7 Most Common Types of Users of Coworking Space in Kuala Lumpur
Back during the stone age of coworking spaces in Kuala Lumpur, the only kind of users that coworking workspaces would attract would be freelancers and entrepreneurs with a team of one. However as the coworking business in Malaysia grew, more people began to understand the benefits and attempted to utilise this new environment.
As renting traditional commercial offices offers lesser value than a coworking space nowadays, let’s take a look at the groups of people that now occupying the hundreds of coworking spaces in Malaysia today.
Corporate Users
With the pressure of overhead always in the background for bigger clients, there are plenty of reasons for businesses to move part of their teams into a coworking space. Together with zero maintenance and office operation issues in a coworking space as well as flexibility and reasonable pricing: more corporations have decided that renting private offices in coworking spaces has become a more appealing option. With how well-equipped and designed coworking spaces are, corporate customers are able to continue on their business with half of the overhead costs in their budget.
Small / Start-Up Teams
For small start-ups or teams, the coworking space provides all the needs that they need to work efficiently. From access to plug-and-play working space with ready office amenities such as internet, printer or a scanner, meeting rooms for daily usage and free networking opportunities: there are many benefits for teams of this size. On an added note, coworking spaces are perfect for start-ups as they present the company an opportunity to build their foundation without committing too much capital as rental costs are far less costly compared to renting their own office and designing it from the ground up. Together with flexibility and super short term leases, this relief of financial stress is crucial especially for those teams who are just starting on their way up.
Freelance Entrepreneurs
Compared to a cafe, the stability of knowing your workspace is open 24/7 and equipped with fast and stable internet helps the self-employed, providing them with the flexibility they need during their working times. Being on a contract basis from local or overseas clients, freelancers are able to work on their own terms at many coworking spaces that are ready and open for them 24/7. For those who require a more professional meeting space, coworking spaces usually come equipped with venues for them to meet clients and also phone booths to receive calls.
Digital Nomads
The term Digital Nomads has burst onto the scene as well in recent years as people who are capable of doing their work on the go. As wanderers of the world with all the equipment they need in a backpack, digital nomads stay at coworking spaces in KL for a set amount of time until packing up and leaving again. For these groups, the importance of community plays a role as they travel to see and experience something new. Coworking spaces provide the best place for this group to settle into a new environment as opportunities to create connections are plenty and most coworking spaces provide resourceful information about the new area they have arrived in. With a supportive community, Digital nomads feel more comfortable in the coworking scene than anywhere else.
Remote Workers
With the digital era upon us, there have been an increasing number of companies hiring workers no matter the location and many have taken the offer to take remote positions. For workers who are away from the headquarters and without an established office space, a dedicated space to do their work and communicate with other team members is a necessity. With Zoom and other applications that facilitate interactions, coworking spaces provide the right situation and amenities such as high speed internet wifi and full office equipments in order to fully accomplish their jobs.
Event Organizers
Coworking spaces aren't only built for long term usage. For those who wish to use creative and trendy designs, coworking spaces in Kuala Lumpur are also an attraction to event planners. Event hosting companies that are looking for an event venue for rent or just a short meeting room booking look towards coworking spaces due to the ready-made event space and flexibility to adjust to their client’s preferences and arrangements. As the cherry on top, coworking space staff are always ready to help and this can contribute to an event’s success.
Students & Interns
Last but not least, coworking spaces have become the biggest addition to students & interns all over Kuala Lumpur. Especially during the pandemic times, coworking spaces became a haven for students who require a supportive environment to finish their assignments or prepare for an exam. Internship programs created by companies based in coworking spaces also have helped interns experience the productive paradise that these spaces provide. From break areas, cosy furniture, free coffee and other amenities, students and interns are a healthy addition to the workspace and an even healthier investment for the future.
As people aim to rent private offices and search for coworking spaces to be their next workplace in KL, they will undeniably be part of these 7 groups. As a coworking space, it is important to understand every client and their needs to bring out their true potential.
With our new FMCO promotion, all these groups now have a space where they can enjoy all the benefits with a fraction of the cost! If we missed some groups that are currently in Coworking Spaces, why not share this on your social and tell us so that we can all bring alone together!