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5 Benefits of Short-Term Rental Property Management

In the real estate world, vacation rental properties are a well-known source of income and a common type of investment. These days, short-term rentals have gained immense popularity. Short-term rental properties are fully furnished houses that are rented out for short-term stays. These properties can be rented out for a matter of days or months.

Owning vacation rental properties can be lucrative, but if you’re juggling a career and family, handling guest screenings, communication, maintenance, marketing, and repairs, it can quickly become overwhelming. That’s where working with an experienced short-term rental property management team can be invaluable.

Unlock the Potential of Your Property: 5 Benefits of Short-Term Rental Management

Owning a short-term rental comes with a wide range of responsibilities from guest communication and maintenance and cleaning to marketing and guest screening. This is where hiring an experienced short-term rental property management team can be a complete game changer. Hiring a reputable property management company can maximize the potential of your short-term rental investment, reduce stress, and save you time and money.

The Short-Term Rental Revolution: Why Investors Are Taking Notice

Investing in short-term rental properties have become a popular option over the years. However, effectively managing this type of property involves handling bookings, guest communication, guest screening, repair emergencies, and property maintenance. This makes hiring a professional short-term rental property management company a good option for many property owners. A management company that specializes in overseeing a short-term rental property can handle the day-to-day operational tasks, establish processes that allow the rental to run more smoothly, and optimize the property’s financial performance.

Maximize Your Revenue: How Short-Term Rental Management Boosts Your Bottom Line

The short-term rental market is booming. A property owner can set their rates according to market demands, type of property, time of year, and other variables. Based on these factors, there is significant potential for major earnings.

Essentially, owning a short-term rental property can be an easy and simple way to generate extra income, if you know how to market your property effectively, can stay on top of pricing strategies, offer excellent guest communication, and can maintain your rental property.

If you struggle to offer the type of vacation experience that most guests will expect, offering round-the-clock assistance and responding promptly to questions and concerns, hiring a short-term rental property management company can not only solve all of these problems, but they can ensure you offer competitive pricing, an excellent guest experience, and use effective marketing strategies that will allow you to get the most value out of your rental property through consistent bookings

Stress-Free Ownership: Leave the Hard Work to the Professionals

New vacation rental owners may quickly find that managing their property isn’t as easy or as simple as they thought it would be. If you don’t have time to respond to guest inquiries or handle repair emergencies, a short-term property management company can provide the 24/7 support and guest management assistance you need. Having a dedicated team to handle your short-term rental property round-the-clock offers major benefits and will ensure that your guests feel cared for and supported during their stay. At Errandables, our customer care team will be available to provide answers to all guest questions. If a guest needs assistance, a member of our customer care team can facilitate a proper response that will address a guest’s needs and concerns.

Elevate Your Property’s Appeal: The Marketing Advantage of Short-Term Rental Management

With access to analytics and data, the team at Errandables can provide valuable insights into short-term marketing trends and the performance of your rental property. This information can allow you to make informed decisions to optimize the performance of your property. At Errandables, our team considers variables such as onsite amenities, furnishing style, minimum stays, and nightly rates to ensure your property is aligned with the current market trends and booking behavior.

Protect Your Investment: The Importance of Maintenance and Guest Screening

At Errandables, we will handle guest communication, bookings, and inquiries. We will also screen potential guests, ensuring a positive rental experience, provide essential information to guests before and during their stay, and respond to inquiries promptly. This type of fast and professional communication will help build a positive reputation for your property and foster guest satisfaction. At Errandables, our short-term property rental team will be ready to handle all guest communication should any concerns arise and handle any small issues before they turn into big problems.

We will also coordinate regular maintenance and cleaning to keep your property looking its best. A well-maintained property will result in repeat bookings and positive reviews.

Navigating Regulations: How Short-Term Rental Managers Keep You Compliant

A short-term rental property is subject to a variety of regulations and local laws. At Errandables, we can ensure that your rental property is compliant, to reduce the risk of any resulting legal issues. Not only will the team at Errandables stay on top of compliance, but they are also an excellent resource if you have any questions or concerns regarding local regulations.

