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Best practices for negotiating commercial lease renewals
A commercial lease renewal negotiation is one of the most important financial and operational decisions a business or property owner will make. Whether you are a tenant seeking cost certainty or a landlord focused on long term asset performance, rene…
Celebrating 30 years of Resolve: How technology is transforming the future of ASB management
As Resolve marks its 30-year anniversary, it’s a vital moment to reflect on how far the community safety and anti-social behaviour (ASB) sector has come, and how technology continues to reshape what is possible. Congratulations to Resolve on three de…
Top 7 property management platforms for commercial and residential 2026
Key takeaways Choosing the right property management software for mixed-use portfolios can feel overwhelming – but the right platform can become a true competitive advantage. Modern systems centralise daily tasks and deliver powerful reporting for s…
Why the golden thread relies on accurate lease data
The introduction of the building safety golden thread under the Building Safety Act has reshaped how information must be recorded, maintained and accessed across higher-risk buildings in the United Kingdom. While much discussion focuses on fire strat…
Why your council must choose reorganisation-ready software by 2026
Local government reorganisation is no longer a distant policy debate. Across the UK, councils are preparing for structural reform, boundary changes and service consolidation that will reshape how communities are served by 2027. For transformation lea…
From compliance to prevention: How IoT can strengthen Legionella control across healthcare estates
Recent reports of a cluster of Legionnaires’ disease cases under investigation in London have once again highlighted the critical importance of water safety management in public buildings. While investigations continue following coverage from BBC New…
Cybersecurity and NHS Estates: Building resilience through data and integration
Key takeaways NHS estates teams face increasing pressure from complex digital, operational and regulatory demands Disconnected systems create data silos, limiting visibility and increasing cybersecurity risk Fragmented data makes compliance repo…
Smarter decisions for a changing local government landscape: How technology & data can empower the councils of tomorrow
Key takeaways Councils must deliver more services with fewer resources amid ongoing structural change Connected data helps identify risk earlier and improve outcomes, particularly in areas like homelessness Footfall insights enable better asset …