"Any cooperative and information partnering with the NYPD regarding the ever-present terrorist threat is positive one and we applaud it," says Bobbi McGowan, CAE, BOMA/NY executive director. "BOMA/NY as the building industry's representative enjoys such a partnership and the result for our members has been well informed and well-trained first responders operating our buildings, and a more educated tenant public."

In fact, many of BOMA/NY members are in a program where they hire former NYPD officers to advise on security. BOMA/NY has also held many seminars with the NYPD advising on security.

Shield is a central point for private sector security managers to obtain information and engage police department resources. Communication works both ways as the police will also seek information from its private sector partners. The police will also provide security assessments and training programs.