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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…
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…
5 ways in which Managed Services are becoming essential for organisations today
Over the last 12 months, MRI Software has seen its Managed Services business function grow by an astonishing 600%, and the trend shows no signs of slowing. But why is there such demand, and why should organisations seriously consider Managed Services…
Top 8 property management platforms for 2026
Key takeaways Choosing the right property management software can feel daunting, but if you choose right, it becomes a real competitive edge. Today’s leading property management platforms bring day‑to‑day operations into one place, while unlocking c…
What is FRS 102? Key changes for 2026 and how they impact lease accounting
FRS 102 at a glance – the short version your finance team will actually read What it is: The UK’s financial reporting standard that defines how organisations prepare financial statements. Who it applies to: Private companies, non-profits and c…
The 3 best council tax software solutions for 2026
Key takeaways Local authorities are facing growing pressure to deliver high-quality services while keeping costs under control. The good news is that the best council tax software can transform revenue collection and resident services. The best reve…
The 5 best build to rent software solutions with AI features in 2026
Key takeaways Finding the best build-to-rent (BTR) software for your organisation can seem challenging, particularly as artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming operations and unified platforms are replacing fragmented systems to improve …