Experience the Errandables Difference: Effortless Short-Term Rental Management 

Now that you know about the benefits of hiring a short-term rental property management team, it’s time to get started. At Errandables, we’re committed to ensuring that your rental property enjoys consistent bookings, that it’s always in top shape, and that your guests enjoy the best rental experience possible. Contact the team at Errandables today to learn more about how we can help you get the most out of your short-term rental property

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25 November
Emerging Trends in Real Estate 2025

Real estate investors and developers should be poised for an upturn in industry trends as the post-pandemic disruption abates and positive cyclical forces gain strength.

The Federal Reserve is among the most important cyclical forces. Its pivot to reducing interest rates indicates a peak for inflation and construction costs — and the pivot is helping real estate markets to clear, boosting transaction activity. However, not all dealmakers are ready to jump in with both feet. After all, rate cuts also indicate a slower economy and that could affect net operating income (NOI) growth. The path to renewed vigor could take surprising detours.

The specific contours of what happens next won’t be exactly like what’s happened before. Today’s critical real estate investment factors are supply dynamics and a modernized stock of buildings. For example, newer office buildings offer amenities (the so-called “flight to wellness”) that make them preferable to the languishing stock of aging buildings. And in housing, there are too few developments catering to senior citizens whose ranks are growing by several thousand every day.

New real estate cycles are marked by a growing number of opportunities. In this Emerging Trends in Real Estate® report, we illustrate what’s improving and share the views of our survey respondents as they gauge real estate’s prospects for recovery and renewal.

Real estate firm profitability prospects for 2025

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22 November
Corporate Housing

FEEL LIKE HOME WHEREVER YOU GO

  • Do you have to move and still want to feel at home?
  • Do you want to travel with your family, have guests for a weekend and not worry about the additional costs?
  • Are you looking for a location tailored to your preferences – close to the office, in the centre of the city or close to the international school of your children?
  • Do you need internet access, parking?
  • Do you want to have access to reception services and not be concerned about the cleaning and technical services of the apartment?

If the answer is YES, then corporate housing is the perfect choice.

FIND OUT WHY SERVICED APARTMENTS ARE THE SUPERIOR ACCOMMODATION TYPE

CORPORATE HOUSING VS. HOTELS

Corporate housing

MORE SQUARE FOOTAGE AND SPACE IN APARTMENT:

One-bedroom apartment       40-55 m²
Two-bedroom apartment        55-80 m²

SPACIOUS ARRANGEMENT, FULLY FURNISHED AND FUNCTIONAL:

Fully furnished and functional apartment – separate lounge / living room, dining room, fully-equipped kitchen, own bathroom and separate bedroom(s), depending on your needs. It is not uncommon to have a balcony. Comfortable, ready-to-live-in space.

FEELING AT HOME:

The possibility of a comfortable stay with the family, having guests, organising meetings with friends.
A home away from home.

FULLY FURNISHED AND EQUIPPED KITCHEN FOR SELF-CATERING:

Fully furnished kitchen or kitchenette equipped with everything you’d expect. Cook for yourself in the apartment to suit your own personal taste. Significant saving on food costs.

COMFORTABLE BATHROOM WITH WASHING MACHINE AND ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT:

Private bathroom(s) with your choice of a bath or shower. Washing machine makes it convenient and more cost effective during longer stays.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES:

A wide range of additional hotel-like services: cleaning and technical service, guest care, breakfast service, parking. Many facilities often offer spa and concierge services. Definitely, a better chance of being pet-friendly.

LOWER COST OF STAY

A stay in a 1-bedroom apartment is typically up to 40% cheaper than a stay in a double room in a 4 * hotel.

Additional cost savings from having your own cooking and cleaning amenities.

The price can be negotiated depending on the length of stay.

As standard, the costs of additional services, such as parking, internet access or additional customer-defined facilities are included in the price.

4* hotel

HOTEL ROOM:

Double room              15-25 sqm
Hotel Apartment      20-35 sqm

BASICALLY FURNISHED:

A hotel room ensuring a comfortable stay during short trips. Typically one space with a double bed and a desk, and not much else.

COMFORTABLE STAY:

Hotel rooms by definition are adapted to short-term stays, satisfying  the basic needs of the traveller.

NO KITCHEN:

Optional tea and coffee set with kettle and minibar. Eating out, in the hotel or outside, the extra costs soon add up.

FUNCTIONAL BATHROOM WITH A BASIC EQUIPMENT:

Bathroom with bathtub or shower and hairdryer. Optional laundry service, which is expensive, inconvenient and provides limited services.

