How important is the final choice of location and accessibility? - Desouza Associates

By Kate McSweeny

Posted 17/03/2023

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Training days are no different to meetings and conferences in that they must be easy to reach. Poor access to the training venue will discourage delegates from attending outright. Good transport links and ideally car parking on site or nearby.

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