Technology

Retail Real Estate Trends in 2018

Bob Smietana, CEO of HSA Commercial Real Estate, discusses the rapid changes in retail real estate and shopping center development, as the industry responds to changing demographics and the impact of e-commerce.

HVAC Takes Center Stage in Chicago

An array of the latest heating and air conditioning products have been showcased at AHR Expo in Chicago this week.

HoloLamp’s 3D Advantage

The device, which presents visual renderings and the illusion of buildings directly on the tabletop, allows architects to replace non-interactive mockups.

Willis Tower, Chicago

Iconic Chicago Building’s Reno to Yield Increased Efficiencies

Equity Office, owner of the renowned Willis Tower, has selected technology firm Entic to help incorporate tools and practices at the 4.5 million-square-foot mixed-use office high-rise, which ranks as the tallest in the Windy City.

Capitalizing on the In-Stay Experience: Hospitality Report

According to EyeforTravel, hoteliers would do well to focus a great deal of their efforts on not only catering to but analyzing the captive guest.

Ring Introduces New Security Products

Offering 1080p HD video, the company’s new Stick Up Cam can work both indoors or outdoors, while the elite version features both wired and wireless connectivity. The firm also offers new smart lighting systems.

Mark Rose, Avison Young

CRE in 2018: Change Is Afoot

The good times in the commercial real estate industry have continued to roll for more than a few years now, but something new is brewing, according to a report by commercial real estate services firm Avison Young.

High-Tech Products for Safety, Efficiency & Effectiveness

Smart appliances and devices are the 21st-century feng shui. It’s not just about modern design but also functionality.

Why Emergency Planning Needs to Be Part of Your Business

Whether it be flooding, fires, earthquakes or hurricanes, the past year has been challenging for multifamily operators, who must protect residents while preventing destruction of their communities. The first step is having an efficient and updated plan. It may be time to review yours.

IoT for Efficiency: Yardi Energy’s Cole Schoolland Sheds Light on Energy Management Strategies

Energy data can tell a big story, and two measurements taken 11 years apart speak volumes.