http://www.avanta.co.uk//Templates/Template_110/Images/LogoBGImage.jpghttp://www.avanta.co.uk/http://www.avanta.co.uk/News archives RSS feed.On June 8/9th a team of avid cyclists from Avanta will take-on the Nightrider Challenge - a 100km bike ride past some of London’s most iconic landmarks. Lead by Avanta’s Chief Executive, Alan Pepper, the Avanta team will set off from Crystal Place at 11:50pm. The route will take them in a circular motion around The City of London, passing key landmarks such as Tower Bridge, Canary Wharf, The London Eye and The Houses of Parliament, finishing at the...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/nightrider-2013Wed, 22 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/0Workspace provider Avanta nose how to increase productivity… Success, it seems, can be bottled: Avanta , the leading workspace provider for SMEs and growing businesses, has launched its own bespoke fragrance for the workplace - ‘Ascent’ by Avanta. Avanta worked with renowned perfumer, Ruth Mastenbroek, who advised and guided Avanta through the process of creating the signature scent to stimulate productivity. Formerly President of the British Society of Perfumers, Ruth unde...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/new-office-aroma-that-makes-business-scentsTue, 14 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/1Avanta partners with N2S – the IT and disposal experts Avanta is delighted to announce that it has partnered with N2S, a specialist in Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment ( WEEE) disposal and data destruction. This partnership has prompted Avanta to launch an ‘IT Amnesty’ campaign across all its 20 serviced office locations in London and the UK. The ‘amnesty’ will see Avanta clients benefiting from the FREE collection and disposal of any unwanted, unused...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Avanta-partners-with-N2SMon, 13 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/2We are delighted to launch our own bespoke fragrance for the workplace, ‘Ascent’ by Avanta, so-called to advocate success and aspiration! To celebrate this launch we are giving away a FREE bottle of Champagne and a sample; of our invigorating fragrance to the person who submits the most inspiring answer to the question below: We want to know: What scent inspires you and why For your chance to win, share your inspiring stories in the comments section below… ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/what-scent-inspires-youTue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/3‘Ascent’ by Avanta   Following months of creative input, smelling-sessions and background research, Avanta is delighted to launch its own bespoke fragrance for the workplace, ‘Ascent’ by Avanta, so-called to advocate success and aspiration. The project got off the ground after extensive consideration into what contributes to the best working environment and atmosphere, and how Avanta could stand...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/ascent-by-avantaTue, 07 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/4By Mike Weaver, CEO, Beer & Partners 1. Decide what level of funding is required When deciding on the level of funding required for your business it is important to take a long term view.  Too little funding and you may not have enough funds to establish growth, resulting in failure.  Too much funding and you will end up with excess funds sitting in the bank achieving nothing for your business.  On your first round of funding you will give away the same amount of equity reg...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/top-tips-for-securing-business-fundingThu, 02 May 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/5    On Wednesday 24 April, Avanta played host to an 80 strong crowd of London PAs as partners, London First, held their annual PA network event in prestigious event space, Vanilla . PAs from London’s top companies caught up over cocktails, before being treated to an insight into the mysterious world of perfume creation, from renowned perfumer, Ruth Mastenbroek. Ruth gave attendees an insight into the science behind scent, and guests were presented with samples of her bespoke...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/london-first-pa-networkingMon, 29 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/6Meetings are important - yes, we all know this. Not only are they vital in helping your business grow, they aid effective communication, give direction and enable you to train, update, brief, catch-up, interview and plan. If we didn’t hold meetings, the chances are business productivity would drop, the office would be in chaos with employees uncertain on objectives, agencies unable to fulfil briefs and everyone guessing what needs to be done. So they are important, very important, but hav...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/how-to-run-your-meetingTue, 23 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/7Avanta’s small business panel debates impact of the Budget 2013 on growing businesses SME owner managers feel the recent Budget didn’t provide enough immediate relief for startups and growing businesses, with measures providing long-term incentives to invest rather than immediate help.  Avanta Client Panel with Rachel Bridge This was the conclusion of a round-table panel of small business leaders convened to look at the outcomes of the Government&r...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-panel-business-rates-reliefTue, 02 Apr 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/8Outcomes more positive than negative for UK SMEs Devil will be in the detail on unlocking funding NI rebate step forward for job creation by SMEs Positive measures for UK SMEs have come out of today’s Budget announcement from Chancellor George Osborne, but access to funding has not been addressed in enough detail. This was the feeling of the Avanta Situation Room   – a group of the leading workspace provider’s directors - w...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/budget-aspiration-nationThu, 21 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/9Join the Avanta team of directors for LIVE commentary and reactions to the budget from The Situation Room.   Reactions from The Situation Room...                     Refresh (F5) your browser to see the latest updates " Three areas that could promote a healthier labour market and enable SMEs to manage their capital more effectively More apprenticeships Reduce...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/budget-2013Wed, 20 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/10A panel of SME owners and Avanta Directors will meet on Wednesday 20 March to offer live, immediate commentary on the budget. As Osborne vows to deliver a radical, pro-growth Budget, the Avanta Panel will be on hand to offer commentary and insight on whether the FSB’s calls for a more, small business-centric Budget have been heeded, and how the news will impact the SME community - which represents over 99% of the country’s businesses: •    On the move? Keep up to...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/the-situation-roomMon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/11  Avanta Managed Offices Ltd , the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, has bolstered its digital presence with the launch of its new-look website: http://www.avanta.co.uk The website has improved functionality, clearer navigation and a much less corporate feel. A new interactive blog, ‘ The Fifth Wall ’, brings together its SME client news and articles on a range of subjects - from upcoming events to industry talking points. The l...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/new-website-2013Mon, 18 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/12Corporate terrorists have the biggest impact on employee morale according to Russell Guest, Director of ESP Ltd . This week Russell gave a 30 min presentation to small businesses as part of Avanta’s Grow Your Business Programme . The session was titled “Disciples, Donkeys and Terrorists” and highlighted how to manage underperforming staff whilst taking into account any external factors which may alter performance, such as the current tough economy. The session began with R...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/corporate-terroristsFri, 01 Mar 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/13Avanta Managed Offices  the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, is launching a new series of events for its ' Grow Your Business Programme’ . The series has been designed to help SMEs and start-ups promote business growth, with a host of notable speakers from different business backgrounds sharing their expertise and experience. Following the success of the previous year’s events, the programme will resume this year with events including:...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-grow-your-business-programmeFri, 22 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14It’s a bit alarming when you think about it but, taking away commuting time and sleeping, we spend almost half of our waking hours at the office – and that’s only if you’re working a standard 5 day, 45 hour week. Spending five out of seven days a week in a depressing office environment is uninspiring to say the least. This is why companies are now working harder to provide an office environment which fosters productivity, creativity and camaraderie between employees. Ce...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/7-tips-to-spruce-up-your-office-spaceTue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15The latest addition to Avanta’s portfolio of London business centres, 25 Sackville Street, London W1 opens the doors to its first clients today. Over half of the 23,000 square foot of available space in this sought-after location has already been snapped up. New tenants taking up office residence include a premium lifestyle brand, amongst others. Alan Pepper, CEO Avanta, says: “Since October 2012 we have had in excess of a hundred enquiries for over 750 work stations in our Sackvil...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-sackville-street-openTue, 19 Feb 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16Following a strong year in 2012, workspace provider Avanta is confident of a year of growth ahead with demand for a new space opening in Mayfair already high. In addition to opening two new offices in London’s West End, and raising almost £10,000 for children’s medical research charity Sparks, 2012 was a year which saw Avanta continue to go above and beyond the traditional remit of an office space provider - moving “beyond four walls” and helping its clients to...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-enjoys-strong-year-in-2012Tue, 29 Jan 2013 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17Avanta is delighted to announce that it has partnered with the environmentally friendly executive car service, Ecoigo.  This partnership ensures that Avanta clients located at any London serviced office centre receive 10% off fares, a significant saving when coupled with the fact that Ecoigo is already 20% cheaper than Addison Lee and up to 50% cheaper than a black cab. Ecoigo offers far more than just a reliable executive car service. They’re passionate about the environment and dou...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-partners-with-ecoigoWed, 05 Dec 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18For companies looking to take space in a number of Avanta’s business centres, there’s a great new deal which has just launched and lasts right up to the end of 2012.  Come to us directly, and not only will you receive one month free on a 12 month contract, but you’ll also receive either a free ipad, or £500 in vouchers. Avanta is promoting this offer in its serviced office centres in Victoria SW1, Devonshire Square EC2, Austin Friars EC2, Hammersmith W6 and Readin...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Special-Offers-To-Future-ClientsFri, 30 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19Following the success of its recent Grow Your Business programme, Avanta is now offering a range of services targeted at assisting clients with crucial stages of business growth to ease the transition phase. Using its own trusted suppliers, Avanta is offering significant cost savings on a number of products and services for office space clients, including HR, communications, insurance and IT support. Alan Pepper, CEO Avanta: “Running a company means you have to become an expert in all ar...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-offers-clients-benefits-programmeMon, 19 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20Almost 100% of the small and growing business attendees at Avanta’s inaugural small business panel will be taking on more employees in the coming year, with nearly 90% recruiting for permanent positions.* This was the outcome of a round-table panel of business leaders from UK SMEs looking at the employment outlook for 2013, organised by leading provider of flexible working space for growing businesses, Avanta Managed Offices Ltd. Adeel Nadeem, Softweb Resourcing, is positive this potenti...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/positive-prospects-for-small-business-growthWed, 07 Nov 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21SME directors and senior managers called for greater investment in training and development for employees of growing businesses, as a lack of skilled employees is driving companies to look further afield to find top talent. This was the conclusion of the round-table panel of business leaders from UK SMEs looking at the employment outlook for 2013, organised by the leading provider of flexible work space for growing businesses, Avanta Managed Offices . Alan Pepper, CEO Avanta, commented on the ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/lack-of-skilled-workforce-holding-back-sme-growthWed, 31 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, will host its first client panel event on Tuesday 30 October at Vanilla in London W1. The Avanta small business panel is the final event in the Grow Your Business Programme, developed by serviced office provider Avanta.  The Grow Your Business Programme offers Avanta clients a package of essential tools business owners need in order to grow successfully.  Past programme topic...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/growth-past-business-invest-2013Tue, 30 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23As we enter into autumn, and the days draw ever shorter, it’s incredibly hard to keep motivated about taking regular exercise.  When it’s cold and dark, the last thing anyone feels like doing is popping on the running kit and heading out to pound the streets.  Similarly, a trip to the gym is far less appealing than a warming supper in front of the television.  However, taking regular exercise plays an important part in maintaining the health and wellbeing of both body...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/can-regular-exercise-motivate-employeesThu, 25 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, launched its Grow Your Business Programme with a rousing talk from phone-box millionaire and the British Library's Entrepreneur in Residence, Stephen Fear. Avanta ‘s events programme has been designed to help SMEs and start-ups promote business growth, with a host of notable speakers from different business backgrounds. Covering a wide range of topics, from advice on how to raise f...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-grow-your-business-programme-startsThu, 11 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25Signing the latest addition to its portfolio of London business centres , Avanta Managed Offices Limited has entered into a management agreement to run a new London business centre at 25 Sackville Street, London W1. On behalf of Aldersgate Investments Ltd, Drivers Jonas Deloitte and Jones Lang La Salle have let the 23,000 square foot over ground and four upper floors at 25 Sackville Street, London W1, to Avanta, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses. Th...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-adds-Sackville-Street-to-portfolioWed, 10 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/26Despite being in the age of the paperless office, there are still those who love piles of paper, and usually claim to know exactly where everything is (describing their mess as ‘organised chaos’). On the other hand an increasing number of organisations are implementing clear desk policies, especially those who often have clients in their office space, for example estate agents.  This article will look at both tidy and clear desks to weigh up the best option for the 21st Century ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/tidy-desks-or-clear-desksMon, 08 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/27This week is National Customer Service Week – a chance for businesses around the world to celebrate doing what they do best; looking after their customers and clients.  At Avanta, we’ve always taken customer service incredibly seriously.  We are the only serviced office company with Institute of Customer Service accredited staff and our aim is to deliver more than just the four walls of a clients’ office;  we want them to receive the support they need to grow and...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-celebrates-national-customer-service-weekTue, 02 Oct 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/28Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, is supporting The Story of Christmas Appeal by providing them with free office space and support services in its 20 Hanover Square business centre.  The Story of Christmas is the property industry's Christmas event, raising around £250,000 each year to fund capital projects benefitting disadvantaged young people and the homeless in London. Fundraising culminates in a spectacula...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-and-the-story-of-christmasWed, 26 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/29According to a study carried out by online food delivery service, Just Eat, the key to business growth could be working with competitors.  Almost 30% of UK SMEs stated that working with their competitors would help their businesses grow over the next 12 months.  This forward thinking approach was also found to have stemmed from the recession, suggesting that the tough current economic climate has helped bring businesses together. Working with, or even collaborating with, a competitor ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/working_with_competitors_helps_small_businessesTue, 25 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/30Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, has opened the latest addition to its portfolio of London office locations, at 17 Hanover Square W1 . The new building offers businesses 9,000 sq ft of state of the art and fully refurbished serviced office accommodation. The space is in high demand – the building is already 65% occupied and there have been over 40 completed viewings since the end of July. In addition to the office...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/high-demand-for-mayfair-office-spaceThu, 20 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/31Despite a huge rise in the number of remote workers across the county, a new study carried out by the London Business School has shown that lack of ‘face time’ in the office can hold employees back. The 10 year research project has found that, although the business world is slowly shifting towards granting more flexibility to the workforce in terms of where and how they can work, the importance of ‘passive face time’ is not to be overlooked.  