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More data, more problems: The need for collaboration across real estate teams
Every action that takes place in and around a building has the potential to create data – and lots of it. Information comes from leases, work orders, energy usage alarms, sensors and more. The people that set foot on your property generate data point…
6 ways to elevate your FM team from support function to business partner
Facilities managers play a critical role in business success, but they don’t always get the credit they deserve. In many organisations, facilities management (FM) is simply viewed as a support function that keeps buildings and workspaces properly mai…
Digital transformation in FM: moving beyond the buzzword
“Digital transformation” is a term that gets thrown around a lot. But for facilities managers, investing in the right technology is essential to juggle the challenges of ageing infrastructure, hybrid working demands, and the ever-growing pressure to …
AI readiness in facilities management: Are you prepared?
From predictive maintenance schedules that prevent costly downtime to intelligent chatbots that support on-the-ground engineers, AI is already reshaping how FM teams operate. MRI Software’s 2025 Voice of the Facility Manager (VOFM) report highlights …
Why a strong data strategy is essential for modern FM
Facilities teams generate huge volumes of data every day, tracking everything from asset performance and maintenance schedules to space usage and energy consumption. But without a clear data strategy, this information risks becoming more of a burden …
Choosing the right AI tools for your real estate scenarios
It’s time to take the next step in your AI journey: choosing which AI technologies are the best fit for your unique scenarios. In our previous blog posts, we discussed ways to prepare your data for AI and how to define the real estate scenarios where…
Why lease accounting demands a smarter approach
With evolving standard like IFRS 16, FRS 102 and ASC 842, finance teams are facing increased scrutiny. Relying on spreadsheets alone introduces risk. MRI Software delivers purpose-built technology that brings control, clarity, and compliance to every…
Real world AI: Eight PropTech scenarios transforming real estate
Artificial intelligence (AI) for the real estate industry is here to stay, offering innovative solutions to longstanding challenges. For technology leaders, it’s critical to understand how the practical applications of AI can help leverage its potent…