ADDITIONAL SERVICES:

Cleaning and technical service, guest care, breakfast service, parking. Spa and concierge services. Want to bring your pet? First check if it’s allowed, if yes, then prepare for additional cost.

LOW FLEXIBILITY IN PRICES OF ACCOMMODATION:

Providing a certain level of amenities, hotels must cover high fixed costs, what results in higher accommodation prices.

Short-term stay sales policy limits the possibility of negotiating rates individually.

Prices subject to considerable seasonal fluctuations.

Want to stay during high season – bring your calculator and the company accountant.

CORPORATE HOUSING VS. MID- AND LONG-TERM RENTAL DIRECT FROM A LANDLORD

Corporate housing

FLEXIBLE DURATION OF STAY: Stays lasting from one night up to a few years.
LESS FORMAL REQUIREMENTS: No long and complicated agreements – instant booking confirmation and cancellation policy guaranteeing flexibility of stay.
WIDE RANGE OF ADDITIONAL SERVICES: Reception, cleaning and technical services, Wi-Fi internet, in some facilities also spa, fitness rooms, swimming pool and concierge services.
GUARANTEED FULLY FURNISHED AND FUNCTIONAL: The price is for a fully-furnished and equipped, ready-to-move-into apartment. The residents only need to bring their personal belongings.
FRIENDLY POLICY AND FINANCIAL BENEFITS: As standard, internet, media, cleaning and technical services without additional fees.

In most cases, no deposit is required. In situations where it is required, the terms of the deposit can be negotiated individually.

Transparent invoicing system, flexible to meet the clients’ needs, as standard.

MID- AND LONG-TERM RENTAL DIRECT FROM A LANDLORD

 

LONG-TERM STAY: Minimum lease duration is 6 months.
MORE FORMAL REQUIREMENTS: Lease agreement concluded directly with the property owner is required. No flexibility in cancellation or duration of stay.
NO ADDITIONAL SERVICES: The tenants often have to organise the required services (for example internet) themselves.
NO GUARANTEE OF FULLY FURNISHED PROPERTY: Rented properties are often unfurnished or partly-furnished. It may be practical for people moving with their own furniture, especially for a stay of several years. Otherwise, the tenant has to sort out the rest, resulting in additional costs, both financial and non-financial.
LIMITED FLEXIBILITY WITH REGARD TO COSTS AND PAYMENT TERMS: In the case of individual rentals, the rent normally does not include any additional costs – maintenance, utilities, administrative fees or fees for additional services.

In most cases a deposit is required. It may add up to more than a few months’ rent.

Usually, you are dealing with a private property owner, not a company. It is rarely possible to receive an invoice for the service.

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18 November
Property Concierge Service

Bon Vivant’s Emyr Thomas explains the benefits of a concierge service.

What Does a Concierge Service Do?

There are many benefits of a concierge service – we will arrange every aspect of your life that you don’t have the time, inclination or expertise to do yourself so that you can maximise your free time.

We will arrange your holidays, recommend and book restaurants and bars all over the world, source tickets for the theatre, concerts and VIP events, and advise on a range of lifestyle services.

We can also help with your every day tasks and errands to help life run more smoothly (where to find a good gym, sending flowers to a family member or arranging a Christmas party, for example) – we’re a bit like a virtual personal assistant but for your leisure time.

Who Are Concierge Services For?

Concierge services are aimed at people who lead busy lives, who want or need someone to help with running their lives – it’s for people who would rather spend their time actually enjoying life instead of planning to enjoy life.

It’s also for people who want great service, who want to tap in to an insider’s knowledge and for people who want to be able to access exclusive events and services.

The benefits of a concierge service include freeing up your time, offering you convenience, making you ‘in the know’ and giving you great access.

Below we have listed the key benefits of using a concierge service such as Bon Vivant.

A Personal Pro-Active Service Tailored to You

The best concierge services will give you your own personal concierge, so that you deal with the same person at all times, for all requests. Your lifestyle manager will learn your tastes and know exactly what you need, offering a pro-active service, pre-empting what you would like to do.

At Bon Vivant, we like to say that there isn’t always a best place for everyone – but there is always the best place for you.

Your Personal Guidebook and Search Engine

Researching holiday destinations, booking hotels and restaurants or sourcing a unique birthday or anniversary gift can be extremely lengthy and arduous tasks.