Indeed, the research fo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/the-importance-of-being-seenThu, 13 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/32Due to the increased difficulty of securing a good job or attending a good university, graduate employers cite ‘work experience’ as a key factor in the recruitment of students. With graduate numbers increasing every year it's crucial that more students get the opportunity to undertake work experience to give them the best possible chance when entering the job market - any extra experience within the world of work puts you ahead of those without it. The experiences students gain durin...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/the-benefits-of-work-experienceThu, 06 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/33Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible office space and support for growing businesses, is launching its Grow Your Business Programme for its clients - a series of events designed to help SMEs and start-ups promote business growth. Starting at the end of September, and running until the end of October, Avanta will be hosting a number of breakfasts, dinners, networking events and seminars with a host of notable speakers from different business backgrounds. Covering a wide r...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-launches-grow-your-business-programmeWed, 05 Sep 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/34New research by mobile phone firm O2 has found people form more friendships in the workplace than in any other area of their lives.  The 2000 adults surveyed, revealed that the workplace created more long lasting friendships than school or university.  Almost one in three people said they made most of their friends through work, whereas around one in four (23%) cited school and one in 10 said higher education. Perhaps this is not so surprising when you stop to consider how ma...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/office-is-number-one-for-friendshipsThu, 30 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/35Choosing where to base your business is a crucial decision.  Not only do you want it to be convenient to get to, but it may be necessary to be close to your clients, or even your competitors.  In addition, there are certain amenities that it may be important to be based near if you envisage frequent visits.  This article addresses a number of different amenities and why basing your business near them could be extremely beneficial.  The 5 major types of local amenity w...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/office-space-locating-near-key-amenitiesThu, 23 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/36When taking new office space, one of the first decisions that will need to be made is how it should be configured. For small companies, it may well not make sense to have anything other than open plan as, when there are only a handful of people in the company, there’s no need to divide the space into individual offices. However, for larger companies or departments, there are positives and negatives to open plan office space arrangements.  Some of these are outlined below. Advantage...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/pros-and-cons-of-open-plan-office-spaceThu, 16 Aug 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/37Avanta, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, has raised almost £4000 so far this year for Sparks. Money has been raised throughout the year for the children’s medical research charity as well as from one-off sponsorship events, many of which took place in July. So far, in 2012 Avanta has raised £2,478 from its meeting room donation scheme, where £1 is donated by the work space provider each time a meeting room for over ten peopl...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-trample-through-mud-sparksTue, 31 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/38Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, has taken over the management of 9,000 square feet of office space at 17 Hanover Square, W1 , following the signing of a management agreement with Swan Walk in July. The centre will open for business in September 2012 and will offer serviced office space from one to one hundred workstations, as well as one meeting room for ten people. This deal increases Avanta’s presence in Hanover...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-opens-new-business-centre-in-Hanover-squareMon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/39Out of almost 450 growing businesses within Avanta’s central London portfolio, nearly 70% were at their desks this morning seemingly unaffected by any Olympic lock-down. This is according to an internal survey by Avanta, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses.* Locations in Zone 1 were more affected than those outside of the very centre – only around 57% of companies working at Avanta’s Orange Street location were at their desks this mor...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/business-as-usual-for-smes-on-day-one-of-GamesMon, 30 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/40This short e-book provides a concise and easy to read guide on everything you need to run a productive and successful meeting.  Even if you are positive the presentation or product you are pitching is going to be a great success, this guide will help ensure you identify the little things that could let you down.     Download your  FREE SMEs Guide   to Meetings today!   Contents include: The benefits of using professional m...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/smes-guide-to-meetingsFri, 27 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/41Basing your company in the Thames Valley has always been a shrewd business move.  Just 30 minutes from Central London , Reading places you in a strategic position, with the M4 corridor on your doorstep, access to some of the UK’s major business hubs is just a few hours away.   Not only does the Thames Valley offer a prime location when seeking high quality serviced office space , but also offers a cost effective alternative to London. With the recent announcement that the Govern...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/serviced-offices-reading-shrewd-business-moveFri, 20 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/42Avanta Managed Offices is to take part in its 4th consecutive JP Morgan Corporate Challenge, after last year’s brilliant success raising more than £1,200 for the children’s medical research charity, Sparks.   Avanta is hoping to pass this milestone and raise even more this year for a charity it is closely associated with. A total 13 Avanta staff are taking part in the run which will include staff members from Holborn’s business centre and the office based in Ha...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-runs-for-sparksWed, 11 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/43This summer sees big screens popping up all around London from those in Hyde Park and Battersea Park for the Jubilee, to a wide range dotted around in public areas showing all the sporting action from Stratford come the end of July. Getting us all in the mood nice and early, the annual big screen has arrived outside Avanta’s business centre on Lyric Square , Hammersmith W6.  The 2012 Urban Beach themed event comes complete with several rows of deck chairs for viewers to enjoy whilst ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/big-screen-is-back-in-lyric-squareWed, 04 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/44Avanta’s clients have a right to be perky, given the 1.36 million cups of tea and coffee drunk each year in its business centres .  To satisfy demand, the leading workspace provider for growing businesses has signed a deal with eco-friendly coffee brand iKhofi , which will increase the quality of coffee on offer, while reducing the amount of waste sent to landfill. This change is a result of Avanta’s latest client survey, which has seen a number of updates taking place at man...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/new-coffee-for-avanta-clientsMon, 02 Jul 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/45After years of sitting on a train with little or no reception on our phones, business can now carry on as usual with the introduction of Wi-Fi on the London Underground network. Gone are the days of being bored whilst waiting for a train or being stuck in a tunnel due to signal failure - users will be able to surf the web, send and receive emails or even just catch up on the news. Virgin Media Wi-Fi will enable London passengers to go online at some 80 stations including ticket halls, walkways ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/wi-fi-coming-to-london-undergroundThu, 28 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/46Avanta is supporting a team of intrepid adventurers from Instant, the flexible office specialist, who are taking on the gruelling task of cycling from Parmoor, just outside Marlow, to Paris.  The 3 day challenge at the end of June will see them cover some 230 miles ensuring both a mental and physical test for all involved.  The team consists of 45 employees and friends, who will aim to reach Brighton on day one, take the ferry from Newhaven to Dieppe and pass through northern France on...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/intstant-offices-parmoor-to-parisThu, 21 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/47Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, is helping its clients to make the most of the opportunities available to them this summer, whilst making contingency plans should transport difficulties affect their clients’ travel to and from work. With the country about to embark on a summer of sport, Avanta is offering clients advice and support on how to make the most of the business opportunities available through a partnersh...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-prepares-clients-for-a-summer-of-sportThu, 14 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/48Clients in Avanta business centres celebrated the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee a day or two early.  Centre teams organised tea parties on Friday 01 June and decorated break out areas and meeting rooms with balloons and bunting to get people in a festive mood for the long weekend of celebration ahead.  At Saunders House, Avanta’s Ealing business centre, the centre team organised a mid morning get together for clients with cupcakes, tea, coffee and a jubilee themed quiz. At Charl...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-celebrates-the-diamond-jubileeTue, 12 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/49After months of disruption, London's Leicester Square has now reopened and is showing off its £15.3 million makeover.  The Square, in the heart of London’s West End , is synonymous with film premieres and has welcomed many of the world’s most glamorous stars on its red carpet.  Whilst the works have been going on for the last 17 months, premiers have been held at other cinemas across the capital including Westfield’s multiplex in West London . Not only has...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/leicester-square-reopensWed, 06 Jun 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/50Home to many government buildings, including New Scotland Yard and City Hall, London Victoria has become a hub for many of the UK’s leading businesses. With its increasing popularity with UK based businesses, London Victoria has managed to defy the UK’s recessionary climate with a multi billion pound investment project. Over the next 6-8 years London Victoria will undergo a major redevelopment plan which will regenerate the area and create over 125,000sqm of prime central London of...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/redevelopment-boom-in-London-VictoriaMon, 28 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/51Avanta Managed Offices Ltd, the leading provider of flexible work space and support for growing businesses, has teamed up with the British Business Club to offer its members a special offer on virtual office services and meeting rooms during the summer. The virtual office service is available for £399 during July and August and allows a business to have a presence in the heart of London without physically moving there. The service offers a London postal address and telephone call handling...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-discounts-for-british-business-club-membersTue, 22 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/52The last British Gas Engagement Panel online debate, attended by Katie Miles of Avanta, revealed that 46% of energy billed to British Gas Business Customers was used outside of standard working hours . Despite many "Switch off" campaigns, changing people's behaviour is still proving difficult. Here are 4 key findings from the debates: Smart Meters are a popular idea due to their ability to provide people with instant, precise readings. This is seen as essential when accounting ac...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/businesses-still-to-switch-offMon, 21 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/53Avanta held its annual staff quiz night on Thursday 26 April at the company’s event space, VANILLA , on Great Titchfield Street W1. It was a fab night and over £400 was raised for Sparks, the children’s medical research charity. 8 teams took up the Quiz Night Challenge including teams from the support centre and Lyric Square, Charlotte Street, Reading and Ealing. The quiz was run by the company’s “in-house quiz master” David Kinnaird. Despite it being a prett...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-quiz-raises-funds-for-sparksWed, 16 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/54In a bid to get commuters off the road and public transport, as well as promoting health and fitness, a new app has been created to reward those who walk or cycle to work. The “re:route” scheme is run by Recyclebank, a company which manages a reward system for households who recycle their rubbish.  It allows users to collect points for their journeys made by bike or foot which can then be redeemed against offers at high street stores. In addition, the app will let users know h...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/london-commuters-to-be-rewardedWed, 09 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/55With less than 100 days to go until the Games begin, Avanta is ramping up the information it’s sending out to its serviced office London clients regarding potential travel disruption, and how to avoid it.  In addition, on Tuesday 8 and Wednesday 9 May, staff from a number of business centres will be taking part in a self-styled ‘stress test’ to practise alternative routes into work.  They will also be looking at flexible working hours to avoid travelling at peak times...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Avanta-runs-travel-stress-testsThu, 03 May 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/56Avanta has re-confirmed its support for Sparks, the children’s medical research charity, by announcing that it will donate £1 for every meeting room booking made for 10 delegates or more at any of its 18 UK business centres during 2012. Avanta has supported Sparks for the past six years and through this new initiative hopes to raise more than £6,500 by the end of the year. Geraint Evans, Avanta’s sales & marketing director comments, “We take our commitment to ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-meetings-raise-money-for-sparksMon, 30 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/57At Avanta we provide more than just the four walls of clients’ offices.  Our highly trained centre teams, accredited by the Institute of Customer Service, offer full support to help their businesses succeed.  Whether it’s the simple things like meeting and greeting guests in a professional manner, or going the extra mile to help a client retrieve a lost presentation at 7am on a Saturday, we want all the companies in our business centres to view the Avanta team as an extensi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/random-acts-of-kindnessMon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/58Following a five-way pitch, Flagship Consulting has been appointed to provide an integrated PR and social media campaign for Avanta Managed Offices, a leading operator of serviced offices , meeting space and virtual offices. The Flagship team, headed up by Chief Executive Diana Soltmann, will manage a comprehensive campaign for Avanta that will focus on its core principles of great service and value.  The campaign will emphasise Avanta’s main differentiators while helping, through so...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-appoints-flagshipMon, 23 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/59The London cinema that established British film is to be restored and reopened in a £6m project.  The Regent Street cinema, formally known as the Polytechnic Institute, hosted the first public showing of a moving-image film to a UK audience in 1896. Opened in 1838 the Regent Street cinema has served as an institute of higher education in cinematography, offering the UK’s first course in cinematography in 1933, followed by the first Honors degree in film in 1970. The Regent Str...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Regent-Street-Cinema-200412Fri, 20 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/60Moving office is a stressful procedure.  Whether you’re a one man band, or a large corporate, it is essential to ensure that your move is as smooth as possible and that you don’t lose connectivity.  In addition, there are a plethora of important items that cannot be forgotten about including utilities set up, telephone forwarding and insurance cover. Taking space in a serviced office alleviates a number of these headaches.  The very nature of a serviced office means t...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/tailored-insurance-for-serviced-officesThu, 12 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/61Hammersmith and Fulham are preparing to host the 158th Boat Race that takes place at 2.15pm on Saturday 7 April on the Thames. Local residents can watch the action from two of the best vantage points on the route: Bishop’s Park in Fulham and Furnivall Gardens in Hammersmith.   The race starts at Putney Bridge and finishes over 4 miles later at Mortlake.  The Fulham / Chiswick side of the River is known as the Middlesex side, the Putney / Barnes side is known as the Surrey si...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/hammersmith-gets-ready-to-rowThu, 05 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/62Within two weeks of signing the lease on its 16 th location in the Capital, Avanta Managed Offices has filled the new business centre to capacity. The Grade 2 listed building at 4 Cavendish Square W1 , is being managed by Avanta under a five year management agreement with Barwa Capital (UK) Ltd, and houses 130 workstations and a 32-seat tiered auditorium with state-of-the-art AV equipment. The building is in superb condition having undergone a £4million refurbishment in 2008. Aamir Khan ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-cavendish-square-fully-occupiedWed, 04 Apr 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/63A recent study by The Boston Consulting Group shows that the UK is number 1 of all the G20 nations with regards to the amount of revenue the internet contributes to GDP.  