April 4, 2022
Whether opening or relocating your business, choosing a spot is a difficult, yet critical decision.
There are just so many factors that one needs to consider. Your business’s location needs to be conducive for productivity, but also accessible to your employees – no one wants a difficult commute in a less-than-ideal location.
This is true across the board for most businesses, from larger-than-life technology companies to local restaurants and Mom and Pop shops.
So, today, let’s explore just a few of the many factors that you should consider when choosing a location for your business or commercial property.
1. Employee Commute
An outrageous commute can wreak havoc on your employees’ job satisfaction. And while a stressful commute can certainly cause emotional strain on your workforce, it also negatively affects personal finances and energy levels at work.
If your company believes in a healthy work/life balance, a commuter-friendly location needs to be a top priority on your list of location factors.
In Burlington
Burlington is conveniently nestled alongside I-95 and Rt. 128, allowing a simple commute for many in the Greater Boston area.
Both Boston and the New Hampshire border are about a 20-30 mins drive from Burlington (depending on conditions, of course).
Our town’s proximity to both Boston and the New Hampshire border – both about a 25-30 minute drive from Burlington – provides a centralized, accessible location for commuters, whether on a hybrid or full in-office model.
2. Recruitment Opportunities
To become a leader in your industry, it’s important to recruit the best, brightest, and hardest working minds within their respective fields.
When choosing a location for your business, consider the area’s workforce profile, nearby metropolitan areas and industry hubs, and local or regional educational institutions.
In Burlington
Burlington, Massachusetts nestled within a regional labor force of 2.6 million professionals across many industries, such as healthcare, life sciences, and technology, to name a few.
In addition, our town is at the doorsteps of the nation’s (and the world’s) top educational institutions, such as MIT, Bentley College, Harvard, and Tufts University.
3. Space To Grow
While the “big city life”certainly has its benefits, the properties within cramped city blocks can leave little room for organic business growth, expansion, or additional locations.
You will want to find a business location conducive for internal expansion, especially when it is for fast-growing startups and innovative organizations within industries that see rapid advancement. Don’t let a lack of physical space hinder business growth!
In Burlington
Burlington’s geographical makeup provides the space necessary for businesses to grow or even open new locations for expanded operations.
For example, Lightforce Orthodontic, developers of the world’s first 3D-printed custom bracket system, opened an additive manufacturing facility in Burlington in 2021.
This allowed the organization the freedom to create products in a facility designed for additive manufacturing, while also keeping their headquarters in the nearby Cambridge, MA
4. Local Government Support
Everything is easier when a local government strives to meet the needs of its businesses, small or large. When choosing your location, be sure to look into the commercial tax incentives, zoning laws and regulations, and expedited permitting opportunities.
In Burlington
The Economic Development Office in Burlington has dedicated itself to bringing innovative industries and businesses to Burlington, allowing them the space and support necessary to develop facilities, services, and products.
Burlington has established zoning regulations that allow organizations to grow and develop while adhering to safety precautions and environmental preservation. Additionally, Burlington has received a BioReady platinum rating from MassBio for life science facilities.
5. A Welcoming And Cared-for Community
A toxic environment is never a great place to conduct business. When seeking your next location, be sure to look at the area’s surrounding community.
In Burlington
In Burlington, businesses can find an interconnected community that supports and respects one another. For example, look no further than the story of Pressed Cafe’s support of Lahey Hospital’s staff during the COVID-19 pandemic.
The community also contains plenty of local cafes, restaurants, recreational areas, and living areas to help keep your employees happy and active.