Considering co-location
Benefits of co-location and how it works.
A co-location is when more than one agency shares the tenancy of a building. This is different to co-tenancy, where different agencies are based in one building, but each manage their own tenancy and lease with the landlord.
Co-location benefits
Co-location has many benefits including:
- optimising agencies' property footprint
- reducing property-related costs
- minimising duplication of major facilities, like reception areas, meeting rooms and information and communications technology (ICT) infrastructure
- contributing to more equitable workplace experience – with smaller agencies able to provide higher quality environments for their kaimahi (staff).
Assessing whether co-location is right for your agency
To work out whether a co-location is right for your agency, your starting point should be your agency’s property plan. The plan should outline how your intentions for your property portfolio and workplace support your organisation's objectives, including identifying potential for co-location opportunities.
Consider:
- whether co-location could improve how your organisation works and delivers services
- who you need to be close to
- location factors
- security requirements
- quality and performance of your current office space
- lease renewal lead times.
Finding potential co-location partners
When considering a co-location with other agencies, think about whether they might be a good fit in the following areas.
- Strategic: Similar sector, topics, customers, or service approach.
- Cultural: Similar workplace style, values, and leadership.
- Operational: compatible tech/security, similar facility needs, aligned policies, matching property timelines/locations
We can help agencies assess their suitability for co-location and guide them step by step through the process.