Why search blindly on the internet when you can ask for a personal recommendation from an expert with a huge book of contacts?

We’ll recommend someone you can trust, removing the unknown element of encountering untested ground.

Save you Time

Most clients will say that the main benefits of a concierge service is to free up precious time, enabling them to experience the things they love instead of spending time researching, sourcing and booking them.

We offer today’s most priceless commodity – your time.

Access An Expert’s Insider Knowledge and Skills

A good concierge service will always be looking for the best of everything to recommend to their clients, so you will have access to their insider knowledge and expertise.

Want to know the best hotel in Paris? The best new restaurant in New York? The secluded beach resort in the Caribbean? The hidden bar in London? Your concierge will know.

At Bon Vivant, we have a fortnightly luxury lifestyle newsletter and an almost daily travel and lifestyle blog with information on the best new restaurants, hotels and exclusive events, especially for our members.

We also get invited to new openings, launches and exclusive events – one of the many benefits of a concierge service.

The Convenience

Sometimes it’s not about saving time or offering solutions to a problem you can’t solve yourself – it’s about the convenience of having someone on hand, at the end of the phone or email, to help run your life, enabling you to maximise your free time. It can be as simple as that.

Special Privileges and Complimentary Benefits

A true concierge service will strive to negotiate for special privileges and benefits for its members, looking to add value where possible.

Whether it’s an upgrade and additional complimentary benefits at top luxury and boutique hotels, priority reservation and complimentary drinks at the best restaurants, free entry to exclusive clubs, or discounts at a host of other lifestyle services.

One of the benefits of a concierge service is that we can add value, make you a VIP and save you money.

Your Own Personal Travel Expert

Through our Virtuoso affiliation, we can make you a VIP every single time you travel.

Your travel concierge will find out what kind of holiday you prefer, what style or design of hotel, what level of activity you prefer and much more to tailor the perfect holiday for you.

Online travel resources can sometimes be a great source of knowledge, but how do you know if that recommendation can be trusted or if it’s right for you? Online review sites and guides are often skewed to the middle and lower market and can show a distorted view of the luxury market.

Your personal concierge will become your own personal guidebook, making sure you get the best out of every trip.

Your Home Help

A concierge can source any home service to improve the quality of your life. Want to hire a cleaner? Find a reputable decorator? Find a nanny? Your concierge will have the contacts to help.

Grant you Exclusive Access

We are able to obtain tickets, including VIP and hospitality tickets, to a wide variety of exclusive and sold out events, including music concerts, theatre and opera performances, sports games, premières, charity balls and events in the world of film, fashion and TV.

For music fans, we have access to VIP seats and boxes at all major concert venues, so you never have to miss your favourite artist.

Conclusion

A concierge service is not for everyone – some people will always choose to do things themselves, others will enjoy spending hours on research and some will feel they just don’t need external help.

But for those in the know, there are countless benefits of a concierge service  who can help client with every travel, lifestyle and leisure need that they don’t have the time, expertise or inclination to do themselves.

 

 

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14 November
What is a concierge service, and what are the benefits?

What is a concierge?

Firstly, it’s important to understand what we’re talking about when we say ‘concierge’ because while the word may be used interchangeably with a ‘lifestyle management service’ and they both offer assistance with tasks and errands, the two are very different.

For starters, lifestyle management services typically offer a broader range of services beyond traditional concierge tasks. This may include assistance with travel planning, event coordination, household management, personal shopping, wellness services, and more. On the other hand, concierge services are typically more thought of in a hotel or upmarket residential building setting, where they focus on assisting with immediate and practical tasks for guests, such as making reservations, arranging transportation, procuring tickets, running errands, etc.

Lifestyle management services offer highly personalized assistance tailored to each client’s individual needs and preferences. Lifestyle managers often develop long-term relationships with their clients, working closely with them to meet ongoing needs and adapt to changing circumstances. In contrast, concierge services may often have more transactional relationships with clients, fulfilling specific requests quickly and efficiently without necessarily delving deeply into the client’s lifestyle or preferences.

One small caveat here, too—the term “concierge” isn’t always met with a smile. In specific contexts, particularly within the adult entertainment industry, it’s used euphemistically. So, you definitely wouldn’t want to mix up your dinner reservation with, ahem, other services!

What are the types of lifestyle services?

