rider to cycle with digital exactness. The company’s advanced measuring equipment and ergonomic knowledge allows the precise adjustment of customers’ cycles to achieve maximum efficiency.

Added August 2010

On taking space at Capital Business Centre, Croydon

Emma Parfrement and Vanessa Kayondo have relocated their LighterLife weight management practice to the Capital Business Centre, taking a unit in the eye-catching Tower building at the Centre’s entrance.

Emma said: “We were impressed by the high quality of the Centre and its ease of access and free parking. The reaction from our clients has been very positive and they welcome being sent to the Tower to achieve their weight loss goals!”

Keeping fit for life and business is now easier than ever at the Capital Business Centre in South Croydon. In addition to the LighterLife weight management practice it also has on-site the Get Sweaty gym and the very active Kung Fu Schools martial arts centre.

Added June 2010

On taking space at Milton Keynes Business Centre

ICRI Global Research, which has taken a dedicated building at the Milton Keynes Business Centre, is now increasingly making use of remote learning via video conference to give its overseas postgraduate students access to leading edge expertise in the UK. Chief Executive Professor Anthony Woodman praised the Centre for making available the latest IT on which ICRI could base its approach.

He says: “The advanced and reliable IT services available at the Milton Keynes Business Centre made this a very practical initiative for us to adopt. We know can always rely on the prompt support provided by the on-site Centre team.”

ICRI Global Research specialises in research, consultancy and training for individuals, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organisations and academic institutions. The company supports research in emerging markets particularly South and South East Asia.

Added June 2010
 

On taking space at Waterhouse Business Centre, Chelmsford

The offices are very light & airy. We were impressed that all the facilities regarding phones, internet etc were already set up. And that there is ample parking, a must when clients want to drop off books or come in for a meeting. The brochure and internet site about all facilities was a real help when we were looking for new premises as everything that you may require was listed even down to the charge for the cleaners! The reception ladies are very helpful, as there have been a few things that I didn’t know about that they have sorted out, and it’s always done there and then.
Best thing about this office: Very modern & security access is very good.
Worst thing about this office: Location!!

Added June 2010

Rebecca Hood and Emma Felton took space at the Laurence Industrial Estate to set up the Expressions Theatre Arts dance studio.

Rebecca says: “We wanted high quality premises which could readily be adapted for dance use together with easy access, good parking and a secure location. The Laurence Industrial Estate offered us everything we wanted and it was easy to configure a unit there to provide changing facilities, a dance studio, and a reception area and waiting area.”

Expressions Theatre Arts joins another thriving stage school at the Laurence Industrial Estate. Last year Blah Blah Productions, a children’s and young people’s acting workshop, moved there and has established a growing reputation.

 

Added 20 May 2010

On taking additional space at the Milton Keynes Business Centre.

Phat Pasty, a company run by Paul and Laura Clark, has just taken more space at the Milton Keynes Business Centre. Paul says:

“When we needed additional space to cope with growing demand it was very easy to take on another unit. It was a big plus not to have to worry about any property issues and the Centre staff simply took care of everything. This made the move hassle free and gave us more time to concentrate on our business.”

Phat Pasty has grown rapidly at the Milton Keynes Business Centre. The business delivers quality office lunches from the distinctive the distinctive Phat Vans and the company has now expanded to include an office buffet delivery service and a franchise operation.

Added March 2010

On taking space at Churchill Square Business Centre and Waterhouse Business Centre

Skye IT was launched six years ago at CEC’s Waterhouse Business Centre in Chelmsford and grew fast to become the Centre’s largest business. Skye IT Group companies now operate from several locations and when the company decided to open an office in Kent the Churchill Square Business Centre at Kings Hill near Maidstone was chosen as an ideal base. Skye IT Chief Executive Officer Paul Swords says:

“CEC just make it very easy for you. You walk in, decide on the space you want and then sign a monthly licence. For start-up companies in particular it’s ideal and you don’t feel that you’re signing your life away!

“We first took a small office at Chelmsford and then moved into a larger unit when we needed storage space as well. Then as we grew we took on all the additional space we wanted without the hassle of moving locations.”

Skye IT is a fast growing business that has expanded from a small start-up company in 2003 to a multi company business group with more than 120 highly skilled staff. Group services include hardware and software procurement, consultancy, recruitment and office supplies all delivered through an integrated sales team. More details on www.skye-group.com.

Added January 2010

On taking space at Milton Keynes Business Centre.

