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The Rising Tide of Software Integration
In the Dark Ages, when software came in a box and was sold at big stores, programmers were in direct - and devilish - competition. Some software even deleted competing software or made things run … about The Rising Tide of Software Integration
The $1 Trillion Value Creation Opportunity Staring Commercial Real Estate in the Face
Including specialty, sports and entertainment facilities, theaters and more, over 100 billion square feet of space in the United States is devoted to commercial purposes. While every building is different in shape, size, location, use, … about The $1 Trillion Value Creation Opportunity Staring Commercial Real Estate in the Face
FOMO: Missing Out on ROI by Underspending Capital Budgets
Companies must improve the way they manage capital to boost competitiveness and support emerging growth. In the long-term, companies building strategic-thinking contemporary real estate teams aligned workplace goals with C-level vision will take corporate real … about FOMO: Missing Out on ROI by Underspending Capital Budgets
McKinsey Construction Report Has Compelling Advice for Owners
McKinsey & Company released an insightful report on why the construction industry lags so far behind other major industries in productivity, and what can be done to fix the problem. There are a number of … about McKinsey Construction Report Has Compelling Advice for Owners
EQ Office’s Lisa Picard Makes the Future of Office Her Purpose | Catalyst 2019 Keynote
Lisa Picard, President and CEO of EQ Office (manager of Blackstone’s US office real estate portfolio) makes a point of declaring herself an “Accidental CEO.” Her candor, sharp wit, and vision for the future of … about EQ Office’s Lisa Picard Makes the Future of Office Her Purpose | Catalyst 2019 Keynote
A New Approach to Capital Planning for Investment Managers
Effective, dynamic capital planning gives investment managers the greatest opportunity to achieve long-term success in growing asset value for their investment partners. A well executed, well-defined capital plan acts like a crystal ball, informing stakeholders … about A New Approach to Capital Planning for Investment Managers
Preparing Bid Documentation and Bid Forms for Projects [CHECKLIST]
As with most multi-phase processes, commercial real estate capital and construction projects benefit enormously from diligent planning. As a matter of fact, considering the long timelines and large cost of projects, real estate owners owe … about Preparing Bid Documentation and Bid Forms for Projects [CHECKLIST]
McKinsey Finds Staggering Increase in Construction Cost Overruns
A recent report published by global consulting firm McKinsey & Company reveals some troubling facts about the health of the construction industry. Across sectors and asset classes, large projects are taking longer than anticipated and … about McKinsey Finds Staggering Increase in Construction Cost Overruns
The Most Effective Bid Template for Construction Projects
While capital projects and construction projects can range from a simple painting job to an entire roof replacement, a real estate owner’s goal is always to increase the value of an asset or to make … about The Most Effective Bid Template for Construction Projects