Travel lifestyle service

A travel lifestyle service ensures a seamless and personalized travel experience. They plan trips, including flights, accommodations, and activities tailored to client preferences. VIP airport services expedite check-in and security. They book luxury accommodations, arrange transportation, and curate bespoke excursions. Special occasion planning, like birthdays and proposals, is also available. Travel insurance guidance and 24/7 assistance are provided for emergencies.

Hotel lifestyle service

Hotel lifestyle services assist guests during their stay, offering personalized dining, shopping, and entertainment recommendations. They arrange transportation, event tickets, and restaurant reservations, catering to guests’ preferences. They organize tours and activities, ensuring a memorable experience. Special requests like room amenities or occasion arrangements are also handled. Some hotels provide access to exclusive concierge lounges with additional amenities.

Medicine lifestyle service

A medicine lifestyle service offers personalized support in managing healthcare needs. Services include medical appointment coordination, healthcare provider referrals, and prescription management. They assist in organising medical records and act as advocates in navigating the healthcare system. Additionally, they provide access to health and wellness resources and benefits such as 24/7 medical professional support.

Shopping lifestyle service

A shopping lifestyle service provides personalized assistance for various shopping needs. They offer services like personal shopping, gift sourcing, and product research. They handle special requests like customizations and facilitate luxury shopping experiences. Additionally, they manage returns and exchanges and offer rewards programmers.

Lifestyle management concierge

Any good lifestyle management service should ideally encompass all of the above and potentially much more. Besides providing comprehensive support and assistance to aid individuals in daily tasks and enhance efficiency and enjoyment, they handle errands, home management, event planning, travel booking, and medical aid. They can also go further by mirroring family offices, which might include tax and legal advice, wealth management, etc. While more specific boundaries separate a concierge from a lifestyle management service to a family office, some overlap while transitioning between them is to be expected. A good lifestyle management service should also provide health and wellness guidance, personal shopping, and entertainment arrangements. Specialized services like pet care or relocation assistance are also available, tailored to unique needs.

What are the benefits of a lifestyle management service?

Saves time

It can save someone time by taking on tasks, coordinating processes efficiently, providing expert guidance, offering round-the-clock availability, and delivering personalised assistance tailored to their needs. Whether managing daily errands, planning a special event, or organising a complex trip, a concierge service helps individuals reclaim their time and focus on what matters most to them.

Reliable

A good lifestyle management service should be reliable and instil confidence in customers by offering consistent assistance, prompt response times, efficient execution, dependable resources, consistent quality, and peace of mind. Customers can rely on the service to be a trusted partner in managing tasks and achieving goals, leading to enhanced satisfaction and loyalty over time.

Exclusive privileges and benefits

It should come with exclusive privileges and add an extra layer of luxury, convenience, and sophistication to the customer experience. By offering access to exclusive events, VIP treatment, priority reservations, special discounts, personalised recommendations, and insider insights, customers can enjoy enhanced experiences and create lasting memories that go beyond the ordinary.

Exclusive access

Exclusive access is necessary for any high-level lifestyle management service, allowing customers to enjoy unique and privileged experiences beyond the ordinary. By providing access to restricted locations, exclusive events, private tours, VIP treatment, reserved seating, and special discounts, customers can elevate their experiences and create genuinely unique, memorable moments.

Emergency assistance

Emergency assistance is a critical aspect where a top-tier lifestyle service shines, outperforming basic concierge services. With exclusive access, customers benefit from swift and reliable support in times of need. Whether it’s a medical emergency requiring immediate attention or a last-minute travel hiccup threatening to derail plans, a trusted lifestyle management service ensures peace of mind with efficient solutions tailored to individual needs. The round-the-clock availability of dedicated professionals ensures that no matter the situation, help is just a call away.

Experience personal lifestyle management services tailored to you with errandables

With so many lifestyle management services available today at various prices, choosing one that’s right for you can be difficult. That’s why we’re going to explain how errandables bests its competition with The errandables Difference:

Meaning What We Say
Many lifestyle management providers claim to fulfil your every request, but what sets errandables apart is our ability to substantiate our promises. When we say we go above and beyond, we mean it. For example, if you want a table at a fully booked restaurant, we’ll send a lifestyle manager to charm a reservation out of the manager in person. This philosophy drives everything we do, and we proudly say “yes” to the impossible.