Not only is it number one, but the study goes on to predict that the online industry will grow at an annual rate of 11%.  Although this is extremely encouraging for online business as a whole, funding for new opportunities is often hard to come by as banks generally see the industry as riskier than traditional sector...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/uk-online-industry-boomingMon, 26 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/64As part of Avanta’s commitment to transparent pricing and reducing the environmental impact of its 18 UK business centres , it will be supplying Belu bottled water free of charge to clients using its meeting rooms from March 2012. Belu uses the highest levels of recycled materials to produce a product that is 100% carbon neutral and is the exclusive bottled water partner of WaterAid, a charity that works to transform the lives of those in the world's poorest communities by improving acces...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-stocks-belu-waterTue, 20 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/65Klas International was set up by Peter Scrivener, Kenny Logan and Greg Knight who recognised that their large network of friends, colleagues and contacts could provide a significant benefit for the businesses and organisations they supported.  Acting on the premise that word of mouth forms one of the most powerful forms of advertising, Klas International provides ambassadors from the world of sport and business to powerfully endorse trusted partners who provide first class products and serv...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Klas-international-scores-at-AvantaMon, 19 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/66Avanta’s business centre on Victoria Street SW1 was the unusual venue of choice for a happy couple tying the knot on Valentine’s Day.  Business centre manager, Janiece Usoro, commented “Our Berlin meeting room was booked that day for what we assumed was a normal business meeting.  So we were really surprised when a wedding party turned up complete with the bride wearing a wedding dress!  They were clearly very excited and we tried to make the moment as special a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/wedding-bells-at-Avanta-VictoriaThu, 15 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/67A report has put Reading in the top five European cities of the future behind London, Paris, Vienna and Moscow.  The same study also named Reading as the top micro city in Europe. In the report, which is published by fDi Intelligence every two years, Reading beat UK cities such as Cambridge, Edinburgh and Glasgow in the top 25 overall European cities chart. Tim Smith, executive director at economic development company Reading UK CIC, said: “This is incredible news for Reading and a ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/reading-a-city-of-the-futureWed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/68Avanta recently hosted a breakfast briefing for London First, the influential business membership organisation with the mission to make London the best city in the world in which to do business.  The briefing, which took place at Avanta’s Devonshire Square EC2 business centre , demonstrates how the London First security and resilience network is working in partnership with the City of London police to help combat crime in the City. The briefing was led by Adrian Leppard, the new Cit...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-hosts-london-first-eventWed, 14 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/69 ** NEW DATES AVAILABLE! ** Avanta is going that extra nautical mile for the clients at its Hammersmith business centre by organising an RYA Day Skipper Theory Course for all would-be sailors at a discounted low price. The shore-based course is being held in conjunction with First Class Sailing, a leading provider of RYA courses in London, and will introduce participants to the navigational elements of sailing and take them one step closer to chartering and skippering a sailing yacht or m...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/learn-about-sailing-at-avantaThu, 08 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/70Avanta Managed Offices is to open its 16 th business centre in the capital following record occupancy levels during 2011 and an ongoing surge in demand for flexible workspace in Central London. Under a management agreement with Barwa Capital (UK) Ltd, Avanta will manage the Grade 2 listed building at 4 Cavendish Square W1, which will house 130 workstations and a 32-seat tiered auditorium with state-of-the-art AV equipment. “This is part of our niche plan for developing and generating in...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-to-open-new-london-business-centreMon, 05 Mar 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/71As 2012 is clearly the year of sport, members of staff at Avanta are dusting off their running shoes and taking part in a variety of events.   First up is Kerrie Dancer, service co-ordinator at Avanta’s Heathrow business centre , Capital Place UB3.   Kerrie is taking part in the Sport Relief Mile and taking on 6 miles at The Everham Sports Centre on 25 March.   Sport Relief was started in 2002 and, in the last 10 years, the British public have raised over £124 million ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-gets-fit-in-2012Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/72Following a massive surge in bookings for its fully equipped meeting and training rooms, Avanta has launched a dedicated meeting room website – www.avantameetingsolutions.co.uk The new website provides users with detailed specifications of all available Avanta meeting rooms and their facilities, as well as comprehensive photographs of lay out options with maximum capacities and tariffs.  Downloadable catering menus and specifications of AV equipment are also available. The co...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-launches-meeting-room-websiteThu, 23 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/73Serviced office operators in London are ideally placed to help attract new businesses to the Capital, claims Avanta Managed offices, which operates 15 business centres across London.  “Whilst the challenging economy has seen traditional office space stall, both from a construction and investment perspective, providers of flexible workspace such as Avanta, have continued to invest in new products, services and locations in response to customer demand,” comments Geraint Eva...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/serviced-offices-solve-west-end-dilemmaWed, 22 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/74Clients at Avanta’s Reading business centre now have no excuse not to get fit in 2012!  The Avanta team have partnered up with Advance Gym to offer clients a minimum of 3 months membership with the first month at just £15, and £36.99 a month thereafter.  This means, for the price of around 7 café lattes, clients can enjoy free personal training sessions, free classes from a choice of 35 per week, free nutritional coaching as well as a fully equipped gym...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Avanta-Reading-partners-with-local-gymTue, 21 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/75Where summer 2010 saw beautifully decorated elephants popping up all over London, Easter 2012 will see giant eggs doing the same.   The Big Egg hunt aims to be the world’s largest egg hunt in history, with 2.5 foot uniquely decorated eggs hidden throughout the capital for 40 days and 40 nights.   The Big Egg team, with media partner The Evening Standard, are delighted to report a rush of creative ideas breaking out along the egg theme; from a mass egg fight in Berkeley Square, ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/the-big-egg-huntTue, 14 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/76A major new campaign, under the banner of ‘Business in You’, has been launched by the Prime Minister to help inspire people to start and grow their own business. The joint Government and private sector initiative is based on the concept that there is ‘a business in everyone’ and that all businesses can realise their ambitions given the right help and guidance. The campaign will run throughout 2012 and will feature a ‘Business in You’ web portal which wil...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/business-in-you-schemeMon, 13 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/77This business guide provides tips and tools to help you in your search for the right office space.You can download your FREE guide Download your FREE guide to Selecting The Right Office Space today! This office space guide covers the following: The Available Options - Virtual Offices - Serviced Office Space - Conventional Leases Serviced Office VS Conventional Lease What to Consider When Viewing an Office - Budget - Business Needs - Location - Equipment - F...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/selecting-the-right-office-spaceThu, 09 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/78As part of Tropicana's Brighter World campaign, commuters were treated to an early sunrise on Monday 23rd January courtesy of the artist Greyworld, a world leading visual artists with a passion for creating installations that the public can interact with and experience .   An artificial "sun" was installed for one day only in Trafalgar Square, just around the corner from our London business centre , Avanta Orange Street. Made with 60,000 bulbs and weighing 2500 kg, the Trafalgar S...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/sunshine-in-trafalgar-squareTue, 07 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/79As part of Avanta’s ongoing commitment to improving the quality, value and benefit of the assistance it provides to clients, the business centre operator has launched an in-house IT support service. The new service provides clients with easy access to IT technicians who can help either in-person, or remotely, with everything from setting up a firewall to basic email troubleshooting.   It is available on a simple pay-as-you go basis with prices starting from just £25 ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-launch-inhouse-IT-support-serviceMon, 06 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/80The right office space  can make all the difference in the success of a business – whether your commerce depends on foot traffic as a retailer or a good location for staff retention, it’s just as important as finding the right home to settle in. Other factors that matter are considerations such as whether a long lease might tie you down if an entrepreneurial project doesn’t take off as you expect it to, or if you experience growth expansion and need more space for new staf...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Finding-the-Perfect-Business-LocationWed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/81Moving into an Avanta business centre takes all the hassle out of setting up an office.  Included in our monthly licence fee are the following; ensuring you can concentrate on running your business, not your office space : Rent Rates Utilities Service charge Daily Cleaning Security Monitoring 24/7 Access Wi-Fi equipped communal areas Fully furnished offices Institute of Customer Service (ICS) accredited Centre Management Teams Staffed reception For more information, please ca...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/what-licence-fee-includesTue, 31 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/82The Government is under pressure to accelerate Empty Property Rates (EPR) reform after a campaign by industry trade body, the Business Centre Association (BCA), triggered a debate in the House of Commons. “Business centres have been instrumental in helping to attract inward investment, small businesses and jobs to areas where they are located,” comments Alan Pepper, chief executive of Avanta Managed Offices, which operates 18 business centres across the UK, “However ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/empty-property-rates-campaignMon, 30 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/83The US-based Global Workstation Association (GWA) has released findings of its comprehensive study of the workspace industry, which reveals that the cost-effective and flexible solutions provided by its members have been fuelling industry growth at a time when the fortunes of traditional office space providers have been mixed. The GWA 2011 Industry Financial Study reveals that providers of flexible managed workspace have enjoyed healthy increases in average occupancy levels whereas occupancy ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/flexible-workspace-outperforms-office-spaceMon, 23 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/84A number of additional small offices, from three to five workstations, have been created at the Avanta business centre in Reading , Duke Street, following a surge in demand by the growing number of small and start-up businesses being attracted to the town. “Flexible managed workspace is proving very attractive to SMEs which don’t want to incur huge set-up or cap-ex costs and which appreciate hassle-free access to high quality office accommodation,” comments Geraint Evans, Av...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/surge-for-office-space-in-readingWed, 18 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/85With 2012 heralding yet another hike in travel costs, it may be a good time to investigate other means of making the journey to and from work. At Avanta, we want to make it as easy, and as clear, as possible for our clients, and visitors, to get to our centres.  That’s why, in addition to detailed public transport information, we also list Barclay’s bike scheme docking stations close to our central London serviced offices on our website.  Using our business centre on Char...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/take-a-bikeTue, 17 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/86  Positive feedback from clients on the quality and value of its services has seen Media Village , one of Avanta’s 15  business centres in London, receive the Business Centre Excellence Award for December 2011 from office broker Search Office Space (SOS). The aptly named Media Village, in Great Titchfield Street, is located in the Soho / Noho / Fitzrovia district of London’s West End, and is home to a large number of media and IT companies that are attracted to ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-wins-business-centre-awardMon, 09 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/87Record year-end property prices in Central London are providing early indications that major businesses have renewed confidence in London as a prime location. The London prime market has left the rest of the UK behind with prices for the capital’s most expensive properties jumping 10% during the past year.  These figures are supported by new research from Savills which show that prime residential property values across the whole of London have ended 2011 on a record high. &ldquo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/end-year-property-prices-londonFri, 06 Jan 2012 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/88The fine men of Avanta Managed Offices have been quietly sprouting facial hair recently as part of the annual Movember fund-raiser. During November each year, Movember is responsible for the appearance of moustaches on hundreds of thousands of men’s faces in the UK and around the world. The aim of which is to raise vital funds and awareness for men’s health, specifically prostate cancer and other cancers that affect men. The hair-raising activities of the moustachioed team Avanta, a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-supports-movemberTue, 20 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/89Business is booming at Avanta Managed Offices to such an extent that, despite the tough economic climate, the company is ending 2011 with an average 90% occupancy rate across its portfolio of 18 business centres – the highest average figure it has ever achieved. “This remarkable result is thanks to the combined effort of both a larger sales team, which was put in place in 2011, and the exceptional work carried out on a daily basis by the centre teams to deliver the highest levels of...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-boosts-2011-to-record-highTue, 13 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/90Everyone loves an injection of fun at the office on a Friday, but on Friday 18 November Avanta office space client ROC Search stepped it up a gear.  All ROC Search employees came to work in fancy dress in aid of the BBC's annual Children In Need appeal. There were a myriad of outfits on show including a large penguin, a pirate and Elvis just to name a few. The ROC Boys and Girl have so far collected £930 for the charity, which is great effort. ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/roc-cin-2011Mon, 05 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/91We all know people who can somehow spring out of bed at 5.00am, head down the gym and turn up to work bright eyed and bushy tailed while the rest of us stumble in with a double espresso in hand. But instead of feeling jealous of these people, we can take comfort in the fact that it's all down to genetics. Recent studies have shown that whether someone is a morning person or not is determined by the master clock in our brains which regulates a circadian rhythm - a morning person's clock runs sli...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/are-you-a-morning-personThu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/92With the season for giving fast approaching, Avanta Managed Offices is supporting The Story of Christmas Appeal 2011 , the leading festive charity event of the British property industry and corporate sector. Founded in 1978, the appeal has raised more than £4 million over the years for charities supporting disadvantaged children, young people and the homeless. Fundraising culminates in a spectacular event at the start of Christmas time in the form of a service of nine lessons and caro...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/socappeal-2011Thu, 01 Dec 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/93An open letter, from more than 30 of the City’s top business figures, was recently signed by Alan Pepper, Chief Executive of Avanta , giving his support to help pressure the Government to take immediate action to boost confidence following the turmoil in Southern Europe. The letter calls for the immediate scrapping of the 50p rate to attract entrepreneurs to Britain and a £1,000 increase in the tax-free personal allowance. The plea comes after an official forecast from the European...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/open-letter-to-the-chancellorWed, 30 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/94Roberta Sabatini has the solution, with her cookery book debut " Learn How to Cook in One Week ".  Roberta’s book enables people of all ages to master the art of modern cooking with basic steps that can be applied to any recipe. Growing up in a family of restaurateurs Roberta was surrounded by a love of cooking and Italian food. "Learn How to Cook in One Week" incorporates Roberta’s passion for her native country, its culture, language and most importantly its cuisine.   T...