Tag: commercial property to rent in dumfries

Meet the Tenant – UniGreenScheme

Meet Nenad Denkov. Nenad is the Scotland Business Manager for UniGreenScheme – the asset resale service for universities.

UniGreenScheme’s mission is very simple. They want to help UK universities reduce waste, consume resources sustainably, and enable research organisations to thrive in an increasingly resource-constrained world.

Heathhall branch serving Scotland

The Dumfries branch of UniGreenScheme was established to serve northern England and Scottish universities, and Nenad recently joined the team from a background in hospitality and security industries. Originally from Serbia, Nenad moved to Scotland with his family in 2008, having been employed in Belgrade.

A typical week for Nenad is a busy mix of office based work, processing orders and proposals, and collecting equipment from universities across the country.

Circular Economy

“What we do here at UniGreenScheme really embodies the so-called circular economy. Universities often have lab and other equipment for specific research or other projects, often for a set period of time. When that project reaches its end, they’re left with often really high value equipment that they literally can’t give away, due to the potential liability of the equipment failing in some way. What we do is remove the risk from the educational institution, help them free up space in their buildings and save them time by handling the removal, processing and onward distribution of the equipment”

Reduce, reuse, recycle

Zero Waste Scotland encourages innovation that supports re-use. Although often confused, re-use and recycling are not the same. Re-use of products and materials is more beneficial as it retains a product’s value by keeping it in use for longer. This minimises waste, creates jobs, has positive social impact and reduces consumption and associated carbon impacts. Some of the equipment collected by UniGreenScheme is as new and barely used, with plenty of life left. They often tend to be bulky items.

Great location at Heathhall Business Centre

“We’ve quickly outgrown our space here at Heathhall Business Centre, and it’s such a great location for us in every way, with links to arterial routes up and down the country, that we’ve just moved to much bigger units on the estate, at Units 4 and 5 on Bomber Harris Green”

 

3 Signs You’re Ready To Expand Your Business

Building your own business takes vision, energy and commitment. At Heathhall Business Centre we pride ourselves on fostering new entrepreneurial talent and helping local businesses to grow in our central business hub.

But once you’re up and running, how do you know when it’s time to take the next step? Look for these 3 signs that it’s time to expand.

 

1. You Need A Bigger Premises

Are you struggling to store enough stock or have enough working space for your team?

Your business can’t grow efficiently without enough physical space. Inadequate storage space isn’t just a day to day inconvenience but will cost your business money as you’ll need to order stock more regularly to keep up with regular demand or else risk losing your customers to the competition.

Our business storage units are all available with flexible lease agreements – so you can take on more or less space to suit your requirements.

 

2. Your Business Is Seasonal

Does your business rely on a particular season or festive period for its main source of income? If you’re starting to feel the pinch during quieter months, monitor seasonal cycles and develop alternative revenue streams to tide you over during the off-season.

Whether you specialise in gluten-free Christmas puds or bespoke barbecue builds, it makes sense to phase in your big expansion across peak trading months. This is when your cash flow will be most healthy and your customer engagement at its peak. Just don’t let this detract from your core business.

 

3. It’s Time To Tackle New Goals

Growing a successful business over the long term requires adaptability – your readiness to anticipate and react to change. It can be easy to get complacent if you’ve consistently met and exceeded all of your goals. If you feel like you’ve hit a plateau it could be time to re-evaluate your business plan and look for your next steps.

Start by researching trends in your industry, following market leaders on social media and searching for industry specific stories using Google’s ‘News’ search tool. This will help you anticipate the ‘next big thing’ and prepare your business accordingly.

 

Looking to expand your business?

Whether you need extra storage space, a new retail unit or additional workshop space to accommodate your expansion plans – we have a range of commercial units available in Dumfries to suit all business types.

Contact our expert team today to get the best deal on commercial units to rent in Dumfries.

Tenants on Heathhall Industrial Estate

Heathhall Business Centre is home to a vibrant community of tenants each of whom have seen their businesses flourish within our retail, industrial, workshop and trade counter units in Dumfries.

Who are our tenants?

Here at Heathhall, we have a true melting pot of entrepreneurial talent, housing exciting e-commerce start-ups alongside large established companies.

Rowland Park is just one tenant who took on one of his first trade counter units in Dumfries here on the estate and has successfully grown his business at Heathhall.

The Wood Fuel Co-Operative

Rowland Park established The Wood Fuel Cooperative in 2011 as a means of combining the buying power of its members to secure large discounts on wood fuel from the big brands. Choosing Heathhall for their first trade counter unit in Dumfries, the company quickly expanded taking on three purpose built storage units in the heart of the estate. Rowland describes the estate as ‘a first-class location’ with great visibility and easy access for customers.

