Comments on: Coalition of Office Space Providers Makes Progress with Manhattan Vision

By: Maggie Correta

Maggie Correta — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 22:17:27 +0000

Are they offering discounted serviced office space? I’m not sure I get it? Networking is great and discounts on products are great, but where does the affordable office space come in?

By: Elizabeth Sanchez

Elizabeth Sanchez — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:36:46 +0000

I agree that this is still in the infant stages. Things like this do take a while to build. I haven’t heard too much about what New York City actually plans to do as part of this serviced office arrangement. We definitely need more details on this to judge how it might impact the office economy in Manhattan.

By: Bill Brookshire

Bill Brookshire — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:25:39 +0000

I’m impressed by the growing list of serviced office companies that are taking part in this alliance. I am also impressed by the level of cooperation within the local industry in New York. You would think this would be more of a cut-throat environment, and yet here are some strong brands working together for the good of the local economy.

By: Marcus Hester

Marcus Hester — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 21:00:50 +0000

Looks like they are still laying the foundation. It takes a long time to put all the pieces together to start making real headway. There are lots of cities that try to be the “friendliest” for businesses. Taxes have a lot to do with it. So the serviced office effort should help, but there are other issues the state needs to deal with.

By: Melanie Jones

Melanie Jones — Fri, 31 Jul 2009 20:35:23 +0000

It’s good to see COSP is making progress. That’s a huge vision. It’s going to take a lot to make New York City the friendliest place in the U.S. for small businesses. Frankly, I’m not sure this is enough. But it’s a good start. It’s always nice to see competitors in the serviced office space work together for a greater good.