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/roberta-sabatiniTue, 22 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/95A fast-paced, interactive and stimulating professional development seminar has been hosted by Dale Carnegie Training at the Avanta business centre in Harrow . It took place to support Avanta’s ongoing programme of providing development and growth opportunities for its clients. Dale Carnegie, one of the world’s largest business training resources, presented a free two hour seminar which attracted more than 20 Avanta clients. Delegates were shown methods on how to improve their stre...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/dale-carnegie-at-harrowThu, 17 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/96Entrepreneurs, SMEs and individuals looking for support services to help take their business to the next level will be heading to the Great British Business Show at Earls Court, London , which is taking place on 17/18 November 2011. With almost 100 exhibitors covering everything from marketing, mentoring and networking to finance, technology, workspace and safety issues, show visitors will even be able to get advice on subjects such as how to buy out competitors, or how to float their business ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/great-british-business-showMon, 14 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/97Whilst the 2012 Olympic Games may still seem a long way off, Avanta Managed Offices has already started issuing guidance notes to its clients so that they can start planning now to avoid the expected London-wide travel chaos between 27th July – 12th August 2012. “As a member of London First , the Avanta team has attended a number of briefings on planning for the Olympics,” comments David Kinnaird, Avanta's operations director.  “Avanta has a key role in sharing all ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/how-to-beat-olympic-travel-chaosMon, 07 Nov 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/98New figures from property consultants Cushman & Wakefield show evidence of a buoyant office leasing market in central London in the third quarter of 2011, with a total of 2.2m sq ft of space leased across the West End, the City and Docklands, up from 1.43m sq ft in the second quarter.  In the West End, take-up for the year to date now stands at 2.3m sq ft, following a further 806,085 sq ft of lettings in Q3 2011. West End demand stands at 4.3m sq ft, up from 3.1m sq ft at the start o...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/boost-for-centra-london-office-space-marketThu, 27 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/99Avanta business centres recently joined fundraisers from across the country to help raise more than £2,600 in supporting the Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning. The event, which took place on Friday, September 30, simultaneously at each of Avanta’s 18 UK business centres was attended by external meeting room and internal office space clients. “We are always delighted to help raise awareness for Macmillan Cancer Support and our fund raising activities this time wer...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-business-centres-raise-over-2600Thu, 20 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/100Real estate investors are seeking the security of London’s West End office market in the face of global financial uncertainty, according to latest figures issued by leading property consultants and chartered surveyors Cluttons. The figures reveal that investment activity in the West End during Q2 was 24% ahead of the 10 year average, driven by expectations of future rental growth. However, despite an upturn in planning consents for new schemes, the space actually under construction over t...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/londons-west-end-offers-securityTue, 18 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/101Avanta Managed Offices Limited has appointed Alan Pepper as Chief Executive with immediate effect.  Pepper replaces David Alberto who steps down as Managing Director. Pepper, the Finance and Commercial Director of Avanta since January 2007, is planning to strengthen Avanta’s position in the serviced office sector and reinforce the company’s dominant position in London . “Since buying back the shares held by Kenmore in June, Avanta is now 100% ow...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/avanta-appoints-new-chief-executiveMon, 10 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/102Despite the recent downturn the UK serviced office sector has continued to grow from strength to strength. A recent report published by Instant Offices reveals that the UK serviced office sector has grown by 19% resulting in London becoming the world’s leading serviced offices region. London now represents 8% of the global market with 414 serviced office centres , more than four times as many centres as the next largest market, New York. This growth has been echoed at Avanta’s Lond...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/london-worlds-leading-serviced-office-marketFri, 07 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/103All 18 of Avanta’s nationwide business centres will be taking part in the National Customer Service Week , an initiative of the Institute of Customer Service (ICS), which will take place from 3rd – 9th October 2011. Organised to promote good customer service, more than 1700 organisations worldwide took part in the Institute’s 2010 activities. The mission of the ICS is to be the first port of call for every aspect of customer service, delivering high quality, tangible benefits ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/national-customer-service-weekMon, 03 Oct 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/104Leading a meeting may sound like a daunting task, especially if you’re presenting in front of a large group, new clients or senior colleagues. However it doesn’t need to cause you any stress. If run properly meetings can be extremely effective. There are simple steps that can be taken to ensure that your meeting is a successful one. Do you need a meeting? Before arranging a meeting examine whether that’s the best course of action. If you’re simply dispensing informati...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/run-and-lead-a-successful-meetingWed, 28 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/105Avanta business centres will join fundraisers from across the country in supporting the Macmillan World’s Biggest Coffee Morning on Friday, September 30. Each business centre will host a coffee morning for both external meeting room and internal office space clients. “We are delighted to be hosting these coffee mornings for our clients, not only does it help raise awareness for Macmillan Cancer Support but also provides much needed funds for a great cause”, comments Geraint Ev...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/the-worlds-biggest-coffee-morning-2011Mon, 26 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/106Whether you are a small company wanting to establish yourself in a competitive environment, or an experienced business looking to expand, a shared office space can provide the right solution. Offering both low overheads, speedy set up and great networking opportunities, shared offices allow you to get working straight away in a buzzing office environment. Establishing a temporary office or a new office for small team can be an expensive affair. There are numerous costs to consider including...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/shared-office-space-benefitsFri, 23 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/107Meetings can be one of the most effective ways to get business tasks done. They can help to generate ideas, organise projects and gives you valuable time with co-workers and clients. However meetings can be time consuming and often a time-wasting experience if managed poorly. It’s essential that meetings are run efficiently or they could end up affecting your company’s productivity. Preparing an effective meeting agenda will ensure that you get the most out of your meeting. Set you...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/how-to-effective-meeting-agendaWed, 21 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/108Your office will define your business. It is where your business ideas are generated, where best practices are developed and where your clients get an insight into your businesses.   To avoid the many pitfalls associated with looking for office space to rent it is important to take the following points into consideration, as this will help ensure you meet your business goals. 1: Confirm you know exactly what you need. Don’t rush into looking for an office space rental witho...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/renting-an-office-space-mistakes-to-avoidWed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/109New research by the British Council of Offices (BCO) reveals that firms across London are shunning traditional modular office space in favour of open plan spaces to encourage staff interaction and knowledge sharing. The trend, which the BCO believes is one of the most important shifts in office space usage in recent years, shows that open plan offices are fast becoming the most popular office space layout option. Avanta, which is one of the leading suppliers of serviced office space in London ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/new-trend-for-office-space-londonWed, 14 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/110A healthy body leads to a healthy mind, and healthy minds at work can lead to increased motivation, productivity, employee engagement, whilst reducing sickness and absenteeism. Productive and motivated employees can also lead to a better service experience for your customers. Here are a few suggestions to help you down the path to improved health at the workplace: 1. Rather than purchasing food, why not take a healthy packed lunch. Eating a healthy lunch doesn’t have to be taxing if y...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/stay-healthy-at-workTue, 13 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/111Video conferencing is an increasingly popular tool among businesses of all sizes. It offers convenience and cost efficiency while at the same time providing a similar personable approach to face-to-face meetings. Business is no longer limited to local areas. As technology advances, more and more companies are using it to expand their market, making it more essential for all organisations, large and small, to compete. However conducting business on a global level can be expensive. Holding bus...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/video-conferencing-vs-face-meetingsFri, 09 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/112Leasing an office space will be one of the largest costs to your business; therefore it is essential that you find the right space and location that meets all your business needs. Finding an office space to let that is practical, stylish and sustainable is crucial for your business. Viewing potential offices to let can be a lengthy process, especially if it’s not carefully planned and thought through, so take the time to do your research before you commit to a lease. Before you begin vie...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/what-to-consider-when-viewing-an-office-spaceWed, 07 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/113More than a quarter of motorists are restricting the amount they spend when they fill up their car due to high fuel prices, according to an AA/Populus survey. The survey reveals that the most budget conscience commuters are located in Northern Ireland, north-west England, and Wales. Over 15,000 AA members were surveyed; it was found that 28% of commuters set a monthly limit for fuel regardless of the price at the pump, which means that for some commuters cutting down on the number of journeys ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/high-price-of-commutingMon, 05 Sep 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/114A number of recently released commercial property surveys show that London remains the best place to acquire commercial property in the UK as the value of real estate in the capital continues to hold up well compared with the rest of the country. Figures from a survey by CB Richard Ellis show the office market in London grew by 0.3% in July 2011, taking its total growth this year to 5%. This view is supported by CBRE analyst, Nick Parker, who explained to UK Business Property that occupier ma...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/london-property-market-remains-positiveWed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/115More than £9,000 has been raised for Sparks, the children’s medical research charity, by  David Alberto, managing director of Avanta Managed Offices  who was competing in his first Lakeland 100, a demanding ‘ultra marathon’ which takes place in the countries Lake District. Now in its fourth year, the event attracted more than 240 runners to take part in the most spectacular long distance trail race ever taking place within the UK. Starting on Friday 23rd July, ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/davidalberto-lakeland100-resultsWed, 17 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/116The second in the series of TV documentaries entitled The Secret Life of Buildings aired on Channel 4 on Monday night where presenter Tom Dyckhoff set out to explore how the impact of building design can effect our identity, our self-esteem and how good design can inspire and motivate us to bring out the best of our abilities. In the hour long programme, Dyckhoff explored these effects by working in a busy office while wearing a cap that measures brainwaves to see how different office designs a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/the-secret-life-of-buildingsTue, 09 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/117You’re holding a meeting and have decided the best place for it is in a meeting room at a business centre. So what next? When looking for the right meeting room it’s important to consider the location, the facilities you require and the price you’re willing to pay. This will ensure you find the perfect room to help facilitate your successful business meeting. Is it a suitable space? Think about how many people will be attending the meeting and the activities you will be c...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/how-to-choose-a-meeting-roomFri, 05 Aug 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/118Moving offices is a significant stage in a company’s lifetime. It can signal growth, a change in direction and maturity. But if it isn’t managed properly it can be a painful exercise so it’s important to weigh up whether it’s the right time to move. One of the most common reasons for moving offices is business growth. Companies can simply out grow the space they’re in. Upgrading to a bigger office space allows for a more productive environment and gives you the...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/moving-office-when-is-the-right-timeFri, 29 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/119Avanta Managed Offices raised more than £1,200 for children’s medical research charity, Sparks, by taking part in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2011 which took place in Battersea Park at the beginning of July. This year, Managing Director David Alberto (leading the 14 strong team) was the fastest finisher from the Avanta team with a time of 22m: 13s for the 5.6km race. “My main aim was to beat the amount we raised for Sparks at last year’s event and I’m so ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/jp-morgan-run-2011Mon, 25 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/120Avanta is boosting the speed of the shared broadband data services it provides to clients from the already excellent 8Mbps to an improved 20Mbps, recognising the need for speed due to increased demand for streaming media, desktop video conferencing and use of cloud capabilities. The serviced office operator is providing the broadband speed upgrade at no extra cost to clients and will be introducing the 20Mbps connectivity option at its London City, Austin Friars’ business centre during Au...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/high-speed-boostTue, 12 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/121Always keen to lend his support to children’s medical research charity, Sparks, serviced office space operator Avanta’s managing director, David Alberto, is competing in the Lakeland 100, a gruelling 105 mile fell race through the Lake District. He plans to raise £10,000 for the charity. The Lakeland 100 , which starts at 5.30pm on Friday 29th July 2011, is considered the UK’s most spectacular and toughest ultra distance trail race. The route encompasses the wh...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/davidalberto-lakeland100Wed, 06 Jul 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/122Signing an office lease can be a daunting process, especially for start ups.  It is a long-term commitment that requires careful consideration. Finding the right office space that meets all your needs can at times be very challenging under a conventional lease agreement. The premises you require will often need re-fitting, furniture and IT infrastructure put in place.  This will drastically increase your start up costs and limiting your organisations flexibility. A conventional ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/serviced-office-vs-conventional-leaseThu, 23 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/123Location and value for money are two of the key factors driving a surge in demand for meeting rooms at flexible office space provider, Avanta. A recent survey of businesses using its meeting room facilities revealed that 94% cited location as being the main deciding factor, whilst value for money was quoted by 93% of respondents. “The City of London is proving very popular at the moment, especially with major financial institutions, both for staff training and graduate recruitment progra...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Location-and-value-boost-meeting-room-demandMon, 13 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/124For any sized company, keeping overheads to a minimum is a crucial part of running a successful business. Some of the major overheads companies face are staff, IT and infrastructure and  office space costs. It always pays to shop around for a good quality, reliable and good value IT provider but quite often, cutting corners can be detrimental to your business. Staffing is a far more complicated issue but it can often be worthwhile to look at outsourcing functions as opposed to increa...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/business-centres-reduce-costsSun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/125Avanta Managed Offices is now 100% owned by David Alberto and the senior management team following a deal which has seen the company buy back the share of the business previously held by Kenmore. At the same time the serviced office operator has agreed new banking facilities with its banks. Commenting on the deal, Managing Director, David Alberto, said, “We are obviously very pleased to buy back Kenmore’s interest in Avanta, whilst agreeing new banking facilities which provides...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-buys-out-kenmoreSun, 12 Jun 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/126Training boom at Avanta centreshttp://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/tp1Thu, 19 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/127In support of Green Office Week (May 9-13th) Avanta is introducing measures to further reduce waste, energy consumption and emissions from its 18 business centres . “As of March 2011 we’ve managed to recycle almost 73% of the waste produced at our serviced offices in London and this exceeds the target we set ourselves,” comments David Kinnaird, Avanta’s Director of Operations. “We’ve even introduced schemes to recycle everything from used printer cartrid...