Author: Sarah Fisher
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Building Security in Focus After Attack in Boston
Cities around the world remain on heightened alert following a bombing during the Boston Marathon. Hundreds were injured when explosive devices were detonated on crowded sidewalks during one of the most famous sporting events in the world. The Washington Post reports that state and federal buildings across the country have implemented tougher safety measures, and…
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The Changing Skills of Today’s Real Estate Manager
In the roundtable discussion, The Incredibly Expanding Job: Changing Demands & Skill Sets of Real Estate Managers, five panelists addressed such issues and the impact emerging technologies have on the position.
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The End of Tax Season Reminds Us to Review Financial Information
Successful audits will help building management companies improve their operations.
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Communication is Essential to a Mobile Workforce
Building managers often have some of the same difficulties faced by telecommuters, as they are frequently away from their offices checking on situations around the property.
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Real Estate Groups Looking to Expand
Building management software help commercial real estate firms improve communication, which is an essential part of managing productive teams.
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Commercial Real Estate Market Heating Up
Growth in several key industries is helping the commercial real estate market bounce back quickly, but the additional activity could make it difficult for buyers to secure the properties they want.
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Surveys Boost Service Quality In Every Industry
Customer surveys can also work in the building management industry, and give managers valuable insight into long-term solutions that can greatly improve relationships with tenants.
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Skilled Labor Shortage Affects More Than Housing Industry
Skilled workers are proving difficult for construction companies to find, which could have a number of significant effects on the commercial building management sector.
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Flood Awareness Week Reaches High-Water Mark
The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) are teaming up to highlight flood risk as part of Flood Safety Awareness Week.