ICRI Global Research decided to locate its headquarters at the Milton Keynes Business Centre and has taken a dedicated building in the Office Village. The building with more than 226.5 sq m (2,438 sq ft) of space on three floors space was specially configured to accommodate the company’s extensive UK training programme. ICRI Global Research Chief Executive Professor Anthony Woodman says:

“The Centre offered us the turnkey solution we needed and it was an easy and straightforward process to secure the building we wanted and to arrange for alterations. The Centre team was very professional and helpful and we are ready to open our doors to the first course of overseas students.”

ICRI Global Research specialises in research, consultancy and training for individuals, pharmaceutical companies, clinical research organisations and academic institutions. The company supports research in emerging markets particularly South and South East Asia.

Added January 2010

On taking space at Milton Keynes Business Centre

Alan Stenson’s merchandising company Ethical Nation has grown quickly at the Milton Keynes Business Centre where he has recently taken additional space. Alan says:

“We were impressed by the quality of the premises at the Centre and the team there helped us to move in quickly and without any hassle. We didn’t want to commit ourselves to a long lease and the monthly licence was an ideal alternative.

“Our new unit has given us the space to grow and run even more efficiently, and having the use of the conference facilities is fantastic when holding meetings or presentations with customers.”

Ethical Nation is a merchandising business that makes it easy for companies and organisations to source and obtain ethically and sustainably made products.

Added April 2009

On taking space at Capital Business Centre at Croydon.

As an expanding start-up business FleetCSR decided the Capital Business Centre at Croydon was an ideal location.  Joint proprietor Denise Moore said:

“We required good quality offices from which we could offer services to companies and access to meeting rooms to run training sessions.  For all this the Capital Business Centre was ideal with the Centre Manager taking care of the property management matters and providing us with a complete turn-key solution to offices.

“We saved lots of time by simply choosing the offices we wanted to start in and then signing the monthly licence.  We moved in straight away and were up and running in days.  All the time consuming stuff like arranging phones and other services was sorted for us.” 

 FleetCSR – the initials stand for Corporate Social Responsibility – arranges training for fleet and business drivers who want to get the very best economy out of their vehicles. The company also advises on safe driving and compliance with Health and Safety Regulations.

 

Added April 2009

uke learning on taking space at St George's Business Park, Sittingbourne

Taking space at St George's Business Park in Sittingbourme, Director of uke learning Mick Durham said:

“It was ideal to have a turnkey office solution where we could simply and quickly move into offices and let others take care of all the property management issues. It is also a significant advantage to have the option to take additional space when needed as ours is a rapidly expanding business.”

 

Added October 2008

The Rok building group has just taken additional space at the Greenway Business Centre in Harlow.

Rok area leader Matt Dauncey says:

“We wanted to focus our attention on providing first class services for our customers and to be able to move into offices without any hassle. CEC helped make opening the Harlow office easy and our team was able to be quickly up and running. It has also been a big advantage to be able to take additional space at the Centre as our team has expanded.”

Rok is a nationwide building group with sales in excess of £950m and more than 5,000 employees. It aims to become the “Nation's Local Builder” by operating from a network of offices in major towns across the UK.

Added August 2008

Deepdene Care MD Dillen Iyavoo on taking additional space at Capital Business Centre, Croydon

Deepdene Care Managing Director Dillen Iyavoo has taken further space at the Capital Business Centre, Croydon for his expanding business:

“Good access to road and rail communications and excellent IT infrastructure were both important factors for us. Locating our head office at the Capital Business Centre allows us to develop further the communications infrastructure we need for future growth.”

Deepdene Care is a leading provider of quality community based mental health care. The company has steadily expanded over 20 years and selected the Capital Business Centre as the location for its head office team.

Added June 2008

Director Charles Bennett on taking additional space at the Capital Business Centre, Croydon

"It was good to be able to take the office space we wanted on a flexible basis as within months it became clear that we would soon need additional offices. If we had been locked into a long lease or even bought an office we would have had to start looking again and we just don’t have the time to do that."

Matrix ICT Services Ltd is a dedicated provider of strategic and technical ICT support for schools which began operation in Croydon and now covers all of London and the South East.

Added April 2008

Director Gary Lester on locating East Coast Permateek at Greenway Business Centre, Harlow

“There was a good deal of pressure on us to expand the business quickly and it was ideal to be able to move into the Greenway Centre without any hassle and take workshop and office space on flexible terms.”

Permateek installs a composite PVC based, environmentally friendly marine decking system.

Added February 2008

Total Lettings Partner Robin West relocating to the new Milton Keynes Business Centre:

“Total Lettings is a growth company and we needed to find the right base for the next stage in our expansion. The location and facilities here are first rate and the Centre will become a business hub for Milton Keynes.”