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-helps-clients-turn-greenWed, 11 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/128Avanta-offers-50-percent-cost-saving-on-meeting-rooms-during-Augusthttp://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-offers-50-percent-cost-saving-on-meeting-roMon, 09 May 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/129For the third year running a team of 14 from Hammersmith -based Avanta  Managed Offices are planning to take part in a 5.6 km race to help raise funds for the UK’s leading childrens’ medical research charity, Sparks, as part of the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2011. “Our team is very enthusiastic and is made up of employees drawn from all of our London business centres ,” comments David Alberto, Avanta’s Managing Director, who will be leading the team when ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/sparks-run-2011-announcementWed, 06 Apr 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/130Avanta recently hosted a charity dinner and auction (which took place in the first week of March) in aid of Sparks, the children’s medical research charity. The evening was attended by approximately 70 guests and over £6,600 was raised for the charity. Taking place at the london bar and restaurant Vanilla, located in the stylish West End , the Olympic themed dinner was hosted by Olympic rowing legend Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE and MC for the evening was Stuart Storey, one of the most r...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-raises-6600-at-olympic-themed-eventThu, 17 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/131A survey, carried out by London First of more than 500 Avanta office space clients across central and greater London, warns that Government financial policies will have a major impact on business growth in London over the next five years. The survey raised questions on topics ranging from taxation, transport and immigration to determine the greatest challenges to London’s ongoing success over the next five years. It found that whilst the mood of respondents was fairly positive in...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/business-centre-survey-highlights-challengesTue, 08 Mar 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/132A survey of more than 500  office space clients at Avanta business centres across central and greater London, carried out by London First, has revealed that the majority are confidently predicting that their businesses will perform better than the UK economy during 2011. London First , which works on behalf of the Capital’s leading employers to make London the best city in the world to do business, found that 44% of those surveyed believe that the UK economy will stay more or less f...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/clients-see-positive-outlook-for-2011Thu, 24 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/133Demand for meeting rooms at flexible office space provider, Avanta, is expected to increase substantially during 2011 following a surge in bookings during last year, particularly via the internet. “Businesses of all sizes are enjoying the benefits of using fully-equipped meeting rooms , which can be rented by the hour, half day or full day at all of our venues” comments James Harrap, Avanta’s central reservations manager. “And with prices starting from just £...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/meeting-rooms-surge-in-demandMon, 07 Feb 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/134Olympic rowing legend, Sir Matthew Pinsent CBE, will host a charity dinner and auction on Wednesday 02 March 2011 in aid of Sparks, the children’s medical research charity, which will be sponsored by serviced office operator, Avanta. The event will take place at Vanilla, the stylish West End bar and restaurant in Great Titchfield Street, where guests will be treated to a fantastic three course meal. Following dinner, Sir Matthew will host a Q&A session and then an auction. S...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Olympic-effort-for-SparksFri, 28 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/135New clients moving into Avanta  business centres will now receive free ‘welcome bags’ in addition to fully equipped  office space and customer service support from the highly trained centre team. “Avanta prides itself on being able to provide clients with exceptional customer service from day one, including all the little things that may help their moving-in experience go as smoothly and effortlessly as possible,” comments David Alberto, Avanta’s managing...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Special-welcome-awaits-new-clientsWed, 19 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/136Avanta is kicking off the New Year with an environmental campaign to encourage its business centre clients to save energy and resources, and reduce waste. The serviced office provider was so impressed with the recent Recycling Lives ‘Christmas Eco-Tips’ poster campaign, giving advice on how to reduce carbon usage over the festive period, that it decided to create its own poster campaign outlining simple, yet effective, ways in which office workers can help cut their carbon footp...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-turns-clients-greenWed, 12 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/137For fledging entrepreneurs who are running their business from home, there may come a time when the business will be begin to outgrow its surroundings. Thankfully, there is excellent option available for young businesses looking to take the next step from the home office; and that is shared office space . It’s pretty much what is says on the box - one or two workstations in a shared office environment. This basically means you’ll be sharing a large space with other businesses, which ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/shared-office-spaceThu, 06 Jan 2011 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/13814/12/2009 - Training boom at Avanta centres   Training boom at Avanta centres By Geraint Evans, Avanta’s sales & marketing director The recession is not just affecting how people use their office space , but it’s having a dramatic effect on how and where management training is taking place. Avanta is one of London’s leading operators of business centres and has witnessed the number of training organisations relocating to its centres more than quadruple from ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Training-boom-at-Avanta-centresTue, 14 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/139Video conferencing has been used commercially since the 1970s and is designed to connect groups, rather than individuals, through a simultaneous audio and video connection.  Each participant needs access to the internet as well as a webcam and screen, whether this is a computer, or via a plasma screen, and a microphone and set of speakers.  Video conferencing is being used more and more often in the business world for presentations, training, board meetings etc.  In this articl...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Benefits-of-video-conferencingMon, 13 Dec 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/140Avanta is urging clients at its popular Lyric Square serviced office centre in Hammersmith to get on their bikes and cycle to work as part of a drive to encourage people to use more environmentally-friendly commutes to the office. “With almost 1,000 clients working at the Lyric Square centre we’ve installed new larger secure bikes racks and storage lockers as part of our plan to help promote fitness and reduce carbon emissions,” comments Charlotte van Fowler, Avanta’s bu...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-promotes-pedal-power-at-hammersmithMon, 29 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14122/11/2010 - Avanta launches Office Lite shared space for single users   Avanta has launched Office Lite, a new shared office space service across 12 of its nationwide serviced office centres in direct response to more than 200 enquires for single occupancy workspace during the past six months. With prices starting from just £199 per month for a fully equipped desk, complete with lockable pedestal storage unit, IT connection, telephone with free local and national...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_launches_Office_Lite_shared_space_for_single_usersMon, 22 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14215/11/2010 - Avanta ignites digital collaboration community at media village   A brand new professional digital collaboration community, which has been set up at Avanta’s Media Village in London’s Great Titchfield Street, has sparked tremendous interest from a wide range of digital genres. The appropriately named Ignite! is the brainchild of Tony Fish and Simon Grice who founded the digital community, mashup*, which now has more than 4,500 members who meet regularly ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_ignites_digital_collaboration_community_at_media_villageMon, 15 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/143There were fireworks, fairy lights and flames galore at the official opening party of Avanta Managed Offices’ 14 th London serviced office centre at Fetter Lane in the City. The event was attended by more than 120 brokers and commercial property agents who, after being given a tour of the centre’s facilities, were then taken to the third floor where the party was held overlooking Fetter Lane. A fantastic party atmosphere was created by stunning lights, delicious canapés...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/5Wed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14410/11/2010 - Fireworks at Avanta’s Fetter Lane launch party   There were fireworks, fairy lights and flames galore at the official opening party of Avanta Managed Offices’ 14 th London serviced office centre at Fetter Lane in the City. The event was attended by more than 120 brokers and commercial property agents who, after being given a tour of the centre’s facilities, were then taken to the third floor where the party was held overlooking Fetter Lane. A fantas...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/fireworks-at-avantas-fetter-lane-launch-partyWed, 10 Nov 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14528/10/2010 - Dragon hosts networking event at Avanta’s flagship business centre     Team members from office space provider Avanta joined forces with members of Ecademy, Entrepreneur Country, Fresh Business Thinking and DeskDemon recently for an inaugural, and highly successful, networking event in the City. Held at the bar of Avanta’s Austin Friars EC2 business centre , the evening was hosted by online Dragon and entrepreneur, Julie Meyer, who discussed current bus...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/dragon-hosts-networking-event-at-avanta-flagship-business-centreThu, 28 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14619/10/2010 - Avanta claims video meetings would drastically cut government travel cost   Much of the high level of waste revealed in retail tycoon Sir Philip Green’s recent spending review of government departments, could be drastically reduced by using videoconferencing equipment to attend meetings, rather than travelling to attend, claims Avanta Managed Offices. “It’s time that the government adopted the 21 st century technology that has proven popular in the...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_claims_video_meetings_would_drastically_cut_government_travel_costTue, 19 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/147Having its business centres perfectly located is the key to Avanta’s success, claims an independent customer survey carried out over a six month period across its 18 UK serviced office locations. The survey of more than 200 clients found that the main reasons that clients chose office space at Avanta was location (42%); quality of office space (23%); availability of space (23%) and flexibility of tenancy (17%).  The main reasons clients then chose to continue their tenancy in an Av...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/8Thu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14814/10/2010 - Location is the key to Avanta''s success   Having its business centres perfectly located is the key to Avanta’s success, claims an independent customer survey carried out over a six month period across its 18 UK serviced office locations. The survey of more than 200 clients found that the main reasons that clients chose office space at Avanta was location (42%); quality of office space (23%); availability of space (23%) and flexibility of tenancy (17%).  ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Location_is_the_key_to_Avantas_successThu, 14 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/14906/10/2010 - Avanta provides the perfect environment for Sparks strategic planning   Following its continued support for children’s medical charity, Sparks, for the past four years, Avanta is facilitating a strategic planning meeting for some 35 Sparks’ team members at its Austin Friars business centre, in the City of London . “Over the years the feedback we receive from our clients shows that strategy meetings are generally more creative and productive when carri...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-provides-the-perfect-environment-for-sparks-strategic-planningWed, 06 Oct 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/150Getting the right size desk for your office is key to long-term business success, claims new research by Avanta Managed Offices, which also finds that unless your company takes space in a serviced office, buying office furniture is an often overlooked business investment.    There are many factors to take into consideration when choosing the style, layout and size of your desk and it is important to get it right first time.  The industry standard desk is 1600mm x 800mm, but t...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/10Tue, 28 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15107/09/2010 - Avanta clients commute electronically to avoid London’s travel chaos   Whilst millions of commuters, and the traveling public, face travel misery due to the strike by London Underground workers, many of the 6,000+ employees of clients at Avanta’s 16 Central and Greater London business centers are avoiding the chaos by commuting ‘electronically’ to work.  “Whether it’s a public transport strike or snow storms, having the abili...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_clients_commute_electronically_to_avoid_Londons_travel_chaosTue, 07 Sep 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15225/08/2010 - New directory helps Avanta’s clients cut the cost of services   A new on-line client services directory, being launched by Avanta across its 19 UK managed office space centres, from serviced offices West End to serviced offices Manchester , will enable clients to benefit from Avanta’s substantial buying power to receive discounted services. “We know that every pound counts for SMEs,” comments David Kinnaird, Avanta’s group operations directo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/New-directory-helps-Avanta-clients-cut-the-cost-of-servicesWed, 25 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/153Summary: The following article outlines why business owners are renting office space, highlighting the ‘plug n play’ features of an office rental.   Getting Started An office rental is ready to start business from the client’s first day. This includes internet connection and a telephone handset, as well as a telephone number which is exclusive to the client’s company. Office rental companies such as Avanta Managed Offices provide a dedicated centralised call centr...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/why-rent-office-spaceThu, 19 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15411/08/2010 - Avanta puts on a ‘show’ at Fetter Lane   Work on Avanta’s first new business centre to be opened in 2010 is progressing at such a pace that it has now opened a ‘show office’ at the 19,000 sq ft facility at One Fetter Lane , in the City of London. This is in response to the high level of enquiries it has already received for offices to let at the location. Refurbishment of the building, which was previously occupied by US-based law firm Ed...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-puts-on-a-show-at-Fetter-LaneWed, 11 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15502/08/2010 - Avanta offers 50% cost saving on meeting rooms during August   Companies looking to hold meetings, conferences or training sessions this month can enjoy substantial cost savings at Avanta’s managed office centres. With handy locations in London, Manchester, Edinburgh and Reading, Avanta are offering a 50% room hire cost saving on all bookings for meeting rooms made during the month of August. The special offer applies to all of Avanta’s 19 UK business centr...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-offers-50-percent-cost-saving-on-meeting-rooms-during-AugustMon, 02 Aug 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15626/07/2010 - Avanta sets new weekly viewing record   Avanta’s brand new direct sales team has broken all previous company records by receiving almost 300 serviced office enquiries in one week and then booking 84 new client viewings at its 19 UK business centres in just one week. “We’ve seen a steady increase in office space enquiries since the new team was put in place in March,” comments Kylie Davies, Avanta’s direct sales team leader, “but the ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-sets-new-weekly-viewing-recordMon, 26 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15719/07/2010 - Sparks is the real winner in Avanta’s charity run   A fourteen-strong team of employees from London-based based Avanta Managed Offices has helped raise more than £1200 for leading UK children’s medical charity, Sparks, on July 6th, by taking part in the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2010. The 5.6km evening run through Battersea Park attracted more than 13,000 runners who braved the heat and dust to help raise funds for a variety of charities. The Avan...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Sparks-is-the-real-winner-in-Avanta-charity-runMon, 19 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15812/07/2010 - Avanta launches ‘Refer a friend and get rewarded’ scheme   Avanta’s new ‘Refer a friend and get rewarded’ programme has now gone live with the aim of rewarding anybody who refers someone looking for either serviced office space or meeting rooms at any of its 19 UK business centres. “Our business is based on the quality of our buildings and the first class customer service our clients receive,” comments Geraint Evans, Avanta&rsquo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-launches-refer-a-friend-schemeMon, 12 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/15905/07/2010 - Avanta launches July meeting room offer   To support the launch of its dynamic new website, Avanta is offering a special promotional cost-cutting deal on meeting rooms at its 19 UK business centres during the month of July. Avanta has 96 meeting room options, ranging in size from a two person interview room to a 150 theatre-style conference room.  Each business centre can provide facilities and support personnel to meet most requirements and anybody booking for...