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# Lab Evaluation Guide

Identify your requirements. Explore your options. Avoid costly pitfalls.

 

  

FREE Lab Evaluation Guide

 

## Finding The Right Space For Your Growing Life Sciences Company

There are many types of lab spaces available for your growing company. How can you be sure to select the right fit for your needs? Our Lab Evaluation Guide will take you step-by-step through identifying your requirements, mapping those against the options available, and avoiding costly pitfalls along the way.

###  What type of space should my company consider? 

To know what space is right for you, you need to know what all of your options are. This guide outlines the types of lab spaces that exist (**stand-alones**, **subleases**, and **shared sites**) and compares the **flexibility**, **pricing**, **equipment customization**, **and more** between each type of space, along with an overview of **potential benefits and concerns**.

 

 

 

 

###  Where is the best place for my life sciences company to be located? 

In addition to considering **rent prices**, choosing the right location for your company involves considering a **range of factors**, from assessing the **proximity to the hub of your industry** to understanding **who you are hiring** and **where do they live**.

 

 

 

 

###  How much space will my company and my team require? 

Many founders focus on their **lab space** needs, but it's important to consider access your team may need to **office space** for meetings or administration work. Weighing these needs against your **team's daily routines** is key to sizing your footprint successfully.

 

 

 

 

###  What kind of infrastructure should be considered for my company's needs? 

Your company will need infrastructure in terms of **lab equipment**, but also in the surrounding areas of **chemical hygiene**, **facilities upkeep**, and **daily operations**. It's crucial to factor these elements into your space needs and align your strategy and expectations.

 

 

 

 

###  How do I maximize my dollar as a growing company? 

Taking a full and **honest assessment of your company's needs** and comparing that to a **complete understanding of what a space can offer you** is the key. This will help you determine where you should **spend money**, where you can **save money**, and how you can **get the most out of your budget**.

 

 

 

 

###  Is there a checklist to ensure I have everything my company will need? 

Yes! Our Lab Evaluation Guide contains a **two-page checklist** to help you identify and track what to look for as you're considering different spaces. Additionally, we also have a page of **common pitfalls to avoid** and **import reminders** to keep at the forefront of your search.

 

 

 

 

 

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