Customer uncertainty yes, but panic no! The experts for logistics, industrial and commercial space at Engel & Völkers Commercial agree that the situation, which is marked by the corona virus, is difficult, but that nevertheless much is still possible. The basis for this is the full functionality of the teams at all locations.
Currently, the demand for space and planned viewings no longer determine day-to-day business. "Of course, this has become more difficult, but it is possible in individual cases if the applicable rules are observed," reports Sebastian König, Head of Industrial Services at Engel & Völkers Commercial Berlin. Transactions already planned are in the majority of cases handled professionally right up to the notarisation of the contract.
Advice on reorientation
"Numerous telephone conversations with our regular customers show that some companies are already looking at medium-term realignment," explains Jörg Lachmann, Head of Industrial Services at Engel & Völkers Commercial Bremen. This is not simply a matter of brokering industrial sites and properties, but rather of use concepts, material flow analyses or even post-use solutions.
In the past, companies and businesses have had to face ever new strategic challenges at ever shorter intervals. The reasons for this were, among others, accelerating technological developments, the globalization of markets, deregulation of entire industries, and significant changes in consumer behavior. "As a result, the classic brokerage business has undergone a fundamental upheaval which we have mastered very professionally," emphasizes Jan Alexander Zielke, Head of Industrial Services at Engel & Völkers Commercial Dortmund/Bochum.
When supply and production chains are rethought
Creativity and a clear view are particularly important in markets where space is scarce. What about the neighbouring properties? Can land use concepts be further developed or buildings revitalized or converted? "Here we can find answers if, for example, supply and production chains are rethought," emphasizes Sebastian König.
Do you also have questions or need advice regarding a commercial property? Engel & Völkers Commercial is available to you at around 100 locations worldwide. Simply call or email us. The experts for Industrial Services at Engel & Völkers Commercial are there to help you in word and deed.
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