To learn more about Rowland’s thriving business and other tenants on the estate, visit our Case Studies section.

Why should your business choose Heathhall?

Whether you’re looking for additional office space, secure storage or trade counter units in Dumfries – we have the right commercial unit for you. Our commercial properties benefit from:

  • Flexible licence and lease agreements
  • Opportunity to take on extra space or combine units as your business evolves
  • Ideal central location with easy access to Dumfries and the A75 connecting the Central Belt and the South
  • Unbranded commercial units
  • Individual utility supplies
  • Welfare facilities
  • Network of shops, services and other businesses on site
  • High-speed broadband and state of the art digital security

We also have open land available to rent and as with all of our units, these can be combined with extra storage, an office, workshop, industrial or retail units to suit your needs.

Looking for trade counter units in Dumfries? Get in touch for a no-obligation quote and our team will find you the best deal on the right unit for your business.

High Speed Broadband and Your Office

At Heathhall Business Centre we are committed to providing the space and resources that our tenants need to flourish. That’s why this month we’ve rolled out high speed broadband across the estate. If you’re looking for office space to rent in Dumfries, our commercial spaces are better equipped than ever.

Rent Office Space In Dumfries At Heathhall

Traditional vs. High Speed Broadband

Unlike traditional ADSL broadband which is delivered through copper cabling to your premises, high speed fibre broadband is immune to interference. Standard broadband signals are vulnerable to attenuation, affecting the speed and consistency of the signal. Our new, high speed fibre connection can deliver a significantly faster and extremely reliable connection.

Broadband for Business

A fast, reliable internet connection is vital for every business, whatever your size. As your business grows, more staff, increased e-commerce sales and implementing online marketing campaigns increase the demand on your connection. An office space equipped with high speed broadband offers a host of benefits to your business:

  • Increased Productivity. A faster connection allows employees to complete tasks more easily without interruptions.
  • More online sales. Consumers no longer tolerate slow websites. Increase sales by ensuring your website is responsive and easy to use.
  • Turnaround time. Faster online ordering and invoicing will save you time so you can focus on running your business and manage cashflow more efficiently. You’ll no longer be worried about sales lost due to an unreliable connection, whether that pertains to purchases via your e-commerce site or e-mail correspondence with prospective clients.
  • Global Reach. Small businesses can now compete with large corporates by using digital marketing campaigns capable of a greater reach compared to a traditional marketing strategy and at the fraction of the price.
  • Better communication. Take advantage of features like video conferencing and cloud based services for more consistent communication between trading partners and team members.

High speed broadband is more than just a faster connection. It can empower businesses to expand and compete in global markets, or simply make daily tasks easier to complete.

Looking for office space to rent in Dumfries equipped with a high speed broadband connection and state-of-the-art digital security? Our offices come with ample parking, kitchen and welfare facilities and flexible lease and licensing agreements as standard.

Contact our team today for the best deal on office space to rent in Dumfries.

Commercial Property for Let in Dumfries

Are you a small business owner looking to expand? Or maybe an established business seeking new premises? At Heathhall Business Centre we have a range of commercial property for let in Dumfries. Whether it’s a retail unit or trade counter, studio, office space, industrial unit or simply storage facilities, the advantages of renting at Heathhall extend beyond simply finding the right commercial property.

Location

Centrally located just off the A75, all amenities are close at hand allowing business owners to spend less time commuting and more time focusing on running their operations. Heathhall is ideally located for transport links throughout the UK, with easy motorway access to both the north and the south. Our units benefit from ample parking making it an easy trip for customers, employees and suppliers.

Infrastructure

Our busy business hub has benefited from significant investment in traffic management, commercial property refurbishment and new high-speed broadband for 2017. A robust digital security system is already in place.

A Diverse Network

At Heathhall we are proud to support more than 50 local businesses, from start-ups to established companies. Our vibrant business centre is a hive of activity, creating the perfect environment for like-minded people to work together.

Flexibility and Value

Each of our commercial units to rent are available with flexible license and lease agreements. Different unit types can be combined to give business owners the convenience of having their office, workshop and trade counter all in one place. Expansion is easy within the business centre, with the potential to increase your space as your business needs develop.

Support

Our dedicated on-site management team are on hand to keep your workplace issue free and are always happy to help. Our Tenant Directory makes your business easy to find, and all of our tenants can benefit from our active social media presence. Interested, but not sure what you need? Our experienced team can offer help and expert advice to find the best solution for you.

Our commercial property for let in Dumfries is varied and adaptable to meet your professional needs. Contact us today for a free quote!