6 sites in Romania
Founded in 2018 in Bucharest, aSpace quickly established itself as a major coworking player in Romania and has since scaled up to 6 locationsl. Co-founder, Bogdan Mariniuc, recalled the initial days saying, “We started aSpace as an experiment but soon realized the immense potential as we reached full occupancy in mere months.” aSpace’s success story is not just about expansion, but one of resilience stemming from how they navigated the tumultuous period of the COVID-19 pandemic.
aSpace has emerged as a significant player in Romania’s coworking industry due to its impressive expansion and efficient management of intricate operational tasks. Led by Bogdan Mariniuc, aSpace has embraced the growing pains championed by the integration of OfficeRnD. This case study highlights how OfficeRnD Flex has been instrumental in refining aSpace’s operational processes, boosting staff productivity, and strengthening community ties.
“We faced difficulties in streamlining our processes.”
The rapid growth of aSpace brought along operational challenges, especially in managing multiple locations and diverse community needs. “We faced difficulties in streamlining our processes,” Bogdan noted, underscoring the need for an efficient management system capable of handling the intricacies of a growing coworking space. They faced numerous reporting issues, leading to analytics confusion and an inability to make data-driven decisions.
Moreover, the software’s user interface they were using was not intuitive. People were giving up after a few minutes because they couldn’t figure it out. They would just ask the receptionist or community manager to book rooms, but they were also trying to move away from that. They had a vision to get to a point where they could automate everything – from signing contracts to following up on leads, they wanted everything to be automated. But they were finding that the system wasn’t helping with that. They noticed these features were costly and they succumbed to large costs whenever they wanted to integrate with something.
The shift to OfficeRnD Flex was heavily driven by the need for reliable reporting, invoicing, and resource booking, all through an intuitive user interface. “Our previous software was creating more work than it was solving,” Bogdan explained. OfficeRnD’s robust platform offered the automation and flexibility aSpace needed to streamline their operations.
Prior to implementing OfficeRnD, aSpace grappled with the complexities of manual invoicing processes, leading to inefficiencies and inaccuracies. OfficeRnD’s automated invoicing feature revolutionized this aspect of their operations. With customizable invoicing templates and automated billing cycles, aSpace can now effortlessly generate and distribute invoices, significantly reducing the time and effort required for this critical task. Additionally, OfficeRnD’s integration with Stripe2.0 ensures seamless transactions, enhancing both convenience and reliability for aSpace and its members.
The management of meeting spaces posed another significant challenge for aSpace, with manual booking processes often resulting in scheduling conflicts and confusion. OfficeRnD’s intuitive booking system has streamlined this aspect of their operations, offering a user-friendly interface for members to browse available spaces, check real-time availability, and make reservations with ease.
Effective decision-making relies on access to accurate and timely information, a requirement that was previously hindered by a lack of robust reporting capabilities for aSpace. OfficeRnD’s advanced reporting tools have addressed this limitation, empowering aSpace with comprehensive analytics dashboards. From occupancy rates and revenue trends to client demographics, OfficeRnD provides a wealth of actionable insights that enable informed strategic planning and performance optimization. aSpace now has the power to identify growth opportunities, optimize resource allocation, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
Implementing OfficeRnD Flex marked a turning point in aSpace’s operations. The software addressed critical issues aSpace experienced with its previous software such as real-time reporting inaccuracies, streamlining invoicing processes, and improving member management.
“OfficeRnD transformed how we manage our spaces – from financial reporting to member interactions,” said Bogdan. The platform’s adaptability was crucial in automating many of their processes, freeing up valuable time for the 15-person team.
“OfficeRnD transformed how we manage our spaces – from financial reporting to member interactions.”
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