• 98% fulfilment rate on lifestyle requests
• “The ultimate wish granters”—FT Wealth
• Quality control monitoring from start to finish

The Human Touch
At errandables, we take an active interest in our members, getting to know them personally so that we understand their unique needs and desires. We’re not reactive; we’re proactive. We make suggestions and recommendations based on your tastes, preferences, and requirements. Our job is to be here for you.

• 24/7/365 Dedicated Personal Assistant
• Truly personalised services
• In-house team of luxury specialists and lifestyle managers

Financial Freedom
Our mantra is “more personal attention for each valued member.” Because our service is by invitation only, we know each member intimately. You’re not just a client but a member of our errandables family. Our personalized relationship with you means that we fully understand your creditworthiness and history, allowing us to be more flexible than other card issuers when it comes to changing spending limits to suit your needs. You won’t have to fill in forms before planned big purchases or wait for authorizations—we give you financial freedom on your terms.

• Specially negotiated discounts on yacht charters, private jets and more
• Transparent and competitive pricing
• Spending limit flexibility to give you true financial freedom

Effortless Living
We anticipate your needs and preferences, whether it’s a bowl of fruit or a chilled bottle of champagne in your hotel room upon arrival or arranging a chauffeured transfer to the airport. We make your experience seamless, monitoring every aspect of your itinerary to identify and solve any kinks before they become problems. With errandables, you’ll enjoy a perfect, personalized, and hassle-free service every time—that’s the errandables Difference.

• Invitations to a spectrum of desirable events
• Bespoke promotions tailored to your tastes
• Access to a global network of luxury experts and specialists

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11 November
Moving Management

3 stages of move management to ensure a seamless workplace transition

In this post, we’ll break down the move management process and show you how to lead your team and organization through a successful move.

If you’re overseeing a workplace move, you’ve got a big job ahead of you. Move management is no small task. Get it wrong and you risk disrupting business, frustrating employees, and not meeting your goals. But, get it right and you can lead your company through a smooth and successful transition. In this post, we’ll show you how to manage each stage of the process so you can avoid common move management pitfalls and ensure a seamless and successful move.

What is move management?

Move management is the process of planning and executing the relocation of employees, equipment, and resources from one workplace to another. This could involve moving to a new building, opening an additional office, consolidating existing spaces, or reconfiguring your workplace layout.

Successful move management requires careful planning, clear communication, and meticulous coordination. This includes setting a detailed timeline, managing logistics efficiently, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations, and addressing employee concerns.

Stage 1: Planning and alignment

The first stage of move management involves creating a detailed plan and gaining buy-in from stakeholders. This is critical to setting you up for success, so let’s break it down in detail.

Goals and metrics
  • Define goals. Start with deciding what you want to achieve. This could include increasing occupancy, boosting meeting room utilization, or having no operational downtime. Gather your team’s feedback to ensure the goals align with their needs and expectations.
  • Set success criteria. Setting measurable benchmarks will help you evaluate progress against each of your goals. Success can look different from person to person, so these criteria should reflect your team’s different perspectives and priorities.
  • Determine metrics for evaluation. Identify metrics that are specific, quantifiable, and relevant to your goals. This will help you track progress and spot areas that need improvement.

Let’s look at an example. If your goal is to increase office occupancy, success criteria could include achieving an average occupancy rate of 85% within three months and improving your employee net promoter score (eNPS) by 10 points. To evaluate your success, you could track your workplace occupancy rate and review eNPS results from an employee survey.

Roles and responsibilities
  • Assign roles. Decide who’s handling what, such as logistics, keeping employees informed, and setting up IT. Make sure everyone knows their specific tasks and deadlines.
  • Define responsibilities for each team member. Break down what each person is in charge of and how their tasks fit into the big picture. Check in regularly to keep things on track and sort out any issues quickly.
Timeline
  • Develop a detailed schedule with milestones. Break it into manageable chunks and set dates for each step to keep things organized. Make sure to build in some buffer time for any unexpected hiccups, such as construction delays, changes in department size, and shifts in workplace design.
  • Include deadlines for key tasks and checkpoints. This will help everyone stay on track and know what needs to be done and by when. To avoid any last-minute scrambles, keep an eye on your progress and adjust the schedule as needed.
Workplace data and layout
  • Understand current employee pain points. This might be a lack of collaboration, too few meeting rooms, or too many underutilized spaces. Gather employee feedback to ensure the new layout addresses their concerns and improves their workplace experience.
  • Use workplace data. Capturing workplace data on your current space will inform adjustments to the new one. You’ll want to look at metrics like employee attendance, visitor patterns, meeting room usage, and desk usage to identify areas for improvement.
  • Try several layouts before you commit. Create mock-ups by digitizing your workplace maps to visualize different layout options and see how they fit your needs. Make sure you get your team’s feedback on these layouts before making a final decision.
  • Plan for growth. Use employee and visitor presence data to understand current usage patterns and spot areas that need more room. Factor in your future growth plans to ensure the new layout can handle more people and adapt to changing needs.

