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What are non-lease components in lease accounting?
Leasing plays a vital role in business operations, helping companies secure the assets they need without ownership. However, lease accounting can get complicated when agreements contain more than just base rent, specifically, non-lease components. No…
The 11 most important facilities management metrics
Measuring your progress against KPIs is a key part of any management-focused software system. Wouldn’t you agree? After all, it’ll be nearly impossible to make significant gains if you don’t know where you can make improvements. Therefore, achieving …
The different types of property management
Property management is a diverse and complex field that plays a vital role in the performance of real estate assets. Whether you own a single residential home or oversee a large portfolio of commercial and specialist facilities, effective management …
Making tax Digital: A guide for property owners
Making Tax Digital (MTD) is transforming how tax is recorded and reported in the UK, and for property owners, the changes are becoming increasingly relevant. What began as a requirement for VAT-registered organisations is now expanding to include pro…
Mixed-use development: key benefits and challenges for property managers
Mixed-use developments are transforming urban landscapes, offering a combination of residential, commercial and recreational spaces within a single property. These dynamic projects present unique opportunities for property managers but also come with…
Designing hospitals that work smarter:
How footfall intelligence, BIM and connected systems are supporting healthcare estates teams
Healthcare estates are among the most complex environments to manage. Hospitals operate 24/7, support vulnerable populations and must meet rigorous regulatory requirements, often across ageing estates and under intense financial pressure. For NHS est…
How do I monitor footfall in my town or city centre?
Monitoring footfall in a town or city centre is most effective when the data is accurate, consistent and grounded in real time movement rather than estimates. Camera-based footfall counters provide a reliable way to understand how people use high str…
A guide to facilities risk management: How to evaluate and manage common risks
Facilities risk management is an essential practice for maintaining safe, efficient and compliant properties. From identifying potential hazards to implementing effective safety measures, understanding what is facilities management is key for real es…