REPLY opens new office in Manchester focused on digital transformation, project delivery, innovation and Generative AI

21st January 2025

Reply, a global systems integrator and technology consulting firm is openingan office in Manchester, demonstrating Reply's commitment to innovation, UK regional growth and fostering collaboration in the North of England, while establishing its second office in the region. Through its network model, Reply combines a deep understanding of key industry sectors with the expertise to guide clients through technological evolution, ensuring long-term sustainable growth.

On January 21^st 2025, Reply officially opens their Manchester office with a morning event, office tour and dynamic panel discussion on the impact AI has on the Greater Manchester Area. This event offers an exclusive opportunity for media representatives, local community leaders, clients, prospects and representatives from the local educational bodies to explore our state-of-the-art facilities, our offering and engage with our vision for the future of Reply.

Manchester, as a major business location with a wide range of industries including digital and creative, manufacturing, engineering and financial services, is a great location for businesses in the North of the country and is known for its innovative approach and as a strong tech development hub. This environment is in line with Reply's strategy to develop new business models based on AI, big data, cloud computing, digital media and the Internet of Things. Reply's aim is to offer its customers a wide and diverse range of services, supporting them in their digital transformation and the continuous innovation processes that this entails.

"We are delighted to open our office in Manchester, a city rich in innovation and talent. As the demand for digital and AI based solutions continues to increase, we aim to deliver cutting-edge solutions that empower businesses and to invest in the current and future local workforce. This expansion reflects our commitment to building meaningful partnerships and driving growth in one of the UK's most dynamic hubs." Jason Hill, Reply Ltd CEO, comments.

Joseph Beaden, Head of Creative, Digital and Technology at MIDAS, Manchester's Inward Agency, said, "Reply's decision to establish a new office in Greater Manchester is greatly welcomed by MIDAS, marking another significant milestone for our city-region's digital landscape. The new office opening in Manchester's Lincoln Square, will create valuable employment opportunities and further strengthen our position as Europe's fastest-growing digital and tech hub. This investment validates Greater Manchester's talented workforce and world-class tech community to reinforce our city-region's status as a prime destination for national and international technology firms."

Located in Manchester's Lincoln Square, in the heart of the city's Central Business District, the new premises will enable local companies Canvas Reply, Sprint Reply, Comwrap Reply, Storm Reply and Cortex Reply, as well as other Reply Group companies, to share their expertise more effectively and provide more comprehensive support to their customers. The office space in Manchester offers open plan areas for shared desk work as well as meeting rooms and retreat areas for individual and team work and a flexible working environment. Within the Reply office, there is also a space dedicated to clients so that teams can collaborate on-site. The Cubo office offers a range of amenities, including an on-site gym and serviced co-working areas, as well as bicycle storage and car charging stations, to encourage sustainable working and mobility choices.