Stage 2: Preparing your team and employees for change

Once you have a plan, the next step is communicating it clearly to everyone. This will help folks understand the changes, know what to expect, and feel prepared for the transition.

  • Communicate move details and updates. This should cover key dates, what to expect during the transition, and any changes to employees’ daily routines. For instance, to prepare for the move, you may ask employees to bring their personal belongings home before professional movers are scheduled or to pack them in moving supplies your company will provide. Plans will likely change, so prepare to update folks regularly so they’re in the know.
  • Address employee concerns and provide support. Be sure someone on your team is responsible for addressing employee concerns. You can also set up a channel where employees can easily share their thoughts and get timely answers about the move.
  • Communicate how this change will improve the onsite experience. Point out any perks, such as better collaboration spaces, more comfortable work areas, or upgraded facilities. Let folks know how these upgrades will make their workday easier and more enjoyable.‍
  • Offer resources for adapting to the new environment. Provide guides, FAQs, and support contacts to help employees settle in quickly. Also, consider adopting an interactive workplace map—part of your workplace platform— to help employees locate coworkers, meeting spaces, and other points of interest in the new space, all from their mobile devices.

Stage 3: Reporting and optimizing

The final stage of move management includes gathering employee feedback and evaluating how things work in the new space. You’ll use this information to make improvements and document learnings for future moves by your organization.

  • Collect feedback from stakeholders and team members. Informal check-ins and surveys can help understand how everyone is adjusting. These insights can surface unseen issues and areas for improvement.
  • Analyze performance against success metrics. This will help you understand the effectiveness of your strategy and identify areas for further improvement.
  • Document learnings for future moves. Noting what worked well and what didn’t will refine your process, helping you avoid past mistakes and leverage successful strategies.

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Move management is a huge undertaking and one you should never go into blindly. With a solid plan, you can lead your organization through a seamless transition, minimizing disruptions and setting the stage for long-term success.

Are you preparing for a workplace move? Check out our website to learn how Errandables can help you get the most out of your new space.

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7 November
Wedding Concierge

Planning a Wedding in 2025

Planning a wedding can indeed be overwhelming, but breaking down the process into manageable steps can help make it more enjoyable and stress-free. Here is a comprehensive guide to help you start planning your wedding in 2025. In this guide I will walk through wedding priorities and will include wedding supplier list and I hope you will find this information useful during your 2025 wedding planning journey.

When is the Right Time to Start Preprations for 2025 Wedding?

The year 2024 has finally arrived and decision on planning your 2025 wedding now is a fantastic start! With the upcoming 2024 wedding season, suppliers and venues are in high demand but often taking bookings for the next year. The key is to act now and don’t leave it to the very last minute.

Priorities when planning a wedding.

When planning a wedding it is always good to set up and talk about priorities. Once you have the most important elements in place, you can then start working on the remaining details with confidence. But first create a list and focus on securing those top priorities first.

Budget

Set a realistic budget is often a top priority. This would also include setting up spending limits for different things like venue, photography, catering, attire, and many more.

Venue

Well… this priority is probably the second important. I believe that deciding on the venue could be a top priority for many engaged couples.

Guest list

Planning the guest list is crucial. Sometimes for many couples it might take a longer time but deciding who to invite to your wedding and how many guests in total will impact the choice of venue, catering, and other aspects.

Date

As I mentioned earlier deciding on the wedding date is a priority, especially for couples with meaningful date in mind. In this situation the availability of venue and suppliers is important.

Attire

Finding the perfect wedding attire is a priority for many couples. This includes the bride’s gown, shoes, groom’s suit and shoes, and attire for the whole wedding party.

Photography/Videography

Capturing the most memorable moments of wedding is often a priority. Couples want to ensure they book skilled photographer and videographer to document their special day.

