In the face of uncertainty, commercial real estate portfolios are looking for ways to add value to their assets. To do this, and to adapt to evolving market dynamics, owners need to keep in mind sustainability, integration of modern technology, and meeting the health and wellbeing needs of tenants. One solution is to outsource property
In the face of climate change, sustainable features have been increasingly integrated into building design. In office and multi-residential buildings, this is often done by reducing energy usage. Producing energy through solar panels or wind turbines on the building is another common approach. Other practices include collecting rainwater for use in the building, and using
Best Practices of Effective Technical Documentation In Part 1 of this series on Technical Writing in Property Management Technology, we discussed the importance of technical writing. In Part 2, we discuss best practices of effective technical documentation. Technical documentation can cover a variety of document types, such as user guides, test scripts, training guides, policies,
Introduction Property management technology can streamline processes, improve communication, and increase efficiency. As the industry continues to evolve, the need for clear, concise, and accurate technical documentation has become increasingly critical for success. Technical writing plays a key part in enabling users to effectively utilize property management software such as Yardi. Technical writing is a
Climate-resilient infrastructure is a must in the face of issues such as increased flooding, and thawing permafrost in places like Northern Canada. Foundations made of interlocking steel or aluminum frames are providing solutions to these issues. The unique designs allow water to run underneath the buildings with minimal degradation, and to adjust to movement in
Property management software providers, such as Yardi, offer a wide range of platforms, verticals and modules. When selecting the best options for your business it is helpful to understand the needs of your particular organization. At Lynx, clients often ask us for a System Assessment to help with this process and to ensure the proper
As the demand for office real estate falls globally, converting offices into luxury residential apartments could be an attractive solution for investors. Many companies are reducing the office space they are using to cut overhead costs. Meanwhile, demand for residential real estate has climbed in many markets, which is what makes converting offices to residential
Like many cities throughout North America, Toronto is suffering a housing shortage, particularly in affordable housing. In the face of climate change, there is a demand for sustainable housing as well. In response to this, developers in Toronto have become creative. One of the new developments in progress is Quayside, which will be located near
So far in this Building the Right team series, we have covered intrapersonal skills in Part 1, and in Part 2 we discussed interpersonal skills needed to build a successful team. In the final part of this series, we talk about soft skills that have both intrapersonal and interpersonal aspects. 6. Problem solving Being able
In the first part of this series, we talked about the intrapersonal skills personnel need for a team to be successful. In Part 2, we will talk about interpersonal skills. Interpersonal skills refers to the soft skills used to relate to other people. Many of these are intrinsically linked to intrapersonal skills, like having an