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_launches_July_meeting_room_offerMon, 05 Jul 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16030/06/2010 - Avanta goes beyond four walls   Following the launch of its new interactive website, flexible office space provider, Avanta, has gone a stage further and introduced a brand new corporate logo featuring bold new colours and a ‘Beyond Four Walls’ strapline. “As a dynamic and expanding company it is essential that we have a fresh new logo that reflects the ever-changing nature of this industry,” comments Geraint Evans, Avanta’s sales and mark...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-goes-beyond-four-wallsWed, 30 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/161Q: Please introduce yourself and explain a bit about what you do? A: I’m Kristen Honeycombe, and I’m the sales manager for meeting rooms throughout the UK. What I do is I introduce new businesses to our meeting rooms and also look after promoting Avanta’s meeting facilities to internal clients and existing external clients. Q: What meeting rooms do Avanta have? A: The size of our meeting rooms range from 2 to around 150, the majority of which have air conditioning...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/The-Benefits-of-Avanta-Meeting-RoomsFri, 25 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16214/06/2010 - Avanta runs for it   For the second year running, employees from Hammersmith-based Avanta Managed Offices will be putting their best foot forward to take part in a 5.6Km race to help raise funds for the UK’s leading children’s medical research charity, Sparks, as part of the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2010. Leading the 15-strong Avanta team , at the beginning of July, will be managing director, David Alberto, who comments, “We are really en...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_runs_for_itMon, 14 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16307/06/2010 - Avanta provides expanding PR firm with the flexibility to keep growing   An influx of new business has seen Beattie Communications relocate its north west regional team to Avanta’s Royal Mills business centre in Ancoats to take full advantage of the flexibility provided in a serviced office environment.   Claire Briscoe from Beattie’s Manchester office said: “Our marketing and PR clients include companies such as easyJet, Marks & Spen...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_provides_expanding_PR_firm_with_the_flexibility_to_keep_growingMon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16402/06/2010 - Avanta closes large workstation deals in India   Following its innovative high tea event at its Statesman House business centre in New Delhi , Avanta has closed deals with companies from Belgium, Germany and the US for a total of 27 workstations over the last month. “We’ve been actively marketing our Indian centre to overseas organisations via a number of strategic campaigns and it’s rewarding to see how successful these campaigns have proven,&l...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_closes_large_workstation_deals_in_IndiaWed, 02 Jun 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/165Author: Simon Reston – business owner and writer on business centre tips. Summary: The following article outlines why serviced office space can be a better solution than the conventional lease when it comes to finding the right place of business. Benefits of Choosing Serviced Office Space Particularly during the present unstable economy, committing to a lengthy lease agreement or mortgage for their place of business is a risk companies are increasingly wary of taking. In cont...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Benefits-of-choosing-serviced-office-spaceThu, 27 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16624/05/2010 - Healthcare company doubles in size after relocating to Avanta Reading   Healthcare company doubles in size after relocating to Avanta Reading A Swedish-based healthcare company, which recently relocated from London to Reading town centre, has already doubled in size. Cambio Healthcare Systems, which specialises in electronic healthcare patient records, for a number of NHS Trusts and private hospital groups, originally set up UK operations in West Londo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Healthcare_company_doubles_in_size_after_relocating_to_Avanta_ReadingMon, 24 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/167About the Author: Simon Reston – business owner and writer on office space tips. Summary: Office space and location can make or break a company. The following article offers useful tips on finding the perfect place of business. Choosing the Right Office Space As a business owner, finding the right office space is crucial. There are many things to carefully consider when deciding on your place of business, such as whether the success of selling your products or services relies on foo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/article/Choosing-the-right-office-spaceWed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16819/05/2010 - Avanta quiz raises more money for Sparks   Avanta has continued its support for the children’s medical charity, Sparks, by holding a charity quiz night at its serviced office centre at 20 Hanover Square, attended by the company’s senior management team, plus staff from its Hammersmith head office and London business centres . Group operations director, David Kinnaird, acted as quizmaster for the evening presiding over nine quick fire rounds with topi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-quiz-raises-more-money-for-SparksWed, 19 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/16913/05/2010 - Avanta's new website streamlines the client enquiry process   Following a surge in enquiries for managed workspace, Avanta has launched a new website which dramatically simplifies the navigation process and enables visitors to review office space , meeting room and virtual office solutions with fewer clicks. “Our new website now includes more content as well as better explaining the Avanta proposition and our core values,” comments Geraint Evans, Avant...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avantas-new-website-streamlines-the-client-enquiry-processThu, 13 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17005/05/2010 - Avanta increases occupancy in India   Avanta increases occupancy in India Avanta has found the perfect way to start the new financial year in India by hosting a high tea event for all clients at its Statesman House business centre in New Delhi .  The event celebrated the announcement that the centre has now reached 75% occupancy following an intensive marketing campaign across the Middle East.   “We ended 2009 with 70% occupancy ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_increases_occupancy_in_IndiaWed, 05 May 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17127/04/2010 - Avanta goes the distance in support of the Sparks summer race night   Avanta goes the distance in support of the Sparks Summer Race Night Avanta Managed Offices is continuing a racing theme in 2010 to help raise money for the children’s charity, Sparks, by supporting the Sparks Summer Race Night to be held at Epsom Racecourse on 1 st July. For the past three years, Avanta has sponsored a Sparks Race Day at Kempton Park, which has collectively ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_goes_the_distance_in_support_of_the_Sparks_summer_race_nightTue, 27 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17221/04/2010 - Avanta''s Rugby Legends Dinner raises £6500 for Sparks   Avanta’s Rugby Legends dinner raises £6,500 for Sparks The presence of rugby legends and a TV and radio presenter, combined with Avanta’s legendary hospitality, helped the serviced office operator raise £6,500 for Sparks, the children’s medical research charity.   The Avanta-hosted Sparks Rugby Dinner, held on Thursday April 15, at Vanilla in London’s Gr...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Rugby_Legends_Dinner_raises_6500_for_SparksWed, 21 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17315/04/2010 - Surge in demand sees Avanta pre-let over 50% of newly expanded City of London centre   Surge in demand sees Avanta pre-let 50% of newly expanded City of London centre A surge in demand for serviced office space in the City of London has seen Avanta Managed Offices pre-let more than 50% of available space in its newly-expanded business centre at 9 Devonshire Square, EC2. The centre, which has expanded with the addition of another floor in the building, has a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Surge_in_demand_sees_Avanta_pre_let_over_half_of_newly_expanded_City_of_London_centreThu, 15 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17409/04/2010 - Rugby legends help Avanta sell out Sparks charity dinner   Rugby legends help Avanta sell out Sparks charity dinner Rugby legends and TV and radio presenters have helped Avanta Managed Offices sell out its sponsored rugby dinner and live auction being held in aid of Sparks, the children’s medical research charity. Taking place on Thursday April 15, at Vanilla in London’s Great Tichfield Street, the unique charity event will be hosted by rugby greats such a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Rugby_legends_help_Avanta_sell_out_Sparks_charity_dinnerFri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17519/03/2010 - Rugby legends support Avanta at Sparks charity dinner   Scrumdown! Rugby legends support Avanta at Sparks charity dinner   Rugby legends and TV and radio presenters will team up on Thursday 15 April for a unique rugby dinner and live auction in aid of Sparks, the children’s medical research charity. Sponsored by Avanta Managed Offices , the evening kicks off at 6.30pm at Vanilla in London’s Great Tichfield Street with special guests...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/sparks-rugby-dinnerFri, 19 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17612/03/2010 - Avanta completes major refurbishment of former MLS centre in Mayfair   Avanta Managed Offices has completed a full upgrade of the former MLS serviced office centre at 26 Dover Street at a cost of over £430,000, to bring it up to the standard befitting a Mayfair location. Avanta’s managing director, David Alberto, comments, “This centre is in a prime location and so we are delighted to be able to add it to our ever-expanding portfolio of business c...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_completes_major_refurbishment_of_former_MLS_centre_in_MayfairFri, 12 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17705/03/2010 - Avanta really is a great place to work    Avanta really is a great place to work Avanta Managed Offices has proven to be a great place to work according to the Sunday Times newspaper, which has ranked the company as one of the 100 Best Small Company to Work For in its 2010 awards This year marks the completion of the 10th Sunday Times Best Companies to Work For lists, which have been derived from entries by 964 companies across the UK. In tota...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_really_is_a_great_place_to_workFri, 05 Mar 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17822/02/2010 - Third City of London centre for Avanta   Third City of London centre for Avanta Following resurgence in demand for high quality serviced office space in the capital, Avanta has recently exchanged contracts to open a new business centre at One Fetter Lane, London EC4.This will bring the number of Avanta business centres in central London to 14 and increase its overall portfolio in the UK to 19 centres. The new centre comes hot on the heels of the recent doubling in s...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Third-City-Of-London-Centre-For-AvantaMon, 22 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/17909/02/2010 - Avanta is awarded Best Companies accreditation   Avanta is awarded Best Companies accreditation The Best Companies 2010 two star accreditation status has been awarded to serviced office group, Avanta, in acknowledgment of excellence in the workplace. Best Companies established the accreditation award scheme based on staff feedback and looks at employee engagement as an integral part of a company’s success and growth. The accreditation scheme follows a Michelin...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-is-awarded-Best-Companies-accreditationTue, 09 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18002/02/2010 - Avanta’s new division will deliver flexible leases to landlords, agents and occupiers   Avanta’s new division will deliver flexible leases to landlords, agents and occupiers Landlords and agents are missing out on many medium sized occupancy deals, due to the inflexible nature of their long-term institutional leases, claims serviced office operator, Avanta, which has in response taken the bold step of entering the property management arena with the form...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-new-division-flexible-leases-landlordsTue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18102/02/2010 - Demand-led expansion of Avanta’s City centre   Demand-led expansion of Avanta’s City centre Exceptional demand for high quality serviced office space in the City of London has resulted in Avanta expanding the size of its business centre at 9 Devonshire Square by occupying an additional floor in the building. This expansion of the business centre will add a further 15,407 sq ft to the 29,000 sq ft that it already occupies in the building and will be available...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Expansion-of-Avanta-City-centreTue, 02 Feb 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18226/01/2010 - Avanta provides free office space for investors in Manchester   Avanta provides free office space for investors in Manchester Avanta is rolling out the red carpet to new investors in Manchester as part of the Hello Manchester   scheme, which has been developed in partnership with the Northwest Regional Development Agency (NWDA), MIDAS and a small number of business centre operators, to provide them with free serviced office space in the city. Hello Manchest...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/free-office-space-for-investors-ManchesterTue, 26 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18315/01/2010 - Latest figures reveal Touchdown London office space scheme is a great success   Latest figures reveal Touchdown London office space scheme is a great success According to new figures released by Think London, the official foreign direct investment agency for London, SME’s accounted for more than 70% of all new business investment in the capital last year. In addition, a number of overseas SMEs expanding their operations in London during the past 12 months hav...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Latest-figures-reveal-Touchdown-London-office-space-scheme-is-a-great-successFri, 15 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18408/01/2010 - Avanta stays strong in India   Avanta stays strong in India Avanta’s business centre in New Delhi has ended the year with occupancy levels well over 70% due to an upsurge in demand for serviced office space in India during the second half of the year. “Statesman House was the first business centre that we opened in India,” comments David Alberto, Avanta’s managing director, “And with the international business community increasingly focuss...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-stays-strong-in-IndiaFri, 08 Jan 2010 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18523/12/2009 - Avanta recognised for supporting reservists   Avanta recognised for supporting reservists Avanta Managed Offices has been officially recognised for its support of Britain’s reserve forces, many of whom now regularly serve in Afghanistan. Alan Pepper, Avanta’s finance & commercial director and a former Captain in the Territorial Army, recently received a certificate of support from Baroness Taylor, Minister for International Defence & Security, on ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-recognised-supporting-reservistsWed, 23 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18622/12/2009 - New concierge service provides Avanta clients with all the answers   New concierge service provides Avanta clients with all the answers A new Concierge and Travel Desk , that’s been introduced at Avanta’s 18 UK business centres , will free up valuable management time and allow serviced office clients to focus on running their core business. So, whether clients need tickets to the theatre, to Newcastle or even New York, an urgent report typed up or just som...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/New-concierge-serviceTue, 22 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/187A recent survey of clients at Avanta’s 19 UK serviced office space centres, including London business centres , reveals just how the global economy is affecting various industry sectors. “The recession is not just affecting how people use their office space , but it’s having a dramatic effect on how and where management training is taking place,” states Avanta’s managing director, David Alberto. “As a result, businesses involved in training now make up the la...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta-survey-reveals-training-boomMon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18814/12/2009 - Training boom at Avanta centres   Training boom at Avanta centres By Geraint Evans, Avanta’s sales & marketing director The recession is not just affecting how people use their office space , but it’s having a dramatic effect on how and where management training is taking place. Avanta is one of London’s leading operators of business centres and has witnessed the number of training organisations relocating to its centres more than quadruple from ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Training-boom-at-Avanta-centresMon, 14 Dec 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/18919/11/2009 - Empower to the people – Avanta’s message to Entrepreneurs in London   Empower to the people – Avanta’s message to Entrepreneurs in London The advantages of empowering management to take responsibility for their own decisions and run the business as though they own it were two of the key business success messages spelt out by Avanta’s managing director, David Alberto, speaking at the Entrepreneurs in London event on November 17th, hosted by...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Empower-to-the-peopleThu, 19 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19013/11/2009 - Avanta gets its message across to entrepreneurs and SMEs   Avanta gets its message across to entrepreneurs and SMEs To ensure that entrepreneurs and SMEs get the facts about the benefits of flexible managed workspace, Avanta Managed Offices has become a Supporting Partner of FreshBusinessThinking.com, the leading on-line resource for business owners, directors and entrepreneurs. The freshbusinessthinking.com website, run by FBT Media, attracts more than 50,000 visit...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-gets-its-message-across-to-entrepreneurs-and-SMEsFri, 13 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19106/11/2009 - Early signs of improvement in demand for serviced office space in London   Early signs of improvement in demand for serviced office space in London Early signs of improvement in demand for serviced office space in London are being reported by Avanta Managed Offices, the London-focused business centre operator. Avanta’s managing director, David Alberto, commented, “Despite the general economic challenges of the past 12 months, our business in London has re...