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New technology is changing the real estate industry

Published 21.09.2023

You may have heard of "proptech," but what does it really mean? Proptech simply means using smart technology to improve the way we work with buildings and properties. This has a huge impact on how commercial buildings operate. Let's take a look at how this happens.

What is Proptech? Simply put, Proptech is when we use technological data to make properties better. This can be anything from using technology to see how a building uses energy, to using the internet to find places to buy or rent. Proptech is transforming the way commercial buildings operate and the technology provides opportunities for increased efficiency, better user experiences and more sustainable practices. Here are some ways it's happening:

Smarter Buildings: Buildings can now use technology to become smarter. They can tell you when something goes wrong, such as a leak, so it can be fixed quickly. And most importantly, artificial intelligence can predict before something goes wrong - enabling proactive maintenance.

Save Energy: Technology helps buildings use less energy. This is good for your wallet, for both landlords and tenants, and also for the environment.

Better Decisions: Helps people make good decisions about buildings. They can predict what's going to happen in the future and help people know whether it's a good idea to buy or sell.

Eco-friendly Buildings: New technologies are helping to create buildings that are kind to the environment. Technologies such as solar panels, energy optimization systems and smart building solutions are enabling the development of more sustainable properties, appealing to increasingly environmentally conscious tenants and investors.

Proptech refers to the utilization of intelligent computers and advanced technologies for the purpose of optimizing buildings. This is changing the way we look at commercial buildings. It helps us find places to live and work in easier ways, makes buildings smarter, saves energy, and even helps us make wise decisions.