Entertainment

Making a fun, memorable and unforgettable experience for wedding guests is a priority. This is when you will be hiring a live band, DJ, or planning any other entertainment options like wedding games for example.

Ceremony and Officiant

Deciding on the ceremony style and a person who will officiate is a priority.

Decor and Theme

It is good to know an overall wedding theme and decor is important for creating the atmosphere of your vision. This would include flowers, centrepieces, and other decorative details.

Food and Catering

Selecting the menu and catering services is a priority. Couples often want to provide a memorable dining experience for their guests.

Wedding day timeline

Setting up a wedding day timeline is not less important. Detailed and accurate timeline will coordinate all suppliers, and will ensure a smooth flow of wedding.

Personal and Meaningful Touches

For many couples adding some personal details to a wedding is a priority too. This could be customising vows, some cultural elements and traditions, or adding sentimental details.

Honeymoon

Honeymoon panning is usual a post-wedding priority. Couples might choose destinations that are important for them now as a married couple.

SUPPLIERS FOR WEDDING

As a Birmingham wedding photographer, offering photography services around the UK for weddings, I know how importance is to find and establish a great communication with suppliers for your wedding who understand and ready to create your vision of your wedding. The connection between a couple and wedding suppliers should hold a strong bond that’s why choosing a right suppliers for your wedding is very important. But how do you make that decision?

It is essential to securing suppliers that suits your budget, availability in your chosen venue, and of course if they are available on your wedding date. During wedding consultation consider to ask these simple questions to ensure if your suppliers suits with your vision and needs.

  • The number of years of experience and experience at our chosen location.
  • If they can provide some insights into a process, starting from the consultation through the booking and to the wedding day.
  • If supplier require anything specific from you or chosen venue.
  • How much time supplier need for setup on the wedding day.

Wedding supplier list.

For popular months like May through September, securing wedding suppliers might be already challenging. If you have a specific date in mind, especially one with sentimental value, it is important to start contacting suppliers as soon as possible. My experience shows that before reaching out any of supplier, it is good to have your wedding date in mind and most likely every wedding supplier from this list below would want to know more than just a date. Three most important things every wedding supplier will ask are: a date, a venue, and your budget.

  • Venue
  • Photographer(s) (Hello, it’s me!)
  • Videographer(s)
  • Wedding planner/ Coordinator
  • Florist
  • Cake designer
  • Hair and Make-Up
  • Catering
  • Officiant
  • Accommodation
  • Live band
  • Wedding transportation

 

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4 November
Event Planning

How event management will help your next event

Are you thinking about organising an event? Want to make sure that it is perfect? Have you ever considered booking event management to help? If you haven’t then this is probably because you think that you can organise everything on your own and in the past, this may have worked perfectly well. However, what you may not know is that it could be so much better.Want to know more? Let us explain to you how event management can help you when organising your next event.

They make it less stressful

It goes without saying that organising an event, no matter the type of size, it is going to be stressful. There is so much to think about, to consider and to plan for, so, you may find that over time it all gets a little overwhelming. The idea of hiring an event management company is that they can take on most of the stressful tasks, leaving you with very few worries about your event.

They ensure it runs smoothly

Despite the best planning, there are still things that can go wrong during an event. You may not be aware of the problems that can arise or the issues that can crop up. Which means that mistakes all too often happen, and you may not know how to fix them. Whilst an event management company cannot stop every single problem occurring, they can make sure that this has a minimal impact on the entire event and that it is fixed quickly.

They take care of the legalities

There are lots of legal requirements and guidelines that can go along with holding an event. You may be able to identify some of the things that you need to be aware of, but there is also a chance that you may miss some things. The problem with this is that sometimes this can cause a minor issue and sometimes it can be much bigger. Therefore, it makes sense that you always work with a professional company that deals with events, as they will be able to take proper care of all the legalities.

They have the right contacts

You are likely to not only need to book a venue for your event, but also entertainment, caterers and other suppliers. When you have an event management company working with you, you have all their contacts too. Not only does this mean that you will be getting the best quality, but it also means that you will be able to secure everything that you need, at a great price.This really is just the beginning of the reasons why you should consider booking an event management company for your next event. There are so many great reasons to hire an event management company. It could be to save you time and your money, or perhaps just make things a whole lot less stressful. Whatever the reason, find a professional event management company and let them help you to plan your next event.

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