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Early-signs-of-improvement-in-demand-for-serviced-office-space-in-LondonFri, 06 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19204/11/2009 - Avanta gets the X-Factor   Avanta gets the X-Factor Avanta’s Regent Street business centre now has the X-Factor following the creation of the new £5million pedestrian crossing at London’s Oxford Circus junction. More than 32,000 people every hour pass through the junction of Oxford Street and Regent Street and the new crossing, opened on Monday by London Mayor, Boris Johnson, is based on the equally crowded Shibuya crossing in Tokyo. “The ne...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-gets-the-X-FactorWed, 04 Nov 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19328/10/2009 - Avanta sponsors fundraising efforts to support Indonesian orphanage   Avanta sponsors fundraising efforts to support Indonesian orphanage Avanta Managed Offices has contributed £1500 in sponsorship to the fundraising efforts of one its former senior managers, Sean Morgan, who is spearheading fundraising efforts for the Sacred Childhoods Foundation supported orphanage in Indonesia. “After spending a number of years working in ‘Corporate Asia’ ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-sponsors-fundraising-efforts-to-support-Indonesian-orphanageWed, 28 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19427/10/2009 - Avanta links with ThinkGrid to reduce customer IT costs   Avanta links with ThinkGrid to reduce customer IT costs SMEs and small businesses moving into serviced office space can now benefit from a new partnership between Avanta Managed Offices and ThinkGrid, avoiding the need to make capital investment in IT hardware and software. Avanta operates 19 serviced office centres in London , Manchester, the Thames Valley and Edinburgh , whilst ThinkGrid provides hosted busin...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-links-with-ThinkGrid-to-reduce-customer-IT-costsTue, 27 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19507/10/2009 - Avanta introduces new time-saving secretarial services   Avanta introduces new time-saving secretarial services To further enhance the range of support services that Avanta Managed Offices provides to clients at its 18 UK serviced office centres , the company is linking up with a major provider of secretarial services. “SMEs don’t always have the time or resources they need to support their businesses when there’s a sudden upturn in demand; a major e...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-introduces-new-time-saving-secretarial-servicesWed, 07 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19605/10/2009 - Avanta adds former MLS centre in Dover Street to its expanding London portfolio   Avanta adds former MLS centre in Dover Street to its expanding London portfolio Avanta Managed Offices is expanding its central London portfolio to 12 serviced office centres by taking over the former MLS business centre at 26 Dover Street. Avanta has taken over the 8,000 sq ft period property, complete with clients, just off London’s Piccadilly, on a seven year management agreem...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-adds-former-MLS-centre-in-Dover-Street-to-its-expanding-London-portfolioMon, 05 Oct 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19730/09/2009 - Avanta raises £10,000 for Sparks Race Day   Avanta raises £10,000 for Sparks Race Day The third annual Sparks Race Day, supported by Avanta , raised more than £10,000 for the children’s medical research charity, whose sole remit is to fund research across the whole spectrum of paediatric medicine. The Sparks Race Day, held at Kempton Park race course on September 21st attracted a large number of guests, VIPs and sports personalities, such as BBC...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-raises-ten-thousand-for-Sparks-Race-DayWed, 30 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19821/09/2009 - Boom in demand for small offices enables Avanta to launch shared office space in Reading   Boom in demand for small offices enables Avanta to launch shared office space in Reading   A mini-boom in requirements for one-person office space in Reading has seen serviced office space operator Avanta launch a new cost-saving shared-space service. “We’ve received 13 enquiries for a one-person office since the middle of August, which accounts for ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Boom-in-demand-for-small-offices-enables-Avanta-to-launch-shared-office-space-in-ReadingMon, 21 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/19916/09/2009 - Avanta takes its marketing on-line   Avanta takes its marketing on-line With the majority of entrepreneurs, SMEs and small business proprietors now conducting their searches for serviced office workspace via the internet, Avanta Managed Offices is now actively embracing the social media networks as part of its on-line marketing campaign. The company has launched a large social media campaign, including networking sites such as Facebook and Twi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-takes-its-marketing-on-lineSat, 19 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20018/09/2009 - Mini golf course adds a bit of fun to City life   Mini golf course adds a bit of fun to City life An 18-hole mini golf course set up around the atrium in Devonshire Square, where Avanta Managed Offices operates a serviced office centre, has proven so popular since its introduction at the beginning of July that it is now staying in place until the end of the year, offering a great venue for the Christmas event season. Nancy de Valencia, Avanta’s busi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Mini-golf-course-adds-a-bit-of-fun-to-City-lifeTue, 08 Sep 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20114/08/2009 - Avanta reveals jump in demand for flexible workspace in Manchester   Avanta reveals jump in demand for flexible workspace in Manchester Enquires for serviced office space in Manchester soared by more than 65% during the month of June reveals Avanta Managed Offices and highlights the increasing trends for small businesses to relocate to the region from expensive areas of the south east.  Avanta currently operates 18 business centres in the UK, including the Royal M...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-reveals-jump-in-demand-for-flexible-workspace-in-ManchesterFri, 14 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20211/08/2009 - Avanta Broker contest winners to visit India   Avanta Broker contest winners to visit India Instant Offices has become the winner of a recently concluded sales contest to support Avanta’s three business centres in India. As a result of winning the competition, the UK-based web broker has been awarded a week-long, all-expenses paid trip to India, sponsored by Avanta. David, Alberto, managing director of Avanta, commented, “Avanta India has been able to show...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Broker-contest-winners-to-visit-IndiaTue, 11 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20305/08/2009 - Avanta hosts focus group to indentify products that will boost its clients’ success   Avanta hosts focus group to indentify products that will boost its clients’ success   In what is believed to have been an industry first, one of London’s leading serviced office provider, Avanta, has hosted a client focus group at the glamorous Vanilla bar and restaurant in London’s West End, where Cheryl Cole’s recent surprise birthday party was host...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-hosts-focus-group-to-indentify-products-that-will-boost-its-clients-successWed, 05 Aug 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20428/07/2009 - Avanta partners with US-based Regent to help satisfy demand from Anglo-American businesses   Avanta partners with US-based Regent to help satisfy demand from Anglo-American businesses To help satisfy demand from businesses looking to expand their operations on the other side of the Atlantic, Avanta Managed Offices is partnering with US-based Regent Business Centers to enable both organisations to offer a wider range of locations, products and services to clients. Avan...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-partners-with-US-based-Regent-to-help-satisfy-demand-from-Anglo-American-businessesTue, 28 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20523/07/2009 - Nothing Nice about Urquhart Stewart’s meeting at Avanta’s Austin Friars centre   Nothing Nice about Urquhart Stewart’s meeting at Avanta’s Austin Friars centre  “The VILE years have returned,” claimed financial guru Justin Urquhart Stewart, of Seven Investment Management, speaking as host of an informal breakfast business meeting held at the beginning of July at Avanta’s Austin Friars business centre in the City of London....http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Nothing-Nice-about-Urquhart-Stewarts-meeting-at-Avantas-AustinThu, 23 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20620/07/2009 - Avanta helps lower the cost of entry to entrepreneurship   Serviced offices firm Avanta partners with Entrepreneur Country to offer reduced rates to entrepreneurs Substantial discounts on serviced office space across the UK are being offered under a new partnership between leading serviced office provider Avanta and Entrepreneur Country, to proactively help entrepreneurs and SMEs ride out the recession. In an effort to reduce business start-up costs for entrepreneurs, ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-helps-lower-the-cost-of-entry-to-entrepreneurshipMon, 20 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20715/07/2009 - Avanta rescues Dean Street blaze businesses   The London Fire Brigade was not the only emergency service to rush to the aid of Soho businesses after Dean Street went up in flames on Friday afternoon, as Avanta Managed Offices sped into action to provide flexible workspace accommodation in its business centre in Regent Street for more than 50 Soho workers. Two businesses, Future Capital Partners and Aramid, were forced to evacuate their premises in Dean Street and so urg...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-rescues-Dean-Street-blaze-businessesWed, 15 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20814/07/2009 - Avanta supports tax campaign group   Entrepreneurs and job creators across the UK already value the flexibility provided by serviced office space , so Avanta has given free office space to the TaxPayers Alliance at its Victoria Street business centre.  This will provide the TPA with a stable base, close to Westminster, from which to lead campaigns aimed at supporting SMES and entrepreneurial businesses. The TPA was formed five years ago and under the leadership of...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-supports-tax-campaign-groupTue, 14 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/20907/07/2009 - Free phone calls give Avanta the edge as BT increases its business rates again   Free phone calls give Avanta the edge as BT increases its business rates again The recent increases in BT business telephone rates have further advantaged the all-inclusive business service package, now being offered to serviced office clients of Avanta Managed Offices, which allows all local and national telephone calls to be made free of charge. “With BT increasing local peak rate...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/77Tue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21007/07/2009 - Free phone calls give Avanta the edge as BT increases its business rates again   Free phone calls give Avanta the edge as BT increases its business rates again The recent increases in BT business telephone rates have further advantaged the all-inclusive business service package, now being offered to serviced office clients of Avanta Managed Offices, which allows all local and national telephone calls to be made free of charge. “With BT increasing local peak rate...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Free-phone-calls-give-Avanta-the-edge-as-BT-increases-its-business-rates-againTue, 07 Jul 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21126/06/2009 - Sparks fly as Hammersmith company undertakes charity run   Sparks fly as Hammersmith company undertakes charity run Employees from Hammersmith-based Avanta Managed Offices are planning to take part in a 5.6 Km race to help raise funds for the UK’s leading children’s medical research charity, Sparks, as part of the JP Morgan Corporate Challenge 2009. “Our team is made up of ten people from across our 18 business centres,” comments Anna Haslam, A...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Sparks-fly-as-Hammersmith-company-undertakes-charity-runFri, 26 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21225/06/2009 - Growth in video news attracts film makers to Harrow   Growth in video news attracts film makers to Harrow One of the UK’s fastest growing exponents of TV, advertising and promotional films has relocated their business to Harrow as part of a major cost saving exercise. Film-makers, Feering Productions, has moved into the Avanta business centre on College Road after previously being based in Hertfordshire for five years. “There’s massive growth in...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Growth-in-video-news-attracts-film-makers-to-HarrowThu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21325/06/2009 - Bollywood drama filmed at Heathrow business centre   Bollywood drama filmed at Heathrow business centre Avanta’s Capital Place business centre at Heathrow has proven to be the perfect location for Hindi film-makers, Idream Productions who were looking for a high-quality business centre  in which to shoot their latest drama. Famous for films such as ‘Bend it like Beckham’ and Monsoon Wedding, in India, Idream is a leading Indian film pro...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Bollywood-drama-filmed-Heathrow-business-centreThu, 25 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21422/06/2009 - Harrow-based Xprint urges local businesses to put the X-factor into recycling   Harrow-based Xprint urges local businesses to put the X-factor into recycling Increasing demand for eco-friendly remanufactured printer cartridges, for both home and office use, has seen one of the UK’s leading recyclers of ink jet and laser toner cartridge urge local consumers to act more responsible before throwing old cartridges into the dustbin. Xprint was founded five years and ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Harrow-based-Xprint-urges-local-businesses-to-put-the-X-factor-into-recyclingMon, 22 Jun 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21521/05/2009 - Avanta is shortlisted for Employer of the Year award    Avanta is shortlisted for Employer of the Year award A commitment to highest levels of employee satisfaction, training and work ethics has seen Avanta Managed Offices shortlisted in the South of England final of the ‘Employer of the Year Award’ at the National Business Awards. Avanta will be competing for the top award against diverse public and private sector organisations as back-packers websit...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-is-shortlisted-for-Employer-of-the-Year-awardThu, 21 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21619/05/2009 - Avanta and Think London extend free office space to foreign investors in the City of London   Avanta and Think London extend free office space to foreign investors in the City of London Touchdown London, an innovative scheme, under which international companies looking to set up business in London are being provided with free serviced office space, has been extended to include the recently opened Avanta business centre in Devonshire Square, in the City. Facilitated by...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-and-Think-London-extend-free-office-space-to-foreign-investors-in-the-City-of-LondonTue, 19 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21715/05/2009 - Avanta sets Sparks flying at charity race day launch party   Avanta sets Sparks flying at charity race day launch party A charity auction, hosted by leading London-based serviced office operator, Avanta, set the scene for the 2009 Sparks Race Day, which takes place on 21st September 2009, and is being supported by Avanta for the third year in succession. Sparks is the leading children’s medical research charity, whose sole remit is to fund research across th...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-sets-Sparks-flying-at-charity-race-day-launch-partyFri, 15 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21814/05/2009 - Rise in occupancy length fuels Avanta’s expansion plans   Rise in occupancy length fuels Avanta’s expansion plans Serviced office space is no longer seen as a short term solution to workspace requirements, claims a new survey by Avanta Managed Offices, which operates 18 unbranded business centres across the UK, including 13 in London. “The industry has matured dramatically in recent years and is now seen as a mainstream occupancy option by businesse...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Rise-in-occupancy-length-fuels-Avantas-expansion-plansThu, 14 May 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/21930/04/2009 - Top Marks for Avanta as Serviced Office Company Hosts GCSE Revision Programme   Top Marks for Avanta as Serviced Office Company Hosts GCSE Revision Programme Serviced office company Avanta has opened its newly refurbished business centre, The Media Village, in order to provide a location for local students studying for this summer’s GCSE examinations. The centre, which is located at 131-151 Great Titchfield Street, will provide meeting rooms for The Charter Sch...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Top-Marks-for-Avanta-Serviced-Office-Company-Hosts-gcse-Revision-ProgrammeThu, 30 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22007/04/2009 - Avanta signals Sparks Race Day under starters orders   Avanta signals Sparks Race Day under starters orders One of the most popular events in the Sparks social calendar will take place on Monday 21st September this year. Now in its third year, the Sparks Race Day, organised and sponsored by leading serviced office company Avanta , will be officially launched at a star-studded reception at Avanta’s exclusive members club, Vanilla, in the heart of London’s ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Sparks-RaceDay-2009Tue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22107/04/2009 - It’s Official – Avanta Serviced Offices Improve Business Results   It’s Official – Avanta Serviced Offices Improve Business Results The latest results of an independent survey of companies based at business centres run by Avanta has shown the serviced office company to have further improved its levels of customer service. Avanta commission Accelerator Solutions Ltd to undertake regular surveys of companies based at its portfolio of business cen...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/OfficesImprove_Business_ResultsTue, 07 Apr 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22219/03/2009 - London Rolls Out Red Carpet to International Business   London Rolls Out Red Carpet to International Business Avanta and Think London help international business weather global economic storm      International companies looking to relocate or set up business in London are to be offered free serviced office space as part of an initiative to boost the capital’s economy and encourage inward investment. One of London’s leading serviced office c...