01Start with the working day
Map the peak number of people in the office, their meeting patterns and any shift or client-visit requirements. Decide how much space should be dedicated to focused work, collaboration, training and support. A campus can offer shared amenities, but those should be checked against the facilities your team must control directly.
02Understand the campus relationship
Ask which services are delivered by the landlord, campus operator and occupier. Review access controls, visitor entry, parking allocation, after-hours use, backup arrangements and maintenance interfaces. Confirm the availability and conditions of any shared facilities rather than assuming they are included because they are visible on the campus.
03Compare the whole commitment
Consider base rent, common-area charges, parking, utilities, deposits and fit-out responsibilities together. Align the handover condition with the proposed opening date. Review expansion options and any limits on branding, alterations or specialised equipment. Your technical and legal advisers can help translate the operating brief into appropriate checks and lease terms.