Jumpstart Business Centre - Frequently Asked Questions

What is a Hong Kong serviced office or Hong Kong business centre? Basically, a serviced office provides all the functions of an office. You can move in and begin to be productive straight away. It avods all the hassles of leasing and decorating a purpose-built office.

Why should I choose a Hong Kong business center or Hong Kong serviced office? Hong Kong is one of the most expensive cities in the world for office space. Most landlords require a long lease. Also, lease terms usually require the tenant to restore the premises to its original condition. This means renting office accommodation can be very expensive. A business centre or serviced office is a cost-effective solution and offers great flexibility.

Who can benefit from a Hong Kong business center or Hong Kong serviced office? Typically, those who choose a HK business center or HK serviced office are managers in town for a short-term project. Businesses who seek temporary office space to expand, and start-up businesses also find this option attractive.

What might a Hong Kong business centre or service office provide? A reputable quality-minded Hong Kong business centre should offer all of the following:

Where can I find a Hong Kong serviced office or business centre? Hong Kong newspapers regularly carry listings for business centres and serviced offices. You can also search on the web. Or go here. Be careful when searching on the web as many links go to booking agencies and not to the actual Hong Kong business centre or serviced offices.

What are the drawbacks of going through an agent for a Hong Kong business centre or serviced office? By going direct to the vendor you will get a better idea of the product as many of the internet booking agencies have no direct experience with the Hong Kong business centre and Hong Kong serviced offices they offer. The operator of the service is also in a better position to be flexible about terms.

How much should I pay for a Hong Kong business centre or Hong Kong serviced office? The prices for Hong Kong business centres and serviced offices vary greatly. As Hong Kong is a very expensive city for office space, many vendors squeeze as many offices as they can in. Before committing to any space it’s wise to see the floorplan for the entire office and not just the space on offer.

What extra costs might be involved in Hong Kong business centres and Hong Kong serviced offices? Usually Hong Kong business centers and Hong Kong serviced offices provide little more than a desk, chair and telephone. Sometimes premium offerings (such as Neo Suites by Jumpstart) offer more space and the package includes items such as a printer, scanner.