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/London-Rolls-Out-Red-Carpet-to-International-BusinessThu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22319/03/2009 - Sunday Times Names Avanta One of The UK’s Best Small Companies to Work for    Sunday Times Names Avanta One of The UK’s Best Small Companies to Work for   Serviced office provider Avanta has been recognised in a prestigious national poll as one of the UK’s best small companies to work for.  The poll compiles the views of some 35,000 employees who fed into the survey and is the most comprehensive study of workplace opinion and engageme...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Sunday-Times-Names-Avanta-One-of-The-UK-Best-Small-Companies-to-Work-forThu, 19 Mar 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22425/02/2009 - Avanta Insure Total Package for Customers   News release                                                                         &nbsp...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Insure-Total-Package-for-CustomersWed, 25 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22519/02/2009 - Avanta on the Ball at the Palace   Draft News Release                               Avanta on the Ball at the Palace Leading London-based serviced office company Avanta is supporting a charity ball which hopes to raise £50,000 for worthwhile causes across Croydon, and the children’s charity, Sparks. The Croydon Charity Ball is an annual fund ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-on-the-Ball-at-the-PalaceThu, 19 Feb 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22629/01/2009 - 12 46 Avanta Plays Host to BBC’S Million Dollar Traders   News Release                                                                                                        Thursday 22nd J...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Plays-Host-to-BBCS-Million-Dollar-TradersThu, 29 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22727/01/2009 - Avanta expands its operations in India   23 January 2009 Avanta expands its operations in India •    Launches two serviced office centers in Fort and BKC, Mumbai •    Office space spread over 70, 000 sq ft together Avanta, one of the UK’s leading serviced office providers, which had started its India operations in September 2008 by launching Statesman House , Connaught Place, Delhi, announced its consolidation & expan...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-expands-its-operations-in-IndiaTue, 27 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22819/01/2009 - Avanta Launch New City Business Centre   E News Release                                                                         &n...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Launch-New-City-Business-CentreMon, 19 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/22923/12/2008 - Avanta helps put spark in charity winter ball   NEWS RELEASE                                                                                                        Friday 19th December 2008 ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Helps-put-Spark-in-Charity-Winter-BallMon, 05 Jan 2009 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23009/12/2008 - We Provide the best office spaces   Press Realease - We Provide the best office spaces For further information, please contact: PR agency contact: Richard Stocks FD Tamesis Tel: 020 7269 9355 / 07951 328475 richard.stocks@fdtamesis.com Avanta contact: Anna Haslam Avanta Managed Offices Ltd 1 Hammersmith Grove London W6 0NB Tel: 0203 008 6000 www.avanta.co.uk Notes to Editors Avanta was formed in 2004 by David Alberto, previously with Regus an...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/WeProvidethebestofficespacesTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23109/12/2008 - Laughter and more at Avanta India   Laughter and more at Avanta India Click here to see Press release   For further information, please contact: PR agency contact: Richard Stocks FD Tamesis Tel: 020 7269 9355 / 07951 328475 richard.stocks@fdtamesis.com Avanta contact: Anna Haslam Avanta Managed Offices Ltd 1 Hammersmith Grove London W6 0NB Tel: 0203 008 6000 www.avanta.co.uk Notes to Editors Avanta was formed in 2004 by David Alberto, previously...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Laughter-and-more-at-Avanta-IndiaTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23209/12/2008 - Making Space Work   Making Space Work For further information, please contact: PR agency contact: Richard Stocks FD Tamesis Tel: 020 7269 9355 / 07951 328475 richard.stocks@fdtamesis.com Avanta contact: Anna Haslam Avanta Managed Offices Ltd 1 Hammersmith Grove London W6 0NB Tel: 0203 008 6000 www.avanta.co.uk Notes to Editors Avanta was formed in 2004 by David Alberto, previously with Regus and former Managing Director at MWB Business Exchange.&nb...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Making-Space-WorkTue, 09 Dec 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23328/11/2008 - Avanta on the button with energy saving initiative.   News Release                                                                       &nb...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_on_the_button_with_energy_saving_initiativeFri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23428/11/2008 - Customer is King for Avanta   NEWS RELEASE                                                                                                       Friday 28th November 2008    &...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Customer_is_King_for_AvantaFri, 28 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23519/11/2008 - Avanta opens New Ealing Centre with a BANG   News Release                                                                                                               Friday ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-opens-New-Ealing-Centre-with-a-BANGWed, 19 Nov 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23629/10/2008 - Avanta launches new Virtual Office Service with US Partnership   Avanta launches new Virtual Office Service with US Partnership London-based serviced office company Avanta has announced a partnership with the United States’ leading provider of virtual office support applications, to make their unique package of services available to UK businesses for the first time. Davinci Virtual delivers virtual office solutions to over 4000 companies across all 50 states o...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-VirtualOffice-US-PartnershipsSun, 19 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23710/10/2008 - New City Business Centre Opening for Avanta   New City Business Centre Opening for Avanta Serviced office company Avanta is expanding its portfolio of managed business space in London with the opening of a new centre in the City. The company has signed a deal with owners Rockpoint Europe to let 29,000 sq ft of prime office space over two floors on the Devonshire Square Estate, London EC2 opposite Liverpool St Station. Notable occupiers include Aon, Societe Generale,...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-New-City-Business-Centre-DevonshireSqFri, 10 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23803/10/2008 - Avanta helps raise £15,000 for Sparks at Charity Race Day   Avanta helps raise £15,000 for Sparks at Charity Race Day Over 200 people from the property industry descended on Kempton Park for the annual Sparks Race Day, sponsored by Avanta, the serviced office company. Guests were joined by a host of stars from the world of sport, including England rugby legend and most capped English player in history, Jason Leonard and England winger, Dan Scarborough, sn...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Sparks-CharityRaceDay-2008Fri, 03 Oct 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/23922/09/2008 - Avanta Launches its First Serviced Office Centre in India   AVANTA Launches its First Serviced Office Centre in India •    First office centre at Statesman House, Connaught Place, New Delhi •    2 more centers in the current financial year in Mumbai and New Delhi New Delhi, September 3, 2008: Avanta, professional leading provider of Serviced Office space throughout the UK – London, Thames Valley, Birmingham Manchester...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-Launches-First-Serviced-Office-Centre-IndiaMon, 22 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24020/06/2008 - Great Scot! Avanta Takes The High Road and   GREAT SCOT! AVANTA TAKES THE HIGH ROAD AND OPENS FIRST BUSINESS CENTRE IN EDINBURGH Serviced office company Avanta has opened its first business centre in Scotland. Based in the heart of Edinburgh, the 8,000 sq ft building on Hanover Street, offers prime serviced office space for organisations looking for high quality, competitively priced managed business space in the heart of Scotland’s capital city. To celebrate...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/greatscotavantatakesthehighroadSat, 20 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24115/09/2008 - Demand for Serviced Office Space increases in face of Credit Crunch   Demand for Serviced Office Space increases in face of Credit Crunch The chief executive of one of the UK’s leading serviced office companies has reported that demand for workspace is continuing to rise, despite the current economic climate and increasing impact of the credit crunch. Avanta, operator of a network of business centres across London and key regional centres in the UK, has experienc...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Demand-Serviced-Office-Space-Credit-CrunchMon, 15 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24212/09/2008 - Avanta Launches “Switch It Off” Campaign   NEWS RELEASE                                                                                                    Monday 15th September 2008 Ava...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-LAUNCHES-SWITCH-IT-OFF-CAMPAIGNFri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24312/09/2008 - Avanta Unveils Team India   Avanta Unveils Team India UK serviced office operator Avanta has established a new specialist team in India to facilitate the company’s ambitious expansion drive into this new market. The London-based company has embarked on a major recruitment drive and has built a team of 20 full time people who will be based across Avanta’s new business centres in India. Avanta has already established a reputation as one of the leading provi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta-Unveils-Team-IndiaFri, 12 Sep 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24415/12/2008 - Avanta''s Year of Growth and Expansion   Avanta''s Year of Growth and Expansion Serviced office company celebrates its Great 8 of 2008! Leading UK serviced office company Avanta has completed a busy year which has seen international expansion into India, the opening of eight new business centres in London and across the UK, and the strengthening of its senior management team. Despite the challenging economic climate, Avanta has maintained its strategy of growth and...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avantas-Year-of-Growth-and-ExpansionFri, 15 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24508/08/2008 - Avanta Continues Indian Expansion   NEWS RELEASE Monday 11th August 2008 Avanta Continues Indian Expansion UK Serviced office operator Avanta has completed the next phase of its expansion drive into India by signing a leasehold on a flagship building in Mumbai. Avanta has taken over 50,000 sq ft over two floors of the new 12 storey Platina building, at the he...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-ONTINUES-INDIAN-EXPANSIONFri, 08 Aug 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24631/07/2008 - Avanta Expands at Hanover Square   NEWS RELEASE Monday 14th July 2008 AVANTA EXPANDS AT HANOVER SQUARE Serviced office company Avanta is growing its presence at one of Mayfair’s most prestigious and sought after business locations. Avanta has signed a five year lease on 20 Hanover Square with landlord Great Portland Estates plc. The building was formerly Knight Frank’s head office, before the leading firm of property consultants mo...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-EXPANDS-AT-HANOVER-SQUAREThu, 31 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24730/07/2008 - Avanta Expands Portfolio with new Ealing Centre   News Release Thursday 10th July 2008 AVANTA EXPANDS PORTFOLIO WITH NEW EALING CENTRE Serviced office company Avanta is expanding its portfolio of business centres in the South East with the opening of new premises in Ealing, West London. Avanta has signed a lease with landlord All Season’s Homes on Saunders House, 52-53 The Mall, Ealing Broadway, which will enable the company to delive...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-EXPANDS-PORTFOLIO-WITH-NEW-EALING-CENTREWed, 30 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24809/07/2008 - Sporting Legends Line Up for Sparks Race Day   Monday 7th July 2008 SPORTING LEGENDS LINE UP FOR SPARKS RACE DAY Stars from the world of sport are lining up to support the annual Sparks Race Day, to be held this year at Kempton Park race course on Monday 22nd September. Now in its second year, the event is hosted by leading serviced office company Avanta, and brings together the property industry for an afternoon’s top class racing, whilst raising money for the...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/SPORTING-LEGENDS-LINE-UP-FOR-SPARKS-RACE-DAYWed, 09 Jul 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/24917/06/2008 - Avanta Commences Passage to India   Avanta Commences Passage to India Leaseholds signed on first two business centres in Delhi and Mumbai Serviced office operator Avanta has signed two leases on buildings in the centre of Delhi and Mumbai as it embarks on a major expansion drive into the Indian market. The company has taken 21,000 sq ft in one of Delhi’s most iconic buildings, Statesman House, in the heart of the city’s central business district in Conna...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/toindiaTue, 17 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25008/06/2008 - Avanta Signs Up To Customer Services Charter   AVANTA SIGNS UP TO CUSTOMER SERVICES CHARTER Avanta has made a statement of intent with its commitment to customer service by becoming the first serviced office company in the UK to join the ICS (Institute of Customer Service). The ICS is the independent professional body for customer service, setting the benchmark for standards of excellence in customer service levels and recognising organisations ranging from local au...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/AVANTA-SIGNS-UP-TO-CUSTOMER-SERVICES-CHARTERSun, 08 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25103/06/2008 - Avanta Marathon Man a Runaway Success for Charity   Avanta Marathon Man a Runaway Success for Charity Serviced office company Avanta is proud to have its very own marathon man among its ranks. Mark Watkins, a systems analyst at the company’s Hammersmith-based headquarters, has raised almost £2,000 for the charity Whizz Kidz, a charity which provides customised mobility for disabled children, having run the Paris Marathon. Mark completed the 26.2 mile co...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/avanta_marathon_manTue, 03 Jun 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25228/05/2008 - Avanta Takes Off at Heathrow   Avanta Takes Off at Heathrow Serviced office company Avanta has officially opened its latest business centre, the 51,000 sq ft Capital Place building on the A4 Bath Road, opposite Heathrow Airport. In keeping with the centre’s location, Avanta hosted an airport themed launch party, where over a hundred guests were greeted by airhostesses and taken on a tour of the building.   There was also the opportunity for guests to tes...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_TakesOff_HeathrowWed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25328/05/2008 - Avanta goes Back to School with Harrow Opening   Avanta goes Back to School with Harrow Opening Leading serviced office provider Avanta this week celebrated the launch of its new business centre in Harrow. Over 100 guests attended the official opening of the centre at 79 College Road, Harrow, which provides 43,000 sq ft of high quality office space. In recognition of Harrow’s most recognised claim to fame, the launch event followed a “back to school&r...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Harrow_openingWed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25428/05/2008 - New Appointment for Avanta   New Appointment for Avanta Serviced office company Avanta has appointed Sean Morgan to head up its international expansion strategy. Sean joins Avanta from Regus, where he was Operations Director for Regus in its Asia Pacific Region and more recently looking after its India operations. He takes up the position of Managing Director of Middle East and India for Avanta. He will work closely alongside Chief Executive David Alberto, who has ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Appointment_for_AvantaWed, 28 May 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25509/04/2008 - Avanta Spins New Web   AVANTA SPINS NEW WEB Serviced office operator Avanta has launched a new website which aims to give browsers faster and more user-friendly access to the key information on the business centres, virtual office and meeting and training room facilities offered the company. The re-designed website retains Avanta’s familiar purple and blue branding, but boasts a range of new features aimed saving the user valuable time by providing clearer navi...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_Spins_NewWebWed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25609/04/2008 - Avanta launches new London Business Centre   AVANTA LAUNCHES NEW LONDON BUSINESS CENTRE Avanta , the serviced office company which operates business centres across London and the UK, is opening a new centre in the capital. Based in the heart of the West End, Grove House , 2 Orange Street, W2, offers over 15,000 sq ft of prime serviced office space over five floors. Avanta has agreed a lease on the building which is owned by the Secretary of State for Communities an...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_Launch_GroveHouseWed, 09 Apr 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25710/03/2008 - All Aboard for Avanta Charity Race Day   ALL ABOARD FOR AVANTA CHARITY RACE DAY Stars from sport and the screen will be joining UK serviced office company Avanta on board their yacht at MIPIM to celebrate the launch of the Avanta Race Day. England rugby legend Jason Leonard and actor Phil Daniels, of Quadrophenia and BBC’s EastEnders fame will be among celebrities on board “SUD”, Quay Passerelle, to launch the race day which takes place at renowned ...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/Avanta_Charity_RaceDay_2008Mon, 10 Mar 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/25814/01/2008 - Avanta Opens New Business Centre in Manchester   AVANTA OPENS NEW BUSINESS CENTRE IN MANCHESTER Growing serviced office company Avanta is expanding its portfolio of managed business space with the launch of its first business centre in Manchester. Avanta has acquired a 9,000 sq ft office development at Royal Mills , Ancoats Urban Village, close to the City’s cosmopolitan Northern Quarter. The building is owned by Kenmore Property Group, who last year funded a...http://www.avanta.co.uk/news/pressrelease/BusinessCentre_ManchesterMon, 14 Jan 2008 00:00:00 GMThttp://www.avanta.co.uk/259