Choosing the Right Place to Scale Your Business

12 February 2025

Choosing the right location is key to scaling your business. Here's why Colony Fabrica is your best option!

Choosing the right location is key to scaling your business, and it’s about more than just picking an office and calling it a day. The success of your business is often influenced by the region you’re in, with factors like talent availability, infrastructure, and cost-effectiveness playing a crucial role.

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Why Manchester is the ideal location for business growth

With over 80 FTSE 100 businesses and high-growth local success stories like The Hut Group and Boohoo.com, Manchester is quickly becoming one of the UK’s most sought-after business hubs.

But what makes Manchester so special?

Talent: A diverse, highly-skilled workforce with a pool of graduates across various industries
Investment: As the best-funded northern tech city, Manchester is attracting a growing number of start-ups and SMEs
Connectivity: With direct links to other major cities, including London, Birmingham, and Leeds, plus an international airport, it’s easy to do business from here

How a coworking space can help scale your business

When scaling your business, flexibility is essential. Traditional offices can be restrictive, both in terms of rigid layouts and long-term contracts. In contrast, coworking spaces offer a dynamic and supportive environment that adapts to your needs. With essential services like utilities and insurance taken care of, you can focus on what truly matters - growing your business! With flexible contracts like Colony’s, you have the freedom to expand into larger offices within your chosen workspace as your team grows.

Ready to scale? Let's make it happen at Colony Fabrica

Once the industrial heartbeat of Manchester, Colony Fabrica represents a new approach to workspaces in the ever-expanding urban landscape of New Islington - the perfect base for businesses looking to scale.

Here’s what Fabrica has to offer:

Flexible layouts: Choose from banks of desks, private offices, or entire floors, all tailored to your needs
State-of-the-art amenities: Enjoy premium coffee taps, social kitchens, dog-friendly spaces, and dedicated breakout areas all in a comfortable, modern environment
Prime location: Located in New Islington, a trendy and vibrant district, just minutes from Manchester’s city centre with excellent transport links
Top talent: As part of a major regeneration project, New Islington has become one of the most exciting neighbourhoods in the city, attracting young professionals and businesses alike
A city-wide network: With a Colony membership, you get access to all Colony venues across Manchester, offering 24/7 access to your home location and daytime access to other sites. Join a thriving community, form valuable connections with fellow businesses, and stay ahead with seminars and networking events designed to boost your business
Meeting rooms: Access to over 20 meeting rooms across the city, as well as Fabrica’s own premium presentation space - ideal for hosting conferences, seminars, and product launches