Property specialist Total Lettings is a local, independent firm specialising in Residential Lettings and Property Management.

Added January 2008.

Kingswood Cleaning Managing Director Annette Heywood relocating to the Capital Business Centre, Croydon

“We wanted to have a company base in good quality premises that reflected the high standards we set and the Capital Business Centre provides excellent offices which enable us to present just the right image for our company.”

Kingswood Cleaning is a locally based eco cleaning company that only uses products which are 100% natural or from environmentally friendly manufacturers.

Added November 2007

John Joseph of Diamond Biopharm offered these comments on relocating to Greenway Business Centre, Harlow

“Some people are put off starting their own businesses because they fear they will be bogged down by the multitude of requirements which are needed before they can even start. Finding an office or a workshop, sorting out the rates, rent, and postage to name just a few. Find a furniture provider employ an IT consultant, deal with British telecom, order the telephone system and arrange for the fax, not forgetting the infamous broadband. Security must come high on your list of needs so organise the burglar alarm, find somewhere to park, buy or rent the dustbins and arrange for them to be emptied - so many never get onto the foot of the ladder.

At Greenway Business Centre in the new Business Park in Harlow all those problems will either go away or be minimised. You will move into a ”brand new” office or workshop to the size that you want, a very friendly management team will sort all your needs and advise you where best to buy your furniture and computers, they will supply your phones and provide a broadband service, stamp and post your letters, do your photocopying and sort your post. Parking is not a problem and you are not restricted by how many cars you can park. The reception area has a visitors book and a waiting area where visitors to your company are welcomed

There are meeting rooms available with all the modern equipment at your finger tips and if you want refreshments laid on you need only to ask and by the way there is an adequate Café within the grounds serving all types of meals and drinks from early in the morning to the mid afternoon.

There is no better way to start your business where you can concentrate making it a success leaving the vast jungle of drudgery to a well honed team of people who just want to see you succeed.”

Added October 2007

Chris Harris, Moat Regional Director on relocating to Greenway Business Centre, Harlow

“Taking managed office space at the Greenway Business Centre was an advantage for us as we can focus entirely on our own core property management work and leave office property management to CEC!” Moat regional director for the East Region Chris Harris.

Moat, one of the UK’s leading housing associations, has opened a satellite office at the Greenway Business Centre in Harlow to help manage its extensive range of property interests in the area.

Added October 2007

Andrew Furber, Director, Tickford Security Systems, relocating to the Milton Keynes Business Centre

“Milton Keynes has needed a good quality Business Centre for some time and I am sure that the Centre will prove to be very popular. We were pleased to be able to pre-book offices at a location that will become a business hub for Milton Keynes.”

Tickford Security Systems is a leading local security business which provides alarms, CCTV and access control for major businesses and the public sector.

Added September 2007

Dave Hughes, Managing Director, Access Fulfilment, Waterhouse Business Centre, Chelmsford

“As a business already based at the Waterhouse Business Centre it was a big advantage to be able to take additional space on a flexible basis and we were very impressed by how straightforward the move was. There was no hassle and as before we were able to secure the offices on a simple monthly licence.”

Access Fulfilment provides a tailored sales fulfilment service offering order processing, storage and inventory management, pick and pack and distribution anywhere in the world.

Added September 2007

Paul Richardson, Managing Director, Concept Financial Planning, Capital Business Centre, Croydon

“We wanted to be up and running at the Capital Business Centre as soon as possible and with the minimum of property management worries. We were particularly impressed by the communications package that CEC could provide and they made it easy for us. Smart offices and good parking were also essentials for us and our clients so the move made good business sense.”

Concept Financial Planning’s experienced team provides advice tailored to the needs of individuals and businesses.

Added September 2007

John Mustafa, Oracle Components, Greenway Business Centre, Harlow

“The Greenway Business Centre is the right location for an ambitious growth business.”

“From the outset we wanted to be able to focus entirely on building our business and it was ideal to be able to leave all property management matters to the Centre Manager.”

Oracle Components provides electrical parts to businesses and the public sector around the world, with contracts with blue chip companies and with the UK armed forces.

Jean-Claude Cateaux, Smithfield Foods Ltd, Churchill Square Business Centre

“Ours is a fast moving business and we did not want to consider long leases. A flexible licence gave us the offices we needed at a sensible price.”

Simon Robson, the Galloping Gourmet, Capital Business Centre, Croydon

“When things need to be done you know that they will be done and we can get on with concentrating on our own business rather than worrying about property management. We now have a base in a quality business environment and that makes a statement in itself about the standards we are setting in our own business.”