Smart cities are layered and complex systems consisting of an ecosystem of various networks designed to make the urban environment more intelligent and at their core is the smart building. While the goal of connecting smart buildings into a larger smart city may seem futuristic, today a plethora of technology and devices exist to make […]
How private LTE and CBRS are paving a path for in-building connectivity
While the majority of use cases which support private LTE have been in the industrial, manufacturing and supply-chain sectors, with FCC rules regarding CBRS nearly complete, the technology may be an ideal candidate for IoT connectivity in smart building applications where device density is increasing at an exponential rate. As the number of IoT devices […]
How can building owners manage the costs of bringing 5G in-building?
By 2020, large-scale 5G commercial deployments are expected to begin and they make their way across the U.S. Building owners will need to adequately prepare for costs related to bringing 5G in-building and enabling best-in-class tenant experiences. Addressing cellular infrastructure needs for the small to mid-size (SME) enterprise market has become increasingly challenging as […]
Commercial real estate investors remain optimistic as market plateaus
Commercial real estate investor sentiment remains optimistic, quelling fears that effects from a maturing late stage cycle, rising rates and considerable pullback from Chinese capital would significantly dampen market performance in 2019. Two-thirds of investors described the market as being somewhere in the “middle—not quite a boom or bust,” according to a report released by […]
Smart parking gains traction, attracts investment from CRE landlords
As the race to attract top talent continues to drive enterprises to offer the best in class employee experience, more forward-thinking landlords are investing in smart parking technology. Atlanta-based real estate investment firm Invesco, in collaboration with its tenant MSD Pharmaceuticals, has invested in a smart parking system to solve the problem of a lack […]
WeWork revamps workplace app, allows members to advertise services
WeWork, recently re-branded as The We Company and is once again transforming the workplace. Now the largest occupier of office space in Manhattan is revamping its app to enable its nearly 500,000 members to offer up their skills and services to others in the network. In a series of software updates expected to be released […]
What’s the difference between NB-IoT and Cat-M1 IoT ?
As the use of IoT devices continues to proliferate at an astounding rate so have connectivity options designed to support their use. The number of IoT connected devices will reach a whopping 75 billion according to a recent analysis by Morgan Stanley. In recent months the number of technology solutions designed for IoT connectivity options […]
How artificial intelligence is improving security in commercial office buildings
Artificial intelligence poised to play a significant role in improving occupant safety in today’s commercial office buildings. Advancements in chip architectures and facial recognition technology are now making it possible for AI-based video analytics software to be used to manage huge volumes of video data to enhance the safety and security of people in buildings […]
JLL beats Q4 earnings estimates by 20%, revenue climbs across all segments
Jones Lang LaSalle Incorporated (JLL) reported stronger than expected operating performance in the fourth quarter of 2018, despite growing concerns from analysts over the late stage commercial real estate cycle. The Chicago-based firm reported earnings per share of $5.99 in the fourth quarter of 2018, beating analyst expectations by 20% at an estimated at $4.84. […]
Why co-living is poised to be next big PropTech disruptor
In the past 18 months, the number of startups aiming to create co-living platform business models has skyrocketed. Companies like Bungalow, WeLive, Common and others have received a massive influx of capital from venture capitalist and private equity firms and its not without compelling reason. After the significant takeover